Sentences with phrase «using organic farming practices»

All of the plants for our phytocannabinoid rich (PCR) products are grown in the U.S.A. using organic farming practices, cultivated with naturally developed genetic strains of industrial hemp.

And many of the 115 producers in the region use organic farming practices.

Not exact matches

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.

The main experiments used to conduct this research are the Farming Systems Trial (FST)- the oldest continuous trial in the US that compares organic and conventional farming systems, the new Vegetable Systems Trial (VST)- comparing the impacts organic and conventional farming practices on nutrient density in vegetables and linkages to soil health, and Integrated Crop - Livestock Systems using annual and perennial crops along with cattle or hogs for soil, plant, and animal Farming Systems Trial (FST)- the oldest continuous trial in the US that compares organic and conventional farming systems, the new Vegetable Systems Trial (VST)- comparing the impacts organic and conventional farming practices on nutrient density in vegetables and linkages to soil health, and Integrated Crop - Livestock Systems using annual and perennial crops along with cattle or hogs for soil, plant, and animal farming systems, the new Vegetable Systems Trial (VST)- comparing the impacts organic and conventional farming practices on nutrient density in vegetables and linkages to soil health, and Integrated Crop - Livestock Systems using annual and perennial crops along with cattle or hogs for soil, plant, and animal farming practices on nutrient density in vegetables and linkages to soil health, and Integrated Crop - Livestock Systems using annual and perennial crops along with cattle or hogs for soil, plant, and animal health.

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.

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.

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.

I've come to understand some farms may not use chemicals, but that doesn't mean that they are following the principals that are encompassed in organic farming (practices that are codified and verified in organic certification standards).

At Real Food Farm, education coordinator Aliza Sollins led the group through a tour of the 6 acre property and explained how its production staff and AmeriCorps service members use organic and sustainable farming practices to grow fresh produce for the community.

The rise in GMO crops has resulted in increased use of pesticides and fertilizers compared to organic farming practices which don't allow the use of these types of substances.

We seek organic certification because we feel that a third - party certification system helps consumers more easily identify and support farms that use sustainable growing practices.

The Correias were already using many organic and sustainable practices and share the Creamery's commitment to sustainable farming, making conversion to organic a natural transition.

(Guinda, CA) Full Belly Farm has used organic practices since 1985 and is certified by California Certified Organic Farmers.

Now led by its third generation, Lundberg Family Farms uses organic and eco-positive farming practices to produce wholesome, healthful rice products while protecting and improving the environment for future generations.

In the United States, 95 % of the ingredients used in organic baby formula must come from farms that practice sustainable agriculture.

The organic, biodynamic farming practices used by Leb...

The organic, biodynamic farming practices used by Lebenswert produce superior milk for a healthier formula.

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.

- Soft, cute and very durable - 100 % organic cotton fabric with hypoallergenic polyester filling - Cotton used is grown using sustainable farming practices - Washable

- Made with organic milk from grass - fed cows - Supports organic farming practices - No growth hormones or antibiotics have been added - Uses organic lactose

By using certified organic practices to nourish the soil and what grows out of the ground, we can ensure only the best flows out of our Partner Farms» cows.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture initiated certification standards for organic production under the Food, Agriculture, Conservation and Trade Act in 1990, but as organic farming moved toward large corporate operations the use of USDA - recommended practices had declined.

Whether they were organic or still used some fertilizers and pesticides, the farms I visited that adopted this transformational suite of practices all reported harvests that consistently matched or exceeded those from neighboring conventional farms after a short transition period.

The study, coming out in June's issue of Food Chemistry and available online, looked at 31 different soybean plants on Iowa farms and compared the accumulation of pesticides and herbicides on plants in three categories 1) genetically engineered «Roundup Ready» soy, 2) conventionally produced (not GE) soy, and 3) soy cultivated using organic practices.

Farms using biodynamic practices take organic and pasture raised animals to another level.

Such a process guarantees consumers that managed practices incorporating biodiversity, plant health management and natural fertilizers in organic farming replace the use of toxic, synthetic pesticides used in conventional agriculture.

So generalizing that all farmers do the bare minimum to sell organic milk may not be fair but to the consumer it doesn't matter if some of the organic dairy farmers are using good practices because the milk will get mixed in with farms of lower standards.

These are farms who use organic and grass - fed practices and offer a wide variety of favorite cuts, sausages, cheeses, bison / buffalo, lamb, high omega 3 chicken, etc..

You can help cool the planet by choosing organic foods, grown using sustainable, regenerative farming practices.

Small farmers who use «unconventional» or «beyond organic» agricultural practices are often unable to make a living wage and have to rely on off - farm sources for the majority of their income.

Eminence Skin Care — Eminence uses sustainable farming and green practices to create natural, organic and Biodynamic ® products.

For over 50 years Eminence has been using sustainable farming and green practices to create organic products.

While we're hopeful that alternative fuel sources will be part of the solution (think hybrid trucks transporting goods) and that organic farming will play a role (organic farming practices eliminate the need for artificial fertilizers and pesticides, which currently account for 40 % of the energy used in the food system!)

One point to add: You mention organic farming practices as a way to decrease herbicide and pesticide use, which is true.

Rodale Institute's Research Department investigates a number of scientific and regenerative farming issues, including cover crop practices, organic weed management, organic no - till systems, compost use, influences of agricultural practices on water quality, and effects of mycorrhizae and other soil biota on crop and soil health, and yields.

Organic agriculture (OA) has a significant potential contribution in this respect: practices that are commonly used on organic farms (use of organ - ic fertilizers, fertility building leys with legumes and cover crops) further the production of soil or - ganic matter (Smith et al., 2008; Leifeld and Fuhrer, 2010, Chirinda et al. 2010a).

The main experiments used to conduct this research are the Farming Systems Trial (FST)- the oldest continuous trial in the US that compares organic and conventional farming systems, the new Vegetable Systems Trial (VST)- comparing the impacts organic and conventional farming practices on nutrient density in vegetables and linkages to soil health, and Integrated Crop - Livestock Systems using annual and perennial crops along with cattle or hogs for soil, plant, and animal Farming Systems Trial (FST)- the oldest continuous trial in the US that compares organic and conventional farming systems, the new Vegetable Systems Trial (VST)- comparing the impacts organic and conventional farming practices on nutrient density in vegetables and linkages to soil health, and Integrated Crop - Livestock Systems using annual and perennial crops along with cattle or hogs for soil, plant, and animal farming systems, the new Vegetable Systems Trial (VST)- comparing the impacts organic and conventional farming practices on nutrient density in vegetables and linkages to soil health, and Integrated Crop - Livestock Systems using annual and perennial crops along with cattle or hogs for soil, plant, and animal farming practices on nutrient density in vegetables and linkages to soil health, and Integrated Crop - Livestock Systems using annual and perennial crops along with cattle or hogs for soil, plant, and animal health.

Unlike organic agriculture, conventional farming uses mechanized tillage, synthetic fertilizers and biocides — all practices that can damage the environment.

Ways to reduce fossil fuel inputs to food systems include the use of farm machinery powered by renewable electricity or farm - produced biofuels; the localization of food systems to reduce transport (perhaps entailing vertical urban agriculture); the adoption of organic and ecological production practices to reduce the need for nitrogen fertilizer, pesticides, and herbicides; and an overall reduction in the consumption of highly processed foods.

As organic agriculture is the fastest growing agricultural sector — the majority of new farmers are choosing to farm using organic practices and organic farm management offers a long list of environmental benefits — I am hopeful Congress will incorporate Farm Bill policies that allow for continued and supported growth of the indusfarm using organic practices and organic farm management offers a long list of environmental benefits — I am hopeful Congress will incorporate Farm Bill policies that allow for continued and supported growth of the indusfarm management offers a long list of environmental benefits — I am hopeful Congress will incorporate Farm Bill policies that allow for continued and supported growth of the indusFarm Bill policies that allow for continued and supported growth of the industry.

The farm is built into a 1966 Ford F - 250 pickup truck, and has about 40 square feet of growing space, which it maintains using organic practices.

Organically grown food, while a preferable choice for green shoppers in grocery stores and farmers markets, isn't necessarily the same thing as food grown using smart carbon farming practices, and though the two aren't mutually exclusive, demand for organics is driven more by marketing, while the other is still a bit of a mystery to the average person.

If we want to grow X amount of food conventional farming practices will require less land (thanks to higher yields) than we would need using organic agriculture.

A conservation community that broke ground in 1992, Prairie Crossing features a natural lake and marsh grasses; an organic farm used for teaching sustainable farming practices and for providing fresh produce to residents; a community center where forums and concerts are held; and an alternative school.

To offer the most pure and natural products to your family, they use responsible farming practices on 50 year organic soil.