THE NEXT ECONOMY -
Not only can girls earn money for themselves and their families, they can also access farmer training and classes on a range of subjects, including financial literacy, reproductive health, farming and entrepreneurship.
ORGANIZATIONAL CHANGE -
Today, the beverage giant releases a new, comprehensive sustainability framework, alongside a set of 2030 goals. It joins many of its industry peers in establishing sustainability strategies with clearly defined goals and science-based targets.
PRODUCT, SERVICE & DESIGN INNOVATION -
A new report says crop diversification will help Vietnamese coffee farmers reduce their CO2 footprint, but makers of a new beverage that’s the molecular equivalent of coffee posit that it could be the wave of a climate-changed future.
THE NEXT ECONOMY -
As the veggie diet revolution continues to gain ground, we look at plant-based doppelgangers of two of our most beloved animal-based foods — beef and tuna — and why they could be key ingredients in our efforts to save the planet from ourselves.
COLLABORATION -
California faces a unique tension: On one side, we are blessed with a mild climate and rich alluvial soils that combine to give California some of the most fertile farmland in the world. Juxtaposed with that, it is one of the world’s most desirable places to live.
THE NEXT ECONOMY -
A landmark soil study from Bonterra Vineyards that proves the climate benefits of organic and biodynamic farming, and a new UK gin made from surplus table grapes, mean these wines and spirit help you “drink responsibly.”
SUPPLY CHAIN -
Anheuser-Busch partnership will produce more efficient rice-growing practices, while General Mills has committed to regenerate 1M acres of farmland by 2030.
SUPPLY CHAIN -
Supply Chain Solutions Center offers tools to help supply chain professionals meet corporate environmental targets.
SUPPLY CHAIN -
New Fairtrade Foundation campaign calls on the UK government and companies to end ‘shameful’ exploitation of cocoa farmers by 2030, in line with the Sustainable Development Goals.
BEHAVIOR CHANGE -
From naturally pest-resistant grains to vitamin-rich flowers and drought-defying roots, they outline 50 nutritious foods that are better for our health and environment.
COMMUNITY UPDATE -
Today, on Valentine’s Day, people celebrate their sweethearts. We don’t always think about it, but a company can have a heart, too.
FINANCE & INVESTMENT -
The Clif Ag Fund will help increase the economic resilience of organic farmers
in Clif’s supply chain — including lower energy costs from day one.
COLLABORATION -
“I don’t see roadblocks … just lots of untapped opportunity!” — Shauna Sadowski, Annie’s Homegrown
SUPPLY CHAIN -
Players large and small are innovating to optimize what goes into — and comes out of — alcohol production.
WASTE NOT -
Many farmers avoid wasting excess fruit by turning it into animal feed, but Sidehill Farm has found much more delicious solutions.
SUPPLY CHAIN -
Hidden killers in food production are making healthy eating impossible for people around the world, according to the Ellen MacArthur Foundation.
COLLABORATION -
This week, two fashion giants with extensive brand portfolios announced partnerships that show promise for cleaning up “dirty fashion.”
SUPPLY CHAIN -
Let me tell you a few things about failure — a subject on which I’m something of an expert.