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Better Cotton's Expansion in Côte d’Ivoire Empowers Farmers
Sustainability Standards News

Better Cotton's Expansion in Côte d’Ivoire Empowers Farmers

Better Cotton is expanding its footprint in Côte d’Ivoire, aiming to support 200,000 farmers in the next five years through a strategic partnership with APROCOT-CI, focusing on comprehensive training and resources to boost sustainable cotton yields.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|November 21st, 2023|1:38 PM
Sustainable Cultivation of Basil Oil: A Green Approach to Aromatic Elixirs
Sustainable Supply Chains

Sustainable Cultivation of Basil Oil: A Green Approach to Aromatic Elixirs

In response to the growing demand for essential oils, it is imperative to embrace sustainable cultivation practices for basil oil, emphasizing eco-friendly methods to safeguard biodiversity and the environment.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|January 31st, 2024|6:19 PM
Latin America and the Caribbean Must Move Towards Sustainable Agrifood Systems
Sustainability Governance

Latin America and the Caribbean Must Move Towards Sustainable Agrifood Systems

The ministers of agriculture of the region, gathered at FAO's annual conference, agreed on the need to move towards prosperous and inclusive rural environments that ensure environmental sustainability and climate mitigation, adaptation, and resilience.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|February 16th, 2022|11:30 AM
Understanding the USDA’s New Organic Certification Requirements
Sustainability Standards News

Understanding the USDA’s New Organic Certification Requirements

The USDA introduces the NOP Strengthening Organic Enforcement (SOE) rule, effective March 19, 2024, aiming to bolster traceability and protect the integrity of organic products in the supply chain.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|March 20th, 2024|2:58 PM
U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Enrolls a Record-Breaking 1.6 Million Acres
Sustainability Standards News

U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Enrolls a Record-Breaking 1.6 Million Acres

The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol reports a remarkable 25% growth in 2023, enrolling a record 1.6 million acres, and advancing transparency in sustainable cotton production.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|October 30th, 2023|11:35 AM
The Implementation of USDA's Strengthening Organic Enforces Final Certification Rule
Sustainability Standards News

The Implementation of USDA's Strengthening Organic Enforces Final Certification Rule

The USDA's Strengthening Organic Enforcement (SOE) Rule aims to combat fraud and enhance supply chain integrity while improving farm-to-market traceability.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|March 20th, 2024|6:52 PM
U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Achieves Remarkable Growth and Sustained Progress Across Sustainability Metrics
Sustainability Standards News

U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Achieves Remarkable Growth and Sustained Progress Across Sustainability Metrics

The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol triples its grower membership in three years, with 975 growers on 1.7 million acres, highlighting its dedication to sustainability in the industry.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|February 14th, 2024|4:13 PM
Climate, Nature, and Biodiversity: How Businesses Are Adapting to Regulatory Pressure
Sustainable Supply Chains

Climate, Nature, and Biodiversity: How Businesses Are Adapting to Regulatory Pressure

The forthcoming two-day Innovation Forum conference will delve into the critical sustainability challenges in commodity supply chains, focusing on navigating evolving legislation and its practical implications for farmers, forests, biodiversity, and nature.
Innovation ForumInnovation Forum
|September 6th, 2023|11:25 AM
Basketball Legend Seeks USDA's Help to Transform Family Farm Into a Sustainable Agricultural Enterprise
Sustainability Standards News

Basketball Legend Seeks USDA's Help to Transform Family Farm Into a Sustainable Agricultural Enterprise

Sampson and other Blakey descendants formed an LLC to restore the family farm and develop it into an agritourism destination for educational purposes.
US DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)US DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE (USDA)
|June 3rd, 2024|11:55 AM
FoodChain ID Strengthens its Position as a Leading Certifier for USDA National Organic Program
Sustainability Standards News

FoodChain ID Strengthens its Position as a Leading Certifier for USDA National Organic Program

FoodChain ID's acquisition of Organic Certifiers Inc., an accredited certification body by the USDA National Organic Program, elevates its status to a top five certifier, reinforcing its authority and trustworthiness in organic certification.
Editorial TeamEditorial Team
|March 20th, 2024|4:27 PM