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Community Supported Agriculture: Introduction

National Law Center

The post Community Supported Agriculture: Introduction appeared first on National Agricultural Law Center. If you are a consumer interested in connecting with and financially supporting farmers in your local community, one option is Community.

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The Future of Resilient Agricultural Communities in California Is Alive in Allensworth

Union of Concerned Scientists

But if we do it right, it will have a positive ripple effect that will benefit everyone in California and will make the San Joaquin Valley a positive example around the world for agriculture, energy, and socioenvironmental justice. It is the opposite of sustainable agriculture. But how can we do things right?

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Illinois Dust Storm Disaster Is a Warning for Agriculture

Union of Concerned Scientists

This disaster should serve as a sobering reminder that policymakers and the agriculture industry need to do more to adapt to our changing climate. Although most people don’t notice it, erosion and soil degradation caused by industrial agriculture are already a problem in farming regions across the country. A new Dust Bowl?

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Programs Encourage Growth of Sustainable Agriculture

Environment + Energy Leader

The post Programs Encourage Growth of Sustainable Agriculture appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader. The USDA is providing nearly $3 billion in funding for 70 pilot programs that among other goals will sequester millions of tons of carbon emissions.

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The Agriculture Resilience Act Is a Win for Sustainable Nutrition Science 

Union of Concerned Scientists

The Agriculture Resilience Act (ARA) of 2023 was re-introduced in Congress today. The ARA is comprehensive, science-based legislation that covers many topics related to environmental and climate concerns in agriculture, including conservation on both agricultural and pasture land, renewable energy, and food loss and waste.

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University of Turku: Plant Resilience Through Agricultural Management

Environment + Energy Leader

Researchers at the University of Turku have found that carbon sequestration and plant resilience can be increased through key adjustments in agricultural management. The post University of Turku: Plant Resilience Through Agricultural Management appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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Why Soil Health Is So Important to the Agriculture Resilience Act

Union of Concerned Scientists

The Agriculture Resilience Act (ARA) was reintroduced today in Congress by Representative Chellie Pingree (D-Maine). During its previous introduction, the ARA was widely supported by science, farm, and climate groups and considered a landmark piece of legislation in mitigating climate emissions from agriculture.