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Consumer Food Insights - March 2023

Jayson Lusk

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.

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Reúso de tierras de cultivo en California: ¿una solución para todos?

The Equation

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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Why Hydroponic Farming is a Good Idea for Nonprofits

Fork Farms

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.

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Media Advisory: Share Food Program to host new warehouse groundbreaking in Delaware County

Share Food Program

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.

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Data Dashboard on Grocery Spending

Jayson Lusk

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.

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What It Takes to Develop a Successful AgriHood

Agritecture Blog

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.

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Is your organization big enough to need an intranet?

Thought Farmer

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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Introducing Growlink Advanced Control Algorithms Library

Grow Link

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.

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Tips & Tricks for Architects Who Want to Integrate Agriculture into Projects

Agritecture Blog

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

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Land Sales Bulletin and Camo Team Up to Unlock Better Farmland Sale Data For Agriculture

Tillable

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.

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Now's the time to join a Farmer-Led Watershed Council

Wisconsin Farmers Union

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.

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Ramadan Nights with FRESHFARM Bites

FreshFarm Blog

During Ramadan, farmers markets are a source of local food to break your fast with as well as a hub for community.

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Are Vertical Farms Truly the Answer to Food Safety Concerns?

Agritecture Blog

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.

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Compeer Partners with CamoAg

Tillable

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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How can universities utilize Agritecture Designer’s Online Classes to incorporate CEA into their programs?

Agritecture Blog

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