U.S. Sustainability Alliance

The U.S. Sustainability Alliance is a group of U.S. #agriculture, farm, fishery and forestry organizations committed to #sustainability and #conservation.

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Unlocking the power of collaboration: USSA members share knowledge to balance land and water conservation with food, materials, fabrics and biofuel production.

Together, we pioneer sustainable practices setting a benchmark for the world.

#SustainabilityInAction #USSAInitiatives

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Our strength lies in unity! USSA thrives on collaboration among member organizations. Together, we blend stewardship, conservation, and innovation to produce essential resources sustainably.

Join us in setting a global example for a better future.

#USSACommunity

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Honoring a legacy of conservation: From the Dust Bowl era to the Sustainable Fisheries Act, the U.S. sets the standard for environmental stewardship.

Follow us on LinkedIn & Facebook to get the latest on sustainability.

#SettingTheStandard #USConservation #ussa

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Mechanical shakers now replace the traditional approach to harvesting prunes – knocking the fruit on the ground using mallets with a rubber tip and putting them in lug boxes. The machines save valuable time by automatically catching the prunes and putting them in bins #TechInAg

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Soil also plays a pivotal role in purifying water, building biodiversity, storing carbon and mitigating the effects of climate change. Because of its key role in ecosystem support, conserving soil and promoting soil health is fundamental to the success of U.S. ag sustainability.

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🌿DYK? The inaugural U.S. environmental protection agency, the Soil Conservation Agency, took root in 1935.This initiative became a national priority following the economic and environmental turmoil of the 1930s Dust Bowl in the Great Plains.

#USSA #Dustbowl #Didyouknow #soil

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Update Alert! The From Field to Bin report introduces the Wasted Food Scale, a new ranking for eleven common food waste pathways. Replacing the Food Recovery Hierarchy, the Scale reflects the latest science and operational practices. #USSA #foodwaste #ussustainability

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U.S. Soy's Global Impact 🌏In 2022, U.S. Soy exports soared to a record-breaking $34 billion, a 26% increase from the previous year. The Nebraska Soybean Board (NSB) takes the lead in fostering global connections through six trade missions in 2023. 🌾

#USSA #USsustainability

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American farmers, ranchers, fishers and forest managers are vital stewards of our nation's land and water, providing sustenance for the U.S. and beyond.
Contrary to common beliefs, U.S. agriculture isn't uniformly large and corporate; it thrives on sustainable practices.#USSA

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DYK ?The USDA released an assessment on forestry and agriculture's impact on U.S. carbon markets!Dive into insights on current market activity, discover barriers to participation and explore opportunities to enhance farmers' and forest landowners' access to carbon markets.🌿

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Earth's Natural Carbon Cleanup 🌍 Did you know? Adding crushed rock to farmland pulls carbon out of the air. Field test finds carbon stored in soils even in dry climates.

#didyouknow #carbon #ussa

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Honoring excellence in conservation! Jones Family Farms and Winery receive the 2023 New England Leopold Conservation Award - a testament to four generations dedicated to the motto, 'Be good to the land, and the land will be good to you.

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Planting for Tomorrow: The Reddick Legacy 🌱
Explore how the Reddick family, spanning eight generations, pioneers sustainable farming in western Kentucky. Joel Reddick unveils the power of cover crops – nature's Swiss army knife against erosion, water conservation and more.🌎

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For U.S. farmers, sustainability isn't just a trend; it's a legacy. 98% of America's farms are family farms, delivering over 80% of all outputs. Follow us on LinkedIn to discover why sustainability is deeply personal for them.🌱👨‍🌾 #SustainableLegacy #FamilyFarming

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U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol: Leading in sustainability, aligned with global standards and initiatives. Recognized by UN SDGs, endorsed by Textile Exchange, Forum for the Future and a key player in initiatives like Cotton 2025, Cotton 2040 and Cotton Up.

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Precision and variable rate technologies are game-changers in sustainable farming! U.S. farmers efficiently apply nutrients and chemicals.

Irrigation technologies, like drip irrigation in the almond industry, conserves water, revolutionizing sustainable agriculture!

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"Regenerative Agriculture"

What are your thoughts? Comment your most accurate description of Regenerative Ag below:

#RegenerativeAgriculture #SustainabilityLeaders #GreenFuture

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We give thanks to all the farmers who sow the seeds of sustainability and produce the food that flavors our festivities. May your Thanksgiving be as rich in appreciation as it is in wholesome ingredients. 🍂#happythanksgiving #ussa #ussustainability

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Major players in the food industry, including Nestlé, Danone and Pepsico, are uniting for a sustainable future!They've adopted a global framework called 'Regenerating Together' to transition towards regenerative agriculture, protecting soil health, biodiversity and climate.

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Is U.S. agriculture adapting to climate change? Absolutely! Our farmers embrace climate-smart practices like no-till, cover crops and rotational grazing. These not only benefit the environment but ensure resilient, future-focused farming.