Kellanova to make Cheez-It crackers with regenerative wheat for East Coast grocery stores in unique pilot

Ahold Delhaize USA, owner of Food Lion, Giant Food and Stop & Shop, is teaming with the snacking giant and grain cooperative Bartlett to reduce emissions from field to shelf. 

By Sarah Zimmerman • June 18, 2024

USDA’s Vilsack touts updated, ‘accountability-focused’ national food waste strategy

The Agriculture Secretary said the plan has taken on renewed importance as global efforts to curb methane pollution ramp up and farm bill negotiations continue. 

By Jacob Wallace • June 18, 2024

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Declining farm income and other production challenges have pushed farmers to rethink their operations and adopt new technology in a bid to diversify potential revenue streams. 

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McDonald’s elevates regenerative ag leader to head supply chain

Cesar Piña, who spearheaded the fast-food chain's commitments around soil health and deforestation-free beef, will be responsible for the company’s vast sourcing footprint.

By Philip Neuffer • June 17, 2024

Agtech seedlings: Microsoft-backed venture to open Georgia ‘farm of the future’

Also in this week's farm technology news: AgriCapture issues first carbon credits for regenerative rice, and a major berry supplier inks a deal for new shelf life extension tech.

By Sarah Zimmerman • June 14, 2024

Whole Foods broadens quality standards for meat products

The grocer said it is looking to improve accountability and transparency as well as broaden the scope of suppliers it can work with.

By Peyton Bigora • June 13, 2024

Cargill, Target and FibreTrace partner to verify raw cotton

Luminescent pigments are integrated into raw cotton to track it throughout the global supply chain.

By Xanayra Marin-Lopez • June 11, 2024

Vanilla bean volatility could drive up ice cream prices

While supply constraints are not expected to last long, growers warn of a potential cost problem.

By Jennifer Lawinski • June 10, 2024

Agtech seedlings: Pairwise develops ‘world’s first’ seedless blackberry

In other farm technology news: Amazon founder Jeff Bezos' philanthropic fund awards $300 million to create a sustainable protein hub, and breeding innovations from a Michigan State scientist could create a healthier potato chip.

By Sarah Zimmerman • June 7, 2024

The seafood industry must recognize that healthy seas require safeguarding human rights

While businesses have made strides in becoming more environmentally responsible, they must also hasten efforts to eliminate labor abuses or risk consumer backlash and legal repercussions.

By Ryan Bigelow • June 7, 2024

5 agriculture podcasts to listen to right now

With hundreds of shows to choose from, we spotlight some of our favorites dealing with all aspects of farming, from sustainabilty to economics.

By David Silverberg • June 6, 2024

White House looks to bolster carbon market credibility

The CEO of data platform operator Sylvera called the Biden administration's new principles for responsibly participating in voluntary carbon markets a “pragmatic step.”

By Lamar Johnson • June 5, 2024

The critical climate action meat and dairy companies should prioritize now

To quickly curb the rate of global warming, businesses can prioritize acting on one of their largest sources of supply chain emissions — methane.

By Meryl Richards and Vrashabh Kapate • June 5, 2024

Huy Fong Foods’ sriracha shortage strikes again

The popular rooster-adorned bottle has become a mainstay and must for hot sauce lovers. But its production is on hold…again.

By Alexandra Frost • June 3, 2024

Agtech seedlings: Saudi startup raises $16M to grow produce in deserts | Danone joins AB InBev accelerator

Also in this week's farm technology news: Cibo Technologies rolls out an emissions reporting tool for CPGs, and Farmers Edge teams with sorghum growers to advance climate-smart agriculture.

By Agriculture Dive staff • May 31, 2024

Warmest winter could bring record pests

Crop-destroying insects are hatching earlier than usual in the Midwest, raising concerns as the growing season progresses.

By Leah Borts-Kuperman • May 30, 2024

Bioenergy Devco, growing anaerobic digestion company, names new CEO

An executive with 25 years of experience in the energy sector will take over the company as it pursues dozens of new projects.

By Jacob Wallace • May 30, 2024

World’s largest database of weeds could unearth the future of farming

An open-access data resource gives researchers insight into agricultural practices as far back as 8,000 BCE and has the potential to help the food system become more climate resilient.

By David Silverberg • May 29, 2024

Scope 3 emissions reporting is a ‘when,’ not an ‘if’ for companies: Bayer

An executive with the crop sciences giant explains how the company works with suppliers to track its environmental footprint across the supply chain.

By Suman Bhattacharyya • May 29, 2024

Brands need a new model of sustainability. Here’s how we can flip the script

Companies need to shift their focus from selling to doing, writes Kenny Fahey, president and CEO of Leading Harvest. 

By Kenny Fahey • May 23, 2024

5 takeaways from the House farm bill draft

Lawmakers are split over food assistance and climate-smart agriculture proposals, although farm groups praised Republicans' efforts to boost safety net and trade promotion funding.

By Sarah Zimmerman • May 21, 2024

How companies should approach compliance under multiple climate reporting regulations: BCG

Companies may need to reorganize as climate disclosure mandates take shape, says Tim Mohin, a partner and director at Boston Consulting Group.

By Suman Bhattacharyya • May 21, 2024

Agtech seedlings: Fresh Del Monte to manufacture biofertilizer from pineapple waste

Also in this week's farm technology news: FarmRaise introduces a platform for companies to manage agricultural sustainability programs, and FMC taps AI to accelerate product discovery.

By Sarah Zimmerman • May 17, 2024

Mass Energy Works, Clean Energy Fuels to build 9 dairy digesters in $130M venture

The agreement is set to produce an estimated 4 million gallons of renewable natural gas from cattle manure per year. 

By Sarah Zimmerman • May 16, 2024

Grass-fed beef demand is on the rise. Can supply keep up?

Although consumer appetite for the label is increasing, cost constraints and environmental questions have prevented a production expansion.

By S.L. Fuller , Sarah Zimmerman • May 14, 2024

House Republicans shed more light on proposed farm bill

The plan includes more information on how conservatives would allocate additional climate funding from the Inflation Reduction Act.

By Sarah Zimmerman • May 13, 2024