Farming News Archives - Page 42 of 58

More U.S. Interest in Science-Based Approach for Measuring and Advancing Sustainability

Membership levels in Field To Market: The Alliance for Sustainable Agriculture have more than doubled in less than 24 months since it first opened its offices in March 2014. This means that […]

U.S. Agricultural Lands Provide Unique Opportunity for Environmentally-Responsible Food Production

Some of the world’s most unique cacti, reptiles and plants reside here in among our nation’s lush watersheds and rangelands.

Benefits of Ecological Intensification

To explore the practical application of ecological intensification, a six-year study of a large commercial farm in the United Kingdom assessed how using land for wildlife habitat affected food crops.

USDA, Partners to Invest Millions in Conservation Projects Across the Nation

The projects will help communities improve water quality, combat drought, enhance soil health, support wildlife habitat and protect agricultural viability.

Analysis of EU Rural Development Reveals Cut in Environmental Measures

The analysis suggests that EU efforts to “green” the Common Agricultural Policy were failing, with the EU risking a further decline in species such as farmland birds.

EU Consults on Bioenergy Sustainability Policy

The purpose of the consultation is to develop a new policy framework for climate and energy, including EU‑wide targets for the period between 2020 and 2030.

USSEC Launches Sustainability Briefs

The briefs provide details concerning the U.S. Soy Sustainability Assurance Protocol and statistics regarding water, nutrient and pest management, and information regarding conservation.

USDA Celebrates Record of Conservation Success

USDA has invested more than $29 billion since 2009 to help farmers, ranchers, and landowners prevent soil erosion, create and protect wildlife habitat, and clean the air.

Coalition Calls for Action to Reduce Food Waste

Reducing food loss and waste can save money for farmers, companies, and households; feed more people; and alleviate pressure on climate, water, and land resources.

Soil Health Partnership

The Soil Health Partnership aims to measure and communicate the economic and environmental benefits of different soil management strategies.

From Davos: Transforming Global Food Systems

Restoring soil health has the potential to be a revolutionary approach to global food security.

Agricultural Outlook Forum: Transforming Agriculture

The Forum is a platform to facilitate conversation on key issues and topics within the agricultural community, including producers, processors, policy makers, government officials and NGOs, both foreign and domestic.