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Preserving Family Legacy and Cultivating the Future in Arkansas

In Jackson County, northeast Arkansas, a legacy of sustainable agriculture has endured for five generations.

Only Natural Competition Winners Push the Boundaries of Sustainable Design

Only Natural has announced the winners of its international student design competition.

U.S. Animal Feed Export Volumes Rise in 2024

In 2024, exports from the U.S. animal feed industry reached $11.6 billion, with volumes increasing by 8% from the previous year to 21.4 million metric tons.

The U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council: New Name, New Opportunities

The U.S. Grains Council, a U.S. Sustainability Alliance member, has changed its name to the U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council (USGBC) to better reflect all the commodities it represents.

USSA Newsletter: July 2025

USSA News: Bright spots for sustainable agriculture, U.S. Soy's competitive edge, and more

USSA Senior Policy Adviser David Green Retires

After 13 years of exemplary service, David Green is retiring from his role at the U.S. Sustainability Alliance (USSA). Many of us know David as a driving force behind USSA, helping grow its membership from just eight to 28 organizations and shaping its direction with vision, knowledge and creativity.

Field to Market Awarded $700,000 to Advance Sustainable Agriculture

Field to Market: The Alliance for Sustainable Agriculture® has received a two-year grant of $700,000 from the Walton Family Foundation.

How Do U.S. Soybeans Compete on the World Stage?

Amid shifting political and global dynamics, how do U.S. soybeans perform on the world stage? A new article in Illinois Field & Bean, by the Illinois Soybean Association, explores the advantages that American soybeans offer over their closest rivals.

ASTA Partners on First National Cover Crop Report, Bolsters Conservation

A partnership that includes the American Seed Trade Association (ASTA), a member of the U.S. Sustainability Alliance, has published its first annual report, offering farmers valuable insights into cover crop varieties.

Study: Corn Farming is a Key Driver of the U.S. Economy

In the United States, corn farmers are boosting the economy and fostering strong communities. That’s according to a new study from the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA), a member of the U.S. Grains Council.

USSA Newsletter: June 2025

USSA News: latest agricultural trade export data, new dairy LCA, Maine's forest stewards.

U.S Cotton Trust Protocol Celebrates Six Years of Growth

The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol has achieved its sixth consecutive year of growth. The voluntary sustainability program for U.S. cotton now represents 18% more acres and 14% more growers than in 2024.