Articles tagged under: sustainability
New Farm Sustainability Coalition Launched
Published February 20, 2020
A coalition of 21 farm and ranch groups have launched Farmers for a Sustainable Future. As lawmakers consider climate change, this coalition calls for policies that support science-based research and voluntary incentive-based conservation programs. Farmers for a Sustainable Future includes…Farmers for a Sustainable Future
Published February 17, 2020
A new coalition of 20 agricultural groups wants to have a role in the debate over climate policy and sustainability. A special event will be held Wednesday to launch ‘Farmers for a Sustainable Future.’ Speakers will include American Farm Bureau…Cattle Conversations Revolve Around Sustainability in 2020
Published February 11, 2020
For those in the cattle business, 2020 is shaping up to be a better year for those in the cattle business. That's according to National Cattlemen’s Beef Association CEO Colin Woodall. "The market recovery isn't everything we want, but it…“Setting the Record Straight” with Beef
Published November 20, 2019
There is a lot going on in Washington D.C. right now as it relates to the cattle industry. Rising to the top for the National Cattlemen's Beef Association is the issue of fake, or lab processed, meat. "Legislation has been…A Sustainability Focus at General Mills
Published August 19, 2019
General Mills has outlined new strategies for reducing pesticide use from its agricultural suppliers. The plan will measure progress in pesticide reduction goals, particularly for farmers in its regenerative agriculture initiative. This action follows engagement between General Mills and an…Bayer Launches Sustainability Initiative
Published June 14, 2019
Bayer plans to reduce its ecological footprint by 30 percent by 2030. Through its new sustainability initiative, Bayer plans to spend nearly $6 billion on weed research. That will include new modes of actions, integrated weed management solutions and digital…New Survey Highlights Sustainability in U.S. Beef Production
Published March 13, 2019
A new two-part study funded by the beef checkoff and the USDA Agricultural Research Service evaluates the sustainability of the U.S. beef industry. The first part of the study says beef cattle production accounts for 3.3 percent of all U.S.…Commodity Groups Join Forces on Sustainability Research
Published November 12, 2018
The National Pork Board, United Soybean Board and National Corn Growers Association have signed a Memorandum of Understanding on a sustainability research platform. The research program will include the sharing of research and communicating results with each organization's members. Continuous…A Sustainable Cattle Industry
Published May 15, 2018
The beef checkoff has released a new report highlighting the cattle industry’s commitment to animal welfare, beef quality, sustainability and community involvement. The Cattlemen’s Stewardship Review found the well-being of cattle is the top priority for 95 percent of producers.…