Sentences with phrase «sustainable farming practices as»

Agricultural technicians need to possess comprehensive knowledge of sustainable farming practices as this knowledge assists them in carrying out their work effectively.

More recently, the winery has committed to sustainability, with a focus on converting all family - owned vineyards to sustainable farming practices as well as the use of solar panels.

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That means restaurant gardens and farms are beating out other major culinary movements, such as using natural products and following environmentally sustainable practices.

When Epicurean Group opened its doors more than a decade ago as a foodservice management company, it broke new ground for the industry by using local farms and ranches as suppliers and focusing on sustainable practices.

«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.

With sustainable farm practices at top of mind for health food purveyors and restaurateurs, recycling food scraps continues to be a bigger movement as we go into 2018.

Lyman adds that the company recently teamed up with Red Tomato, a nonprofit dedicated to sustainable farming, to develop an advanced growing practices certification program, known as ECO Apple.

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.

Sustainable agricultural practices, such as those we promote through the Sustainable Agriculture Network standard, offer simple, practical solutions, such as maintaining big buffer zones, preferably planted with native trees, between farm fields and waterways.

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.

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.

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.

For Straus Family Creamery, organic agriculture, as practiced on small to mid-size family farms, starts with sustainable land stewardship.

The Rainforest Alliance works to certify sustainable farming and forestry, and promote responsible tourism in the world's most biodiverse regions.With nearly 20 years of experience certifying sustainable practices, the Rainforest Alliance has the expertise to help companies source a wide variety of sustainable wood products (e.g. paper, pencils and furniture) and food and beverage products (such as coffee for employee cafeterias).

Campers ages 4 — 18 experience life on a working farm and wildlife sanctuary as they care for farm animals, practice sustainable farming, discover the science behind nature, and observe native wildlife.

Plus, the soft baby clothes are made from GOTS - certified organic cotton that is grown using sustainable farming practices, as well as environmentally low - impact dyes.

Campers experience life on a working farm and wildlife sanctuary as they care for farm animals, practice sustainable farming, discover the science behind nature, and observe native wildlife.

Farmers in Northern Thailand, through sustainable upland farming practices, have become commercialy successful by incorporating environmentally - sound farming practices as well as best rice varieties suitable to upland environment.

Steak (R) evolution Directed and written by Franck Ribière, co-written by Vérane Frédiani (France)- International Premiere, Documentary Grass fed, grain finished, intricately marbled, and dry aged - the concept of what makes the best steak varies greatly, and it continues to evolve as we move toward more sustainable farming practices.

Grass fed, grain finished, intricately marbled, and dry aged — the concept of what makes the best steak varies greatly, and it continues to evolve as we move toward more sustainable farming practices.

This is mainly because the extremely complex international industrial food system has internal problems such as nutrient - deficient soils and crops, along with agrichemical and animal drug residues that call for entirely different, ecologically sound, sustainable and humane farming practices.

Rather than create carnivalesque depictions of these individuals, she exposes «the spiritual conviction they have for this way of life,» as a means of acknowledging her own belief in organic, sustainable farming practices.

I have many facts and fascinating stories to share with you about the politics of the local six campasinos who control the core preserves.The Mexican NGO Alternare has worked to educate the 37 campasinos within the preserve to practice sustainable organic farming methods to prevent erosion, pesticide pollution, as well as to teach them to build their houses with adobe bricks rather than wood.

I suspect that, in practice, fridges and freezers will be useful for balancing the short term fluctuations in generation from sustainable sources such as solar photovoltaics affected by intermittent cloud cover while water heating, electric car charging, and municipal water pumping will more nearly match the time spans involved in wind farm generation.

This potential can be realized by employing sustainable agricultural practices, such as those commonly found within organic farming systems.

More important, although once dismissed as clownish, negligent farming, the organic movement is now seen as an innovative standard setter that is pulling all of conventional agriculture toward higher environmental standards and more sustainable practices.

The Rainforest Alliance works to certify sustainable farming and forestry, and promote responsible tourism in the world's most biodiverse regions.With nearly 20 years of experience certifying sustainable practices, the Rainforest Alliance has the expertise to help companies source a wide variety of sustainable wood products (e.g. paper, pencils and furniture) and food and beverage products (such as coffee for employee cafeterias).

U.S. companies, such as Land of Lakes and Kellogg's, are insisting on more sustainable farm practices from their suppliers.