Sentences with phrase «as organic farmers»

The film Band of Sisters features activist nuns who work as organic farmers, environmental attorneys, peace activists, holistic health care practitioners, podcasters, and more.

The researchers also found pesticide residues were three to four times more likely in conventional foods than organic ones, as organic farmers are not allowed to apply toxic, synthetic pesticides.

Encouraging animals that eat pests, as organic farmers often do, is worth investigating further for reasons of both biodiversity and pesticide use.

As organic farmers can not use synthetic substances (e.g. fertilizers, pesticides, pharmaceuticals) they need to restore the natural ecological balance because ecosystem functions are their main productive «input».

We're happy to hear about your successful 19 years as an organic farmer and hope to see again this year at field day!

Donna Maltz began her career as an organic farmer before opening a health food restaurant in Homer, Alaska.

Hélène Chiasson (pictured left) can't help but chuckle when thinking back to her days as an organic farmer when, she says, it was obvious from the start that she didn't have a green thumb.

As an organic farmer, I have long argued that we should «close the loop» and return sewage to the land,...

«As an organic farmer from a small coastal island, Congresswoman Pingree understands the connection between healthy oceans, sustainable farming and healthy people better than anyone.»

Not exact matches

Those in commodity - based agriculture, such as cattle ranchers, have been earlier adopters than smaller, organic and specialty farmers.

Lumi is helping area farmers get organic - certified, which would open up a new market for their crops as well as lower the company's production costs.

To enforce organic regulations, the USDA lets farmers hire and pay their own inspectors to certify them as «organic,» which saves the agency money.

What started as a simple plan to sell organic produce for bitcoin has turned into a movement to provide security for farmers.

Now, KAMUT ® brand wheat is grown on 80,000 acres by about 250 contracted organic farmers in Montana, as well as Alberta and Saskatchewan, Canada.

In addition, Bassett's Market's two locations carry produce sourced from local farmers as well as a wide variety of organic products.

There are conflicting studies on this topic, but farmer's growing organic produce are limited to the use of pesticides that are naturally occurring, while conventional farming practices use synthetic pesticides that are linked to various health problems such as ADHD in children.

As one of the 84 organic farmers who own Arla, Dan is proud of the milk his cows produce.

«I think we will see more of an impact of those programs in the next few years as more farmers start the transition process (to organic),» says Heilman.

We are certified as organic with Organic Farmers and Growers and they ensure that no genetically modified ingredients are used.

Despite this consideration, the report, in the same chapter, recognizes the clear advantage of organic schemes in the educational role that they have played: «millions of consumers have been made aware of the way food markets work, and of the environmental impacts of food production, processing and distribution, and of the quality of the foods we eat» and it concludes that organic as well as fair trade and «short - chain strategies» are legitimate and valid options for both farmers and consumers and that policy can support these approaches by helping farmers to achieve higher yields.

«As demand grows there, farmers will grow more organic peas.

The Agrifood Markets and Value Chain chapter analyses the organic agriculture option as one of the strategies to help small farmers sell to markets, together with fair trade and «short - chain strategies».

-LSB-...] To meet the USDA organic regulations, farmers and processors must show they aren't using GMOs, and that they are protecting their products from contact with prohibited substances, such as GMOs, from farm to table.»

The goal is to significantly step up its ambitions for organic dairy business in the UK as the farmer - owned company, Arla announced.

Michael Adsit, an organic farmer in Michigan and member of both the OFA Steering and Policy Committees commented, «as a member of OFA leadership, I am pleased we now have formal policy directive from organic farmers across the country that detail the USDA programs farmers need to be successful now and in the future.

The perils of buying half a steer from an organic farmer, such as Vibrant Farms, are few but the main ones are an inordinate amount of freezer space required and the need for some really good recipes for ground beef.

No - till production has gained popularity among farmers as a result of potential reduction in labor and energy use [1] and soil quality benefits such as improved soil structure and increased soil organic matter levels [2 - 5].

IFOAM - Organics International encourages a diversity of guarantee systems, for each farmer to adopt as he or she sees fit.

As I've been studying photography and applying what I'm learning to my own work, I've been reflecting on the luxury that living in Seattle provides; as I mentioned the other day, the city has a multitude of farmers markets, some of which operate year - round, and it's no problem to find grocery stores stocking quality, whole, organic itemAs I've been studying photography and applying what I'm learning to my own work, I've been reflecting on the luxury that living in Seattle provides; as I mentioned the other day, the city has a multitude of farmers markets, some of which operate year - round, and it's no problem to find grocery stores stocking quality, whole, organic itemas I mentioned the other day, the city has a multitude of farmers markets, some of which operate year - round, and it's no problem to find grocery stores stocking quality, whole, organic items.

However, many organic farmers are verified through other means, such as participatory guarantee systems (PGS).

Additional efforts to further the mission of Simply Organic are funded by an annual grant program called the Simply Organic Giving Fund that supports training and community projects for organic farmers where our spices are grown, as well as a variety of organizations and events that study, support and promote organic agriculture.

The Rodale Institute ® and California Certified Organic Farmers (CCOF) were among the first groups offering American organic certification, as buyers and farmers increasingly demanded uniform verified evidence for organic claims and a definition of what «organic»Farmers (CCOF) were among the first groups offering American organic certification, as buyers and farmers increasingly demanded uniform verified evidence for organic claims and a definition of what «organic»farmers increasingly demanded uniform verified evidence for organic claims and a definition of what «organic» meant.

While certifiers require organic farmers to identify management practices that address this management requirement as part of the Organic System Plan, producers who have completed a HACCP (Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Points) assessment or other risk assessment plan may also implement heavy metals testing as a method of control.

George Siemans, CROPP Cooperative CEO, has stated that if GE alfalfa results in the contamination of certified organic alfalfa stands or seed stock, it will devastate the organic farmers who market their milk as organic.

Flavors showcase the best local, organic and sustainable ingredients from Oregon and Southern California farmers and artisans as well as imported flavors from small hand - picked farms from around the world.

Besides recycling paper, plastic and other trash, the Atlantis Casino also gives its organic waste such as peels and skins to a company that turns it into compost and sells it as fertilizer to local farmers.

Instead of plowing, farmers leave crop residue on fields after the harvest where it acts as a mulch to protect soil from erosion and a source of organic matter.

We choose to source fair trade certified organic ingredients wherever possible as part of our internal social justice policy to ensure there is no child labour used, above average wages paid, and education and health care benefits provided to provided to farmers.»

Besides all the stellar veg and veg - friendly places to eat here in Kansas City, we also have a 100 % vegan meal delivery service, numerous health food stores (including Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, and some locally - owned ones too), several farmers markets (such as the impressive City Market), large vegan and raw food meetup groups, multiple CSAs and year - round organic / local produce home delivery services, a growing city - wide enthusiasm for local and organic foods, and even a new Café Gratitude location on the way.

Conventional corn and soybean prices continue to drop, contributing to increased organic acreage across the United States as farmers attempt to boost their margins.

Most farmers will only undergo the rigors of certification if there is a «sure thing» increase in price at the end of the rainbow (particularly a certification like RA that is seen as a compromise; the committed no - chemicals farmers usually go organic and stop there).

I appreciate your commitment to local organic farmers (like Andy & Julia) and for your thoughtful & creative recipes as well as your beautiful photography.

It is in our opinion a competitive price for organic milk that would give our organic member farmers continuity and security, as well as contributing to FrieslandCampina's goal to expand in the organic segment,» FrieslandCampina spokesman Jan - Willem ter Avest told DairyReporter.com.

Apart from campaigns, this network also promotes alternative farmer - led agriculture, such as sustainable and organic agriculture, seed conservation among others.

To be sure that the food you buy has been certified as organic, look for the Canada Organic Logo on the label, or ask to see the farmer's organic production certificate.

In September 2015, Jeff was appointed as Executive Director of Rodale Institute after spending the last four decades at the Institute, helping countless farmers make the transition from conventional, chemical - based farming to organic methods.

As convenor, MASIPAG will be playing a key role in strengthening partnership and communication among the organic farmers organizations in Southeast Asia.

OFA will help organic farm organizations to share policy positions, educational programs, resources, strategies for stronger organizational capacity, as well as real tools and training to better serve their own organic farmer members.

Through her responsibilities in the FAMU Cooperative Extension Program, Taylor has made a major impact on the organic farming community in North Florida through growing initiatives such as the various growers» markets in the Tallahassee community, bio-fuels awareness and development, and many sustainable agriculture initiatives to support limited - resource farmers and their families.

Iloilo City — As opening salvo to its 8th General Assembly, MASIPAG held a one - day conference to highlight the important and central role of small - scale farmers in the development of genuine organic agriculture.