Articles Tagged with ''sustainable farming''

Sun World International sells farming property, shifts focus to fruit breeding, licensing

This move triggers a redeployment of resources to Sun World Innovations, the company’s technology, breeding and licensing business.

August 14, 2019

Sun World International LLC, Bakersfield, Calif., announced the sale of its farming property.

Study reveals consumers have high expectations, but low levels of appreciation for farmers

Cargill found half the people surveyed in the United States, China, Mexico and Spain saw a farmer primarily as a “person who feeds the world.”

August 7, 2019

A new study released by Cargill, Minneapolis, found consumers had a hard-to-satisfy wish list for those who put food on our tables—with most claiming to feel knowledgeable about how food is raised.

University of Idaho to house discovery complex for CAFE Research Dairy

The 6-acre property will accommodate a public visitor center, faculty offices, laboratories, classrooms and housing linked to CAFE.

August 5, 2019

The University of Idaho (U of I), Moscow, Idaho, is now home to The Idaho Center for Agriculture, Food and the Environment (CAFE) education and outreach complex at the Crossroads Point Business Center.

Global Collaborative launches open source technology ecosystem to address soil health, mitigate climate change

OpenTEAM is a farmer-driven, interoperable platform to provide farmers around the world with the best possible knowledge to improve soil health.

August 5, 2019

Wolfe’s Neck Center for Agriculture & the Environment, Freeport, Maine, together with founding collaborators Stonyfield Organic, Londonderry, N.H., and the USDA's LandPKS project and Foundation for the Food and Agriculture (FFAR), Washington, D.C., launched OpenTEAM, what is said to be the first open source technology ecosystem to address soil health and mitigate climate change.

Mars announces 6 food startups in its inaugural SEEDS of CHANGE accelerator program

The panel selected these U.S. participants based on their world flavors, plant-based eating, easy-meal solutions, responsible food and creating with care.

July 25, 2019

Mars, Inc., Chicago, selected the inaugural class for its SEEDS of CHANGE accelerator program, designed to help early stage food-focused companies fast-track growth and build a healthier and more sustainable future.

Cargill announces commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions across North American beef supply chain

BeefUp Sustainability incorporates farmer and rancher feedback gathered through previous projects.

July 25, 2019

Cargill, Wayzata, Minn., launched BeefUp Sustainability, an initiative committed to achieving a 30% greenhouse gas (GHG) intensity reduction across its North American beef supply chain by 2030.

Equitable Food Initiative receives grant from Walmart Foundation to promote responsible labor practices in Mexico

The Walmart Foundation grant supports EFI to offer workforce development and certification programs to more Mexican suppliers.

July 23, 2019

Equitable Food Initiative (EFI), Washington, D.C., received a $1.2 million grant from Walmart Foundation, Bentonville, Ark., to advance responsible labor practices through workforce development programs on fresh produce farms in Mexico.

Study finds offshore aquaculture has low environmental impact

This study showed that any impacts from offshore fish farming are minimal compared to all other forms of animal protein production for human consumption.

July 17, 2019

A new study led by scientists at the University of Miami (UM) Rosenstiel School of Marine and Atmospheric Science, Miami, found minimal environmental impacts to the surrounding waters from a major commercial fish-farming operation off the coast of Panama.

State of the Industry Report 2019: Agriculture

Marina Mayer

July 11, 2019

From sustainable greenhouse farms and recycling pilot programs to power purchase agreements and reusable packaging, it takes a village, and this village of farmers, processors, technology manufacturers and supply chain providers are transforming the future of farming.

Nestlé announces blockchain pilot

The initial pilot program will trace milk from farms and producers in New Zealand to Nestlé factories and warehouses in the Middle East.

July 3, 2019

Nestlé S.A., Switzerland, announced a collaboration with OpenSC, a blockchain platform that allows consumers to track their food right back to the farm.

On Demand Kelley Rodriguez, Editor in Chief of Refrigerated & Frozen Foods, will be joined in this 60-minute webinar by industry experts to help unpack the latest research.

Articles Tagged with ''sustainable farming''

Sun World International sells farming property, shifts focus to fruit breeding, licensing

Study reveals consumers have high expectations, but low levels of appreciation for farmers

University of Idaho to house discovery complex for CAFE Research Dairy

Global Collaborative launches open source technology ecosystem to address soil health, mitigate climate change

Mars announces 6 food startups in its inaugural SEEDS of CHANGE accelerator program

Cargill announces commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions across North American beef supply chain

Equitable Food Initiative receives grant from Walmart Foundation to promote responsible labor practices in Mexico

Study finds offshore aquaculture has low environmental impact

State of the Industry Report 2019: Agriculture

Nestlé announces blockchain pilot

Elevate your expertise in refrigerated and frozen foods with unparalleled insights and connections.

Get the latest industry updates tailored your way.