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Gopuff Partners with the White House to Fight Hunger, Commits to Donating 10 Million Pounds of Food to Communities in Need

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Public Policy, Government, White House, Federal Government, Supermarket, Convenience Store, Food, Beverage, Online Retail, Discount, Variety, Retail, Feeding America, Multimedia, SNAP, Organic, Vegetable, Greater Boston Food Bank, Hunger, EBT, USDA

Gopuff today announced it's doubling down on its commitment to combating food insecurity by donating 10 million pounds of food to communities in need and joining the White House Challenge to End Hunger .

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  • Gopuff today announced it's doubling down on its commitment to combating food insecurity by donating 10 million pounds of food to communities in need and joining the White House Challenge to End Hunger .
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240227058968/en/
    Gopuff today announced it's doubling down on its commitment to combating food insecurity by donating 10 million pounds of food to communities in need and joining the White House Challenge to End Hunger.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    “Food access, affordability and insecurity are critical issues in our communities,” said Rafael Ilishayev, co-founder and co-CEO of Gopuff.
  • In joining the White House Challenge to End Hunger and Build Healthy Communities, Gopuff commits to:
    Donating 10 million pounds of food to local food banks and charities across the United States by 2027 to help combat food insecurity through food rescue efforts.

Market of Choice Introduces Carbon-Neutral Beef from Royal Ranch

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Monday, February 26, 2024
Retail, Environment, Supermarket, Agriculture, Natural Resources, Food, Beverage, Interest, Fertilizer, Market, Health, Cattle, Royal Ranch, Interview, Beef carcass classification, USDA, Market of Choice, Partnership

Independent, family-owned Market of Choice is Oregon’s first grocer to partner with Royal City, Washington-based Royal Ranch , a leader in regenerative agriculture, to bring its carbon-neutral beef to market.

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  • Independent, family-owned Market of Choice is Oregon’s first grocer to partner with Royal City, Washington-based Royal Ranch , a leader in regenerative agriculture, to bring its carbon-neutral beef to market.
  • Market of Choice customers can now enjoy their preferred USDA Choice cuts from Royal Ranch, available in its full-service and self-service meat departments at all 11 stores statewide.
  • “Market of Choice is the perfect partner to introduce our carbon-neutral beef to Oregonians,” says Austin Allred, owner of Royal Ranch.
  • Royal Ranch is creating a scalable system aimed at cultivating quality sustainable food for the masses, reshaping the future of farming for a healthier planet and better-nourished communities.”
    In February, Market of Choice is hosting media events in Eugene and Portland, Oregon, offering opportunities to learn more about regenerative agriculture and interview representatives from Market of Choice and Royal Ranch.

Enrich Foods’ “Climate Friendly” Rice Named NEXTY Award Finalist: The First Consumer Product Funded by USDA’s Climate-Smart Commodities Is Now Available to US Households.

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Friday, February 23, 2024
Environment, Climate Change, Supermarket, Sustainability, Food, Beverage, Retail, Agriculture, Natural Resources, Online Retail, White rice, Multimedia, Farmer, Exhibition, Methane, Climate change, Water, Amazon, Farm, USDA, TED (conference), Partnership

This is the first consumer product funded by USDA’s Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities initiative to hit store shelves, and has broad applications across American agriculture.

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  • This is the first consumer product funded by USDA’s Partnerships for Climate-Smart Commodities initiative to hit store shelves, and has broad applications across American agriculture.
  • Grown and produced in America’s heartland, climate-friendly rice represents a game-changing advance in sustainable farming—from funding to field to shelf to plate.
  • Learn more about Great River Milling Long Grain White Rice and Long Grain Brown Rice at Expo West (Booth #4790).
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240223997050/en/
    Enrich Foods’ Climate-Friendly Rice Named NEXTY Award Finalist.

Ferry-Morse 2024 Collection Spotlights Organic Seeds and New Plantlings Varieties

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Thursday, February 22, 2024
Online Retail, Retail, Home Goods, Agriculture, Natural Resources, Specialty, Food, Beverage, Midnight, Long pepper, Herb, Collection, CMO, Multimedia, Transplant, Skin, Gardening, Seed, Olive oil, Health, Garlic, Humidity, Fruit, Sunlight, USDA, Environment, Food preservation

Meeting consumer demand, Ferry-Morse has increased its online offering of USDA-certified Organic vegetable, fruit, and herb seeds so gardeners of all levels can enjoy homegrown produce while reaping the benefits of organic food.

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  • Meeting consumer demand, Ferry-Morse has increased its online offering of USDA-certified Organic vegetable, fruit, and herb seeds so gardeners of all levels can enjoy homegrown produce while reaping the benefits of organic food.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240222153747/en/
    Ferry-Morse has increased its online offering of USDA-certified Organic vegetable, fruit, and herb seeds so gardeners of all levels can enjoy homegrown produce while reaping the benefits of organic food.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    Like all Ferry-Morse seeds, the Organic Collection seeds are Non-GMO and Non-Neonic, which means they are free of neonicotinoid chemicals, which are harmful to pollinators.
  • Plantlings will be available through June or while supplies last, and all orders will be shipped two-day to ensure quality.

Thrive Market Announces SNAP EBT Acceptance

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Wednesday, February 21, 2024
Online Retail, Professional Services, Supermarket, Consumer, White House, Federal Government, Social Services, Food, Beverage, Delivery Services, Organic Food, Retail, Other Consumer, Public Policy, Government, Thrive Market, PIN, Multimedia, SNAP, Geography, Internet access, Disability, EBT, USDA, Video game

Thrive Market , the healthy and sustainable online grocery store, proudly announces its acceptance of SNAP EBT, making it the first-ever online-only retailer to receive USDA approval.

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  • Thrive Market , the healthy and sustainable online grocery store, proudly announces its acceptance of SNAP EBT, making it the first-ever online-only retailer to receive USDA approval.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240221299513/en/
    “Thrive Market’s SNAP EBT acceptance is a groundbreaking move in making healthy groceries more accessible and affordable,” says Nick Green, Thrive Market Co-Founder and CEO.
  • “We’re proud to partner with Thrive Market to enable over 42 million Americans receiving government assistance to purchase healthy groceries online," said Ofek Lavian, co-founder and CEO of Forage , the mission-driven payments company powering Thrive Market’s acceptance of SNAP EBT.
  • Thrive Market’s acceptance of SNAP EBT marks a monumental step forward on our joint mission of expanding healthy food options for all Americans.”
    Founded in 2014, Thrive Market celebrates its 10th anniversary this year.

Grass-Fed Beef Industry Leader, American Farmers Network, Returns to Retail with a Completely New Branded Look

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Thursday, March 7, 2024
Marketing, Strategic planning, Soil, Social media, Health, Farmer, Growth, Western United States, Agriculture, AFN, USDA, Ecosystem, Animal husbandry

The rebranding initiative is centered around a visually striking new packaging that embodies the spirit of the American West, while being modern at the same time.

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  • The rebranding initiative is centered around a visually striking new packaging that embodies the spirit of the American West, while being modern at the same time.
  • Drawing inspiration from the vast landscapes, rolling plains, and timeless traditions of ranching, the packaging features iconic imagery synonymous with the region.
  • "We are thrilled to reintroduce American Farmers Network to consumers with a bold new look that reflects our commitment to quality, sustainability, and the rich legacy of American agriculture," said Sanin Mirvic, CEO of American Farmers Network.
  • For more information about American Farmers Network and its range of grass-fed beef products, visit our website .

Agrochemicals Market size to increase by USD 49 million between 2022 to 2027, American Vanguard Corp., Archer Daniels Midland Co., Arysta LifeScience Corp., and more among key companies, Technavio

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
Soil, IPM, Ammonia, Fertilizer, Synthetic, Farmer, Growth, Canker, Plant, Fertility, Insecticide, Health, Agrochemical, Nutrient, Nitrogen, Herbicide, Agriculture, Research, USDA

This report provides a full list of key companies, their strategies, and the latest developments.

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  • This report provides a full list of key companies, their strategies, and the latest developments.
  • Nitrogen is one of the crucial macronutrients required for the growth and development of crops.
  • Within this realm, agrochemicals emerge as indispensable tools, aiding farmers in combating various challenges to maximize crop yields and quality.
  • The organometallics market size is expected to increase by USD 3.73 billion from 2021 to 2026, and the market's growth momentum will accelerate at a CAGR of 6.7%.

Lundberg Becomes the Leading U.S. Regenerative Organic Certified® Food Brand

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Tuesday, March 5, 2024
Sprouts, Soil, Burn, Sacramento Valley, Salmon, Food, Climate, Safety, Whole Foods Market, Snack, Duck, Organic, Family, Lundberg Family Farms, ROA, River, L E Lundbergföretagen, Meal, USDA, Zooplankton, Agriculture

RICHVALE, Calif., March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lundberg Family Farms, a leading grower of organic rice and maker of best-selling packaged rice and rice snacks, is now the leading U.S. Regenerative Organic Certified® food brand introducing 70+ products made with Regenerative Organic Certified® rice across its portfolio. Last year, Lundberg became the first U.S.-grown rice brand to launch Regenerative Organic Certified® rice.

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  • RICHVALE, Calif., March 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Lundberg Family Farms , a leading grower of organic rice and maker of best-selling packaged rice and rice snacks, is now the leading U.S. Regenerative Organic Certified® food brand introducing 70+ products made with Regenerative Organic Certified® rice across its portfolio.
  • Last year, Lundberg became the first U.S.-grown rice brand to launch Regenerative Organic Certified® rice.
  • Lundberg worked with the Regenerative Organic Alliance (ROA) to certify more than 8,500 acres of rice, which is 4x more than the previous year.
  • The California-based brand grows 70% of California's Regenerative Organic Certified® rice and plans to transition the rest of its organic acreage by 2027.

Verde Environmental Technologies, Inc., Launches Deterra® Household Mailing Campaign to Provide Access to Proper Drug Disposal Options

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Monday, March 4, 2024
Psychological abuse, Prohibition, USPS, Government, Patent, USDA, Environment

MINNEAPOLIS, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Verde Environmental Technologies, Inc., is excited to announce its new Deterra Household Mailing Campaign, a Prevention & Education Program designed to efficiently deliver proper drug disposal resources to households for 50 cents or less. This industry-leading campaign features the new patent pending Deterra® Direct Mail Pouch that is USPS-approved for automated flat rate postage, plus a customizable resource card. The program is ideal for quickly reducing the supply of unwanted medications and illicit drugs available for misuse, especially in rural and underserved areas that lack easy access to proper disposal methods.

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  • MINNEAPOLIS, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Verde Environmental Technologies, Inc., is excited to announce its new Deterra Household Mailing Campaign, a Prevention & Education Program designed to efficiently deliver proper drug disposal resources to households for 50 cents or less.
  • This industry-leading campaign features the new patent pending Deterra® Direct Mail Pouch that is USPS-approved for automated flat rate postage, plus a customizable resource card.
  • The program is ideal for quickly reducing the supply of unwanted medications and illicit drugs available for misuse, especially in rural and underserved areas that lack easy access to proper disposal methods.
  • For more information on the Deterra Household Mailing Campaign, please visit: https://deterrasystem.com/household-mailing-campaign/ .

Toledo Zoo's Elephant Herd Grows with Arrival of Newborn Calf

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Monday, March 4, 2024
SSP, Zoo, Calf, Kroger, Social media, Love, Threatened species, Birmingham Zoo, Intelligence, EEHV, Animal, Elephant, Pregnancy, Toledo Zoo & Aquarium, PR, Health, Zoo Aquarium de Madrid, Mammal, Family, Indianapolis Zoo, Amazon, Male, Plasma, USDA, IUCN, Tembo

TOLEDO, Ohio, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Toledo Zoo is thrilled to announce the birth of a healthy baby elephant, born to African elephant, Renee.

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  • TOLEDO, Ohio, March 4, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Toledo Zoo is thrilled to announce the birth of a healthy baby elephant, born to African elephant, Renee.
  • "The birth of this precious baby elephant is such a momentous event," said Jeff Sailer, CEO of the Toledo Zoo.
  • "It took months of coordination working with our partners in the field," said Michael Frushour, curator of mammals at the Toledo Zoo.
  • In addition to Renee and the newborn calf, the Zoo is also home to two other elephants, Twiggy and Ajani.