Jayson Lusk
APRIL 12, 2023
The latest edition of our monthly Consumer Food Insights survey is now out. We continue to see a fall both in the share of consumers who say they can’t find certain foods when shopping (i.e., stock-out rates are falling; see also my post last week on new research about stock-outs) and who are buying groceries online. This month, we asked some questions about trust and importance of different food labels.
The Equation
APRIL 10, 2023
Puede que sea un romántico, pero realmente creo que podemos volver a imaginar la agricultura, las comunidades rurales desfavorecidas y el medio ambiente de una manera que haga felices a todos. Amo la naturaleza y veo la agricultura como parte de la naturaleza, no como un enemigo. Pero las prácticas agrícolas, especialmente en California, deben actualizarse para sobrevivir en el futuro.
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Fork Farms
APRIL 14, 2023
Nonprofit organizations often have a mission to improve the quality of life for the people they serve, whether that’s by providing food, education, or other resources. When it comes to addressing food insecurity, hydroponics offers several advantages that can make it an attractive option for nonprofits. BENEFITS OF HYDROPONIC FARMING IN A NONPROFIT SETTING Nonprofits can benefit from growing food with hydroponics in many ways.
Share Food Program
APRIL 14, 2023
Contact: Jess Bautista | jbautista@sharefoodprogram.org WHO: George Matysik, Executive Director, Share Food Program Ellie Crowell, Delaware County Program Director, Share Food Program Dr. Monica Taylor, Delaware County Council Chair Senator Tim Kearney (D-Delaware) Frances M.
Jayson Lusk
APRIL 10, 2023
My team at the Center for Food Demand Analysis and Sustainability (CFDAS) at Purdue released a new data dashboard on consumer spending at grocery stores. This does not include spending at general retailers (like Wal-Mart or Target) but just those chains classified as grocery or supermarket.
Agritecture Blog
APRIL 14, 2023
Credit: CultivateLAND. CONTENT SOURCED FROM BUILDER Written by: Symone Strong April 14, 2023 Meristem Communities' Clayton Garrett explains the idea behind Indigo, a community built around a human-scale working farm and pasture. Agrihoods—or neighborhoods centered around agriculture—have continued to pop up around the country, with one of the latest being Indigo by Houston-based real estate development company Meristem Communities.
Thought Farmer
APRIL 13, 2023
Early intranet adopters really had it rough. While the benefits of intranets may seem obvious to most of us now, imagine trying to pitch an intranet to decision makers 20 years ago. The conversation probably went something like this: Intranet champion: “I think we would benefit from an intranet.” Decision maker: “A what? An intranet? Uhhh, why?” Intranet champion: “Because we have a lot of employees who are uninformed on company news, product updates, and even new colleagues.
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Daily Yonder
APRIL 11, 2023
America’s cropland is awash with chemicals. Despite incentives to establish more sustainable – even organic – farming practices, most farmers are caught in an industrial system of chemicals, hybrid seed, and genetically modified (GMO) seed. Leadership from the USDA and agriculture schools, like the one at Iowa State University, influence farm methods; but even recommendations to reduce farm chemicals have unintended outcomes.
Agritecture Blog
APRIL 13, 2023
Credit: Gianni Dotti. Written by: Niko Simos April 13, 2023 As concerns about food security, sustainability, and urbanization continue to grow, more and more architects are exploring ways to integrate agriculture into their projects. Whether it's a community garden on a residential development, a rooftop farm on a commercial building, or a green wall in a public space, incorporating agriculture into architectural design can bring numerous benefits, from providing fresh food to creating more sust
Grow Link
APRIL 11, 2023
Introducing Growlink Advanced Control Algorithms Library – powerful control algorithms designed specifically for precision greenhouse control. Control Algorithms empower you to create customizable rule sequences that adapt to your plants' specific needs in real-time, reacting to changes in temperature, humidity, light, and more. By utilizing advanced algorithms, rules, and AI, you'll have the power to automate and fine-tune your greenhouse environment like never before.
Tillable
APRIL 10, 2023
Land Sale Bulletin is a premier provider of farmland sales transactions across the Midwest and is used by banks, appraisers, brokers and investors to understand farmland values and market trends. Land Sales Bulletin has generously provided limited sale information through the CamoAg Platform to help our users better understand the value of their farmland and be aware of transactions nearby farms they own.
Wisconsin Farmers Union
APRIL 10, 2023
By Tara Daun | WFU Watershed Coordinator Before planting gets underway, consider connecting with your local Farmer-Led Watershed Council. With 43 councils funded across the state in 2023, it’s likely that there is a network of farmers near you who are looking to promote stewardship and efficiency on farms. Most groups have finalized their 2023 programs and may have monetary and educational opportunities for you and your farm.
Agritecture Blog
APRIL 13, 2023
Image sourced from Fifth Season Editor’s Note: The following article includes information derived from interviews with Brac Webb, Fifth Season CTO, and David Ceaser , Agritecture’s Lead Agronomist. Repeated lettuce recalls and lettuce-free grocery store shelves over the past few years have become a consistent challenge for producers and consumers alike, increasing consumer awareness around the importance of food safety.
Agritecture Blog
APRIL 12, 2023
Associate professor of Horticulture, Neil Mattson, teaches a student in one of Cornell’s on-campus greenhouses. Credit: Cornell Chronicle. Editor’s Note: Controlled environment agriculture (CEA) is one of the various solutions available to deal with the harmful effects of climate change and ensure food security for future generations. By educating students in CEA, universities can be part of the change needed to handle global issues such as climate change, resource scarcity, and population growt
Tillable
APRIL 10, 2023
In several hundred counties across the Midwest, CamoAg has partnered with Compeer Financial to improve our data on median farm sales within 30 miles of a farm. Compeer Financial is one of the premier appraisal service providers in the Midwest, with a focus on agriculture and rural properties in Illinois, Minnesota, Wisconsin, and surrounding states.
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