The dangers of spraying neonicotinoids--to bees and to other animals, a recent study shows--far outweigh benefits. The EU has begun limiting use; voicing concerns here in the U.S. can help drive change.
#OrganicFarming#Pesticides
While researchers found some fruit and vegetable growers might struggle without neonics, for corn and soy farmers who plant treated seeds they found no yield or income benefit compared to farmers using alternatives or no insecticides at all. https://t.co/hkUwkFmFp1
There are still a few days left before the early bird deadline for our Virtual Buyers Mission: Healthy, Natural, & Organic Products with @OrganicTrade.
Meet virtually with pre-qualified buyers that are looking for new, natural food products from the US: https://t.co/6AlDiOysfG
The Justice for Black Farmers Act was introduced in the Senate to increase Black-owned farmland by up to 32 million acres. Learn more about the new administration tackling unfair lending & land ownership policies https://t.co/5It0N84nS1
#blackfarmers#racialjustice#blackhistory
A1: Another #OrganicValentines tradition we have is thinking about how the Earth is our Valentine. We try to imagine how we can come up with solutions to problems that are ecological. I did a TEDx talk that fits in well with this tradition; check it out: https://t.co/TOdrXGjJKR
Meet Pico, our office Dog of the Month for February. This meerkat-like pup enjoys eating rotisserie chicken, parkouring off walls and singing in the car with mom, QAIβs Quality Technical Manager Liz Figueredo. πΎ
#officedog#dogofthemonth#petofthemonth#furbabies#qai
Welcome aboard to Global Trust Certification, an Ireland-based seafood certification company recently acquired by @NSF_Intl, QAIβs parent company, to expand our expertise in seafood quality standards globally. https://t.co/0OTzvKvCh1
#certification#integrity#transparency
Shifting to sustainable food and farming systems is a lasting, win-win solution for addressing food insecurity & ensuring local community access to nutrient-dense foods. Thanks @ConversationUS for helping connect the dots.
https://t.co/j3eZmkSv7M
#foodresilience#sustainableag
Selling organic products in Canada? Hereβs a cheat sheet on recent revisions to the Canadian Organic Regime. https://t.co/92dQ2XuGmi
#organic#certification#getcertified#goorganic
In addition to providing organic certification, our parent company @NSF_Intl is proud to support companies to earn @NonGMOProject verification. Learn about the value of independent certification: https://t.co/LofvgiFOCx
#certification#getcertified#organic#nongmo
We're often asked what the difference is between the Non-GMO Project Verified seal and other, self-made claims like "GMO-free" or "No GMOs." Our commitment to independent, third-party verification sets the Butterfly apart!
Better for your family, and much better for the planet. That's why QAI developed a certification program that enables farmers to earn more for crops while transitioning to #organic. https://t.co/9hEP0jdeI8
Did you know that organic uses 45% less energy and releases 40% fewer #carbon emissions than conventional? Thatβs why weβre helping farmers transition to #organic & join this data-driven movementβthanks to help from our partners like @OXO!
https://t.co/PdliOfYPCN
Thanks @RodaleInstitute for this much-needed guide to going Organic. QAI's Certified Transitional mark allows transitioning farmers to earn premium prices: https://t.co/9hEP0juPzG
Today, we're thrilled to announce the launch of our first-ever online courses! π This one, "Transition to Organic," is a how-to guide for transitioning to USDA certified #organic. Register now: https://t.co/NRf5ZGbOBD
Relationships are the crux of regenerative agriculture. π»
Regenerative growers foster and protect relationships within their ecosystem and recognize that they, as growers, are also connected to the system. https://t.co/6e04a8Pwl9 #FarmerFriday
As part of NSF International's #publichealth mission, weβve developed a free #COVID19 pandemic response #training series to support all organizations prepare for COVID-19 and mitigate risk.
Learn more and register for free today! https://t.co/5oOfDQv13k