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The U.S. Department of Agriculture is awarding $197 million for 41 locally led conservation projects through the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP).

Greenyard USA/Seald Sweet has introduced a new sustainable label for its clementine line, according to a news release.

Water is a non-negotiable requirement for crop production, and almost half of growers responding to The Packer’s 2022 Sustainability Insights Survey show concern about sufficient water for crop production.

ProducePay has partnered with the sustainability solutions company ALLCOT to create a carbon offset program developed specifically for growers of primary crops, according to a news release.

The growth of the CEA industry has been driven by predictions that we will need 20% more land to feed the planet using current farming practices.

Randolph, Mass.-based RoadOne IntermodaLogistics has announced the launch of its national sustainability initiative with an electric truck pilot with IKEA, the Port of Baltimore and Nikola Corporation.

The Salinas, Calif.-based company has received TRUE Platinum certification for its facility in Guanajuato, Mexico.

Driscoll’s and industry partners have announced the winners of the Agricultural Plastics Innovation Challenge.

Fresh Express has recently adopted the use of reduced gauge corrugate to circumvent shortages and also contribute to increased sustainability, says company vice president Fabian Pereria.

Save Foods, Inc. has announced a new partnership with Korair, according to a news release.