The Packer’s Sustainable Insights Survey asked the question, “How do you document the sustainability steps you take on your farm?” and growers polled rated third party-certifiers at the top of the list.
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“Other” documentation methods cited were:
- Manual;
- Common sense; and
- Written down.
Growers indicated there may be a dearth of education opportunities about sustainability topics.
Asked, “Do you partake in any continuing education courses for sustainability measures?” the results were:
“Other” methods of education cited were:
- Read and learn on our own;
- Workshops offered by research-based universities and grower organizations;
- Be well informed;
- Field days and self-study; and
- Regular web seminars.
