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Letter to the President on shipping disruptions due to the East and Gulf Coast port strike

NASDA

In fact, the American Farm Bureau Federation estimates that $1.4 A forthcoming shutdown of East and Gulf Coasts ports is a significant threat to the U.S. agriculture sector, and the businesses, workers, and communities who support trade in U.S. agricultural products. billion a week in ag trade is at risk if there is a strike or slowdown.

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Food, Beverage, and Pet Food Companies Seek Accurate, Reliable Farm Sustainability Data

DTN

The same is true for farm sustainability data. Why are we talking about the accuracy and reliability of farm carbon emissions data? Because it’s the future of quantifying sustainable farming practices — and it has a much more far-reaching effect than just agriculture.

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In Hawai‘i, Restoring Kava Helps Sustain Native Food Culture

Civil Eats

Last fall, Ava Taesali opened Kava Queen , Oahus only brick-and-mortar kava bar, after three years of building a loyal following for this traditional beverage at farmers markets in Honolulu. As recognition grows, so have opportunities for small-scale farming initiatives and environmental restoration. In Florida, the so-called U.S.

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Op-ed: Big Ag Touts Its Climate Strengths, While Awash in Fossil Fuels

Civil Eats

Most of America’s farms are dependent on prodigious amounts of fossil fuels at every stage of production. From planting to harvest, farm machinery such as tractors and combines burn diesel fuel to churn out the raw materials for our food system. On-farm activities like irrigation rigs also require a lot of generated power.

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NUTRITION VS. TOXINS

The Lunatic Farmer

I think all of us who have championed better food and farming realize we have a momentum moment. But that wouldn't reduce factory farmed animals. It surely wouldn't stop chemical fertilizers and bring in compost. But like church denominations, it's like herding cats to get an agenda consensus. While RFK Jr. Therein lies the rub.

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20 Sustainable Sips to Cheer For

Food Tank

According to a study published in the Journal of Cleaner Production and Beverages , the production of alcoholic beverages can contribute to greenhouse gas emissions, land degradation, and water depletion. The vineyards are weeded only using hoes, never herbicides, and fertilized with manure. for a new beer initiative.

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Fostering Sustainable Agriculture with AGRIVI FMS: Optimizing Practices for ESG and CSRD Compliance

AGRIVI

As one of Europe’s largest manufacturing sectors, responsible for purchasing approximately 70% of all EU farm produce , the food and beverage industry plays a vital role in driving the shift towards sustainable food systems. It also captures information on crop nutrients applied, active substances used, and nutrition data.