Rising Temperatures Affecting Animals Too; Fair Food Program Aids in Farmworker Welfare; EWG Reports on Clean Bug Repellents

Posted on July 24, 2018

As Milk Production Cools In Summer, Farmers Try To Help Cows Take The Heat by NPR According to farmers and industry experts, as the temperature rises, cows begin to eat less. Thus they produce less milk, which has been described … Read More

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October 27-29: Mindful Agriculture Center’s Autumn Program

Posted on September 10, 2017

CONNECTING TO THE SOIL, SELF AND THE ECONOMY The Institute for Mindful Agriculture invites you to the AUTUMN MODULE of its SEASONAL FOUNDATION PROGRAM The Institute for Mindful Agriculture is committed to helping all of us improve our relationship with … Read More

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October 5-6: Georgia Farm to School 6th Annual Summit

Posted on August 22, 2017

6th Georgia Farm to School Summit Keynote speakers include Betti Wiggins and Honorary Co-Chair Donna Martin (President of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics). The summit offers a chance to tour dynamic school gardens and educational farms, meanwhile you can choose from 21 education … Read More

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Growth in Organic Industry Continues; Riverkeeper’s Massive Clean Up Success; Wind Engery Program Begins Training for Mine-workers; Farmer’s Mark Season Boosts Access to Fresh Produce; Biodiversity Makes a Comeback

Posted on May 22, 2017

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2016 Count of Certified Organic Operations The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced new data indicating the organic industry continues to grow domestically and globally, with 24,650 certified organic operations in the United States, and 37,032 around the world!!! I … Read More

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May 10: Chobani Food Incubator Program in NYC

Posted on May 9, 2017

The Chobani Food Incubator has announced it will be taking applications for their Fall Program, which will be based out of a dedicated space designed for the incubator at Chobani in New York City. The program includes a six-month incubator … Read More

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