Sentences with phrase «in sustainable farming practices»

Albert Straus continues to be a leader in sustainable farming practices, broadening the vision of environmentalism, sustainable practices and stewardship of the land, while also embracing the benefits of modern technology.

We're a part of this world and believe in sustainable farming practices, both to respect and protect the environment.

Albert Straus continues to be a leader in sustainable farming practices, broadening the vision of environmentalism, sustainable practices and stewardship of the land, while also embracing the benefits of modern technology.

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In 2013 the challenge involved sustainable food, and the winning team, from McGill University's Desautels MBA program, offered up a plan to promote better insect farming practices for insect consumption in developing countrieIn 2013 the challenge involved sustainable food, and the winning team, from McGill University's Desautels MBA program, offered up a plan to promote better insect farming practices for insect consumption in developing countriein developing countries.

A: Rooted in Hope will be working on a new project focused on water and sustainable farming practices with the City of Refuge in Ghana.

«IFOAM shall position Organic Agriculture better in its own and the public perception as a holistic, sustainable farming system that is committed to further develop its practices to meet traditional and new challenges.

We support our members in implementing innovative sustainable business practices across the supply chain, from farm to retail.

According to fifth - generation growers of the McManis Family, winners of a 2016 California Green Medal in Sustainable Winegrowing Leadership Award, the Lodi Rules ™ Program, «is a standard of farming practices that not only protects our land, our workers and the community that we live in, but also produces a higher quality of wine that reflects the place and the people that create them.»

Leading one of California's most historic winegrowing regions, Spencer will oversee the Commission's annual budget to market the Lodi region, facilitate grower education, viticultural research, and expand awareness of the sustainable farming practices of the LODI RULES ™ — a third - party - certified sustainable winegrowing program started by the Lodi Winegrape Commission in 2005.

Leading one of the highest - planted acreages of any AVA, Brannen will oversee the Commission's annual budget to market the Lodi region, facilitate grower education, viticultural research, and expand awareness of the sustainable farming practices of the Lodi Rules ™ — a third - party - certified sustainable winegrowing program started by the Winegrape Commission in 2005.

We have always been at the forefront not only of resisting genetically modified crops and foods, but more significantly, in promoting and practicing a healthier, more sustainable way of farming.

We carefully hand select our superfoods from family farms in traditional communities, where small - scale, sustainable practices yield products of superior quality.

These Montmorency Tart cherries are grown in organic orchards on the Leelanau peninsula in Michigan using sustainable farming practices and have been Glyphosate - Tested by our accredited lab and no trace of glyphosate was found.

Fred & Virginia Miller, the owners / growers of Hill Top Farms, a Certified Organic Membership Farm in southern Wake County, practice sustainable agricultural methods by operating their version of a CSA (Community Supported Agriculture), you can find information about how it works and how you can join on their website:

Launched in March 2013, the RSSF acknowledges the important role smallholders play in the future of sustainable palm farming by providing financial support to projects focused on obtaining RSPO certification and the promotion of sustainable production practices.

Sustainable agriculture and good farming practices may be the best way to counter the growing threat of food security in the region.

This historic farm and eco-resort is the only vegan hospitality property in the U.S. and has been practicing sustainable agriculture since 1985, when innkeepers / owners Jeff and Joan Stanford took over and converted all 10 acres of the property.

The wine list is comprised primarily of selections produced from certified organic or biodynamic vineyards or those using sustainable, traditional farming practices, and is guided by The Ravens» wine director, who is an expert in Mendocino County wines.

She has been lauded by former President Barack Obama as an outstanding businesswoman, and has built a company with mission in mind focused on sustainable farming practices and innovative solutions for a healthier planet.

To date, approximately 71 % (3,493.5 hectares) of the total 4,911 farms participating in the project were involved in sustainable management practices.

Sustainability There are very mixed opinions in the mainstream on whether organic farming is sustainable when comparing it with conventional farming practices.

Fairtrade - certified vanilla indicates that it was grown by small - scale farmers in developing countries who receive a fair price and use sustainable farming practices.

As a commercial farm, the environmentally sustainable practices implemented in our dairy operations have to be balanced with the profitability of the farm,» commented José Joaquín Campos, general director of CATIE.

Fairtrade Certified Pure Vanilla ensures small - scale farmers in developing countries receive a fair price and use sustainable farming practices, which in return, stabilizes vanilla producing communities and protects the environment.

Jean - Marie will be meeting with farmers from Maraba in a series of eight multi-day workshops over the next 18 months, teaching the sustainable agriculture practices that, research has shown, increase farm productivity, increase the quality of harvested coffee, and improve downstream water quality.

Six MASIPAG farmers shared their experiences and practices on organic and sustainable farming, which were widely lauded by the other participants in the congress.

The company aspires to conserve and protect the environment in all its operations through sustainable practices, solar power, and fish friendly farming.

He has been very involved in many aspects of domestic and international agricultural policy and practice development, organizing, food labeling, standards, certification and accreditation work over the years, including: Founding Chair of the USDA / National Organic Standards Board, A founder of Domestic Fair Trade Association, National Organic Coalition, and Southern Sustainable Agriculture Working Group, Founding member of National Family Farm Coalition and National Sustainable Agriculture Coalition, Board member of the International Organic Accreditation Service, Former NGO delegate to UN Codex / FAO / WHO Food Labeling Commission and WTO, Founding partner of Agricultural Justice Project, which has developed domestic fair trade standards for North America.

That means, says Lee, the dairy industry making a wholesale leap in terms of applying best practice across the board in sustainable farming.

Don became a leader of biological farm tours to the United States and through promoting the practices of Sally Fallon, Joel Salatin, Jerry Brunetti and outstanding practitioners of organic farming and sustainable agriculture in Australia.

All our partnering farms use sustainable farming practices including permaculture to yield the best quality organic fine flavoured cacao beans that in turn make some of the most interesting chocolate bars.

As the largest Rainforest Certified Coffee Farm in Costa Rica, it is a pioneer in sustainable practices applied on a large agricultural scale.

The 2014 program schedule included: culinary demonstrations centered around adventurous flavors and new menu trends; presentations and panel discussions focused on sustainable agricultural practices, the role of wheat in our diet vs. seekers of gluten - free options, and water issues affecting food production; discussions on how American menus are often shaped by millennials, health and nutrition concerns, and global cuisines; a Friday field trip to the CIA Farm in St. Helena and through Marin and Sonoma Counties to visit Pozzi Ranch, Dutton Ranch (where Valley Ford Cheese Company joined), and Gourmet Mushrooms with tastings and presentations by the farmers as well as farm bureau and land trust experts; and the exciting and interactive Saturday Market Basket Exercise, where attendees were divided into six teams to develop menu concepts using sponsor products for the following categorFarm in St. Helena and through Marin and Sonoma Counties to visit Pozzi Ranch, Dutton Ranch (where Valley Ford Cheese Company joined), and Gourmet Mushrooms with tastings and presentations by the farmers as well as farm bureau and land trust experts; and the exciting and interactive Saturday Market Basket Exercise, where attendees were divided into six teams to develop menu concepts using sponsor products for the following categorfarm bureau and land trust experts; and the exciting and interactive Saturday Market Basket Exercise, where attendees were divided into six teams to develop menu concepts using sponsor products for the following categories:

Certified California Sustainable Winegrowing and other statewide and regional programs such as Bay Area Green Business Program, Fish Friendly Farming, Lodi Rules, Napa Green and Sustainability in Practice (SIP) play an important role in the California wine community's efforts to produce high quality wine that is environmentally sound, socially equitable and economically feasible.

Constructive suggestions offered for the future direction of the program include an emphasis on increasing public awareness about issues of sustainability in farming and encouraging the purchase of winegrapes and wine produced with sustainable winegrowing practices.

Certified California Sustainable Winegrowing and other statewide and regional programs such as Bay Area Green Business Program, Fish Friendly Farming, Lodi Rules, Napa Green and Sustainability in Practice (SIP) play vital roles in the California wine community's successful efforts to produce high quality wine that is environmentally sound, economically feasible and socially responsible.

Certified California Sustainable Winegrowing and other statewide and regional programs such as Fish Friendly Farming, Bay Area Green Business Program, Lodi Rules, Napa Green and Sustainability in Practice (SIP) play an important role in the California wine community's efforts to produce high quality wine that is environmentally sound, economically feasible and socially equitable.

Established in 1974, the California Association of Winegrape Growers (CAWG) provides industry leadership to advocate for public policies, research and education programs, sustainable farming practices and trade positions to improve the viability of winegrape growing as an essential contributor to California's economy, culture, and landscape.

«We've created a peer - to - peer education and outreach approach that fosters collaboration and raises the bar on the adoption of sustainable practices,» said CSWA Chairman, Steve Quashnick of Quashnick Farms in Acampo.

Two United Nations experts are calling for a comprehensive new global treaty to regulate and phase out the use of dangerous pesticides in farming, and move towards sustainable agricultural practices.

Lack of the utilization of sustainable, cost effective postharvest practices, leading to high levels of food loss on the farm, and in wholesale and retail markets.

From there, she started to work for UTZ, a NGO focusing on sustainable farming practices overseeing the coffee program in Africa, Asia and mainly Latin America.

Fairtrade Certified Vanilla ensures that small - scale farmers in developing countries receive a fair price and use sustainable farming practices, stabilizing vanilla - producing communities and protecting the environment.

Now a winemaker in his own right, Josh is able to run his winery based on his moral principles — fair compensation for all employees, sustainable farming practices and giving back to the community.

Land stewardship and sustainable farming are deeply rooted principles in certified organic farming practices.

In an effort to link sustainable farming practices with coffee quality, the Rainforest Alliance established its Cupping for Quality program in 200In an effort to link sustainable farming practices with coffee quality, the Rainforest Alliance established its Cupping for Quality program in 200in 2003.

Anaheim, Calif., March 8, 2018 — Straus Family Creamery is recognized for leadership in the creation of great - tasting organic dairy products, mission - driven initiatives, and influence in innovative, sustainable organic farming practices at the 38th annual Natural Products Expo West & Engredea.

100 % of coffees evaluated earned specialty categorization, demonstrating that sustainable farming practices lead to quality in the cup.

They bought their nine - acre farm in 2000, and named it after the Native American practice of growing corn, beans, and squash in the same mounds - a sophisticated, sustainable system that provided long - term soil fertility and a healthy diet then, and still does.

In contrast, we make every effort to source oils that are both environmentally friendly and grown on existing farms where sustainable agriculture is practiced.