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December 16, 2024 In Agriculture, Economy, Environment, Health, Home, Sustainability By kellie

A Holiday Guide to Choosing Local Food When You Shop

The holiday season brings an undeniable joy to the table — an abundance of delicious food shared with family and friends. But have you ever considered the journey your food takes to reach your plate? Choosing local food enhances the taste and freshness of your...

August 23, 2024 In Agriculture, Gardening, Health, Mindfulness, Sustainability By kellie

Intuitive and Sustainable Eating: How to Eat for Your Body and the Planet

Have you reached your eating endgame? The one that starts with “I’ve tried every new diet that’s come down the pike, and I still don’t look like Taylor Swift” and ends with throwing up your hands in despair? Maybe it’s time for a new approach....

July 18, 2024 In Agriculture, Climate Awareness, Health, Sustainability, Waste By kellie

How Do Farmer’s Markets Promote Sustainability?

Minimizing your carbon footprint means examining every aspect of your life, including what’s on your plate. You might have heard you can go green by shopping at your farmer’s market, but how do they promote sustainability? These weekly gatherings harken back to earlier market days, when...

April 26, 2024 In Agriculture, Economy, Environment, Sustainability By kellie

Harvesting Prosperity: A Guide to Launching and Monetizing Your Small Farm

Transforming a tract of land into a profitable small farm melds the precision of science with the finesse of art. This process demands a harmony of pragmatism and foresight, unlocking the land's maximum productivity. Adhering to a series of calculated, strategic actions can metamorphose the...

February 20, 2024 In Agriculture, Energy, Environment, Sustainability, Waste, Water By kellie

These 8 New Sustainability Trends Are Making Waves in the Food and Beverage Industry in 2024

The rise of eco-conscious lifestyle choices affects every industry, including food and beverage brands. Companies must meet consumer demands and stay ahead with innovative ideas to succeed. Read these sustainable food trends to learn what’s ahead for each industry. 1. Locally Sourced Ingredients The International Data Corporation...

November 8, 2023 In Agriculture, Climate Awareness, Energy, Home, Sustainability By kellie

8 Smart Ways to Reduce Your Home’s Carbon Footprint

From regular maintenance to making eco-conscious choices and buying services and products from eco-friendly suppliers, here’s how to reduce your home’s carbon footprint. 1. Conduct an Energy Audit It only takes 75 gigajoules of energy a year to have a good life. However, research shows that...

October 20, 2023 In Agriculture, Environment, Sustainability By kellie

Sustainable Fall Activities to Celebrate the Earth This Season

Fall is the most fun time of the year because of all the changes you can see. Each day, there may be something new to celebrate outside your window. One of the best ways to embrace the season of change is to celebrate the Earth...

April 15, 2023 In Agriculture, Energy, Environment, Sustainability By kellie

How Sustainable Advances in Agriculture Shape Communities

All the food consumed and many of the materials used worldwide every day come from farms across the country. If it weren’t for dedicated farmers and agriculture workers, the health, wellness, and survival of the public would be at risk. But as essential as agriculture is,...

February 8, 2023 In Agriculture, Climate Awareness, Environment, Gardening, Sustainability By kellie

Choosing Plants for a Sustainable Garden Design

With the aim of making a positive impact on the environment, sustainable gardening involves working with nature not against it. Organic gardening practices including the elimination of harmful artificial additives and the conservation of natural resources are important in creating an eco-friendly backyard. Gardening in harmony with...

November 7, 2022 In Agriculture, Environment, Health, Sustainability By kellie

Will Plant-Based Diets Lead to a More Sustainable Future?

The global population is growing, as are concerns about our ability to feed it in the coming decades. Experts predict that by 2050 we will need to produce 70% more food than we do today. This has led many to ask: what can we do...

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