Sustainability news
2024-05-16
Farmers lead the charge - US agriculture lowers emissions
US farmers and ranchers are making a significant contribution to environmental protection by reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Read more
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2024-05-16
Grass-fed beef popularity rises - Supply struggles to follow
Consumer demand for grass-fed beef increases, facing production limitations and environmental debates. Read more
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2024-05-16
New funding from Alberta’s government will support cutting-edge genomics research in health, agriculture and environmental technology.
Genomics, the study of the genetic information in humans, plants, animals and microbes, helps scientists learn patterns and functions that can be used to improve environmental stewardship and health... Read more
2024-05-16
Indigenous program strengthens long-term rural food supply
Indigenous communities, organizations and businesses throughout the province are working to strengthen local food systems to ensure a more sustainable and affordable food supply for people in rural... Read more
2024-05-15
Optimal Redistribution of Nitrogen Fertilizer Among Countries
Shifting some use of nitrogen from rich countries to poor countries would improve food security and environmental sustainability, according to a study. Wealthy countries tend to use too much nitrogen... Read more
2024-05-15
Administrator’s $74M investment - Wood products & forests
Deputy Secretary Xochitl Torres Small announces $74M Forest Service investment for wood products, renewable energy, and forest health initiatives. Read more
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2024-05-15
Minister MacAulay announces Novel Technologies Streams winners under the Food Waste Reduction Challenge
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2024-05-15
Soy Biodiesel Byproduct Could Enhance 3D Printing Industry
In a development that could advance the 3D printing industry, researchers at the University of Louisville have discovered a way to transform a significant waste output from soy biodiesel plants into a... Read more
2024-05-15
USDA Easing Producers’ Transition to Organic Production with New Programs and Partnerships, Announces Investments to Create and Expand Organic Markets
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced new programs, partnerships,
grant awards and an additional $10 million in funding to expand the markets for organic products and help producers... Read more
2024-05-15
USDA Easing Producers’ Transition to Organic Production with New Programs and Partnerships, Announces Investments to Create and Expand Organic Markets
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced new programs, partnerships, grant awards and an additional $10 million in funding to expand the markets for organic products and help producers... Read more
2024-05-15
Optimal Redistribution of Nitrogen Fertilizer Among Countries
Shifting some use of nitrogen from rich countries to poor countries would improve food security and environmental sustainability, according to a study. Wealthy countries tend to use too much nitrogen... Read more
2024-05-15
Optimal Redistribution of Nitrogen Fertilizer Among Countries
Shifting some use of nitrogen from rich countries to poor countries would improve food security and environmental sustainability, according to a study. Wealthy countries tend to use too much nitrogen... Read more