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Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida recently received a $27,000 grant from Duke Energy Foundation through the Powerful Communities program.
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Listen to farmers – no matter where they are in the world – protecting their crops until harvest from damaging insects, diseases, and weeds is often the toughest part of the job. And this job is getting tougher.
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When it comes to raising crops, protecting them through harvest is often the toughest part of the job.
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'Remarkable Graduates' in Camden School District Win Scholarships "" title="The scholarship winners and school district officials during the event held Thursday, June 8, at Camden High School. Photo Credit: Provided | Camden City School District" typeof="foaf:Image" />Thu, 08/10/2023 - 08:15 Subheader Each Has Own Story of Adversity Overcome in High School Type of Content Article Layout Standard Format Body Originally published by TAPinto CamdenBy Janel “Jaycee” Miller The students were honor
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Prioritizing Structure, Responsibility, Sustainability at International Paper In 2023 International Paper was recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies."" typeof="foaf:Image" />Wed, 07/12/2023 - 11:40 Subheader Responsible Governance Type of Content Article Layout Standard Format Body Originally published in International Paper's 2022 Sustainability Report At International Paper, we prioritize and structure responsibility and sustainability. We rely on the daily actions and pers
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Community Action Lehigh Valley has received a three-year, $150,000 grant from KeyBank Foundation to support The Seed Farm, a partner of Second Harvest Food Bank and program of Community Action Lehigh Valley
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As the voluntary carbon market continues to see exponential growth, an important aspect of carbon project quality is how projects create social benefits beyond emission reductions - that is, how carbon finance transforms a local community. This is what Cool Effect calls The Good on the Ground. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230509005099/en/ A group of workers plant mangroves along the Bay of Bengal through a shoreline
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The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT), a nonprofit scientific organization committed to advancing the science of food and its application across the global food system, and the Seeding The Future Foundation are proud to announce the return of the annual Seeding The Future Global Food System Challenge. The Challenges invites scientists, engineers, innovators, entrepreneurs, and multidisciplinary teams from non-governmental organizations (NGOs), non-profits, social enterprises, universities, r
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We put decades of work into each stand of trees, all leading to this day. Join us “behind the scenes” as we harvest them and turn them into logs destined to become all kinds of products
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Today, one week before California’s Down to Earth Month begins, four of the state’s premier wineries were awarded California Green Medal Sustainable Winegrowing Leadership Awards, joining 32 past winners from throughout the Golden State. These awardees are recognized for their advanced sustainability practices and innovation based on a comprehensive judging process focused on both sustainable viticulture and winemaking. Presented by several California wine organizations devoted to sustainability
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Funds will support refugee and under-resourced communities to grow food and improve food handling and safety practices
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Nordson Corporation (Nasdaq: NDSN) announced today its donation of $500,000 to Second Harvest Food Bank for the 2023 Harvest for Hunger campaign. As the largest local hunger relief effort benefitting Northeast Ohio, Harvest for Hunger aims to provide food and funds to stock local food pantries and provide hot meals at soup kitchens and shelters. Last month, Sundaram Nagarajan, president and chief executive officer of Nordson Corporation, was named the 2023 Honorary Chairperson for this year’s Ha
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CNH Industrial debuted its latest automation and autonomy solutions at its Tech Day in Phoenix, Arizona. New Driverless Tillage and Driver Assist Harvest solutions from Raven, and Baler Automation from Case IH and New Holland
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Mobile distributions will provide access to healthy foods for individuals and families throughout communities in 9 states
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22 branch locations across the state will host coin drives Dec. 5-9 to support hunger relief efforts in their communities
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Magnesia-based product provides a natural solution for improved citrus quality
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During the world’s largest retail event earlier this month, over a million eyes turned to a chestnut farm in rural China as 37-year-old Han Wenliang livestreamed sales of her produce.
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More than 84 percent of agricultural producers are smallholder farmers, according to Our World in Data; meaning their farms are less than two hectares.
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The business services company collected toys and food for Toys for Tots and Shared Harvest
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First Tech Federal Credit Union, the nation’s eighth largest credit union, announced today that it contributed $4.1 million in funding of nonprofit organizations across California, Oregon, and Washington. Support included $2.5 million in direct charitable giving, and a record-breaking $1.6 million in fundraising for Credit Unions for Kids through efforts made by First Tech’s dedicated members, employees, and the broader community. Throughout the year, First Tech’s charitable giving program focus
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Funds will help FareShare secure enough food for a million meals in two years and intensify climate-action mitigation
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B&G Foods, Inc. (NYSE: BGS) announced today a philanthropic partnership with America’s Grow-a-Row (AGAR), a not-for-profit organization that grows and gleans fresh, healthy fruits and vegetables that are donated to those suffering from hunger or living in areas that lack reliable access to fresh, affordable produce. In 2023, B&G Foods will donate $250,000 to AGAR, which will result in the planting, growing, harvesting and distribution of 1.25 million servings of fresh produce to communit
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Grocer hosts 13 holiday meal distribution events in partnership with Feeding America® network food banks and military organizations to help families enjoy Thanksgiving
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CNH Industrial brand New Holland presents the T8 tractor with Raven Autonomy, the driverless grain cart harvest application, at SIMA 2022.
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To celebrate the restoration of Pershing Avenue Park and the conclusion of another growing season at the Pershing Avenue Neighborhood Farm and Community Garden, the City of Poughkeepsie
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A recent survey found more than half of Americans have struggled with uncomfortable conversations over holiday dinners in the past
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Labor shortages have long been an issue in the agriculture industry. But an initiative is aiming to increase the staffing pool and boost the employment opportunities for a very deserving group of Australians.
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BioConsortia Named Finalist for Best R&D Pipeline and Announces Superior Field Trial Results
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A survey conducted by the National Farmers’ Union (NFU) highlighted this year’s harvest so far has been significantly impacted due to a lack of people available to pick the crops.
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Employees of Affinity and its non-profit arm Affinity Foundation harvested and packaged 958,400 servings of fresh vegetables for struggling families in the region
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In its third year, fans can step into Shaq’s shoes to visually understand the impact of their Shaq-a-Roni purchase for a chance to win a ‘Shaq-sized’ prize
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The hand soap and sanitizer brand partners with City Harvest and Soapy Care to make superior germ protection and education more accessible
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Grocer helps alleviate hunger through charitable contributions and mobile food pantry events
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To Kick-off Hunger Action Month, Papa Johns expands Harvest Program, launches new partnerships with organizations working to relieve hunger and increases funding to help franchisees feed their local communities
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Marks the Third Consecutive Year of Committing $1 Million to Support Non-Profit Organizations Striving to Improve Food Equity and Access
Providence, RI based Southside Community Land Trust awarded $100,000 as recipient of UNFI Foundation’s First Ever Food Equity Project Grant
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Carnival Corporation Releases 2021 Sustainability Report Wed, 07/13/2022 - 11:30 Type of Content Press Release Layout Standard Format Body World's largest cruise company provides updates on its 2030 goals and 2050 aspirations, reflecting progress across environmental, social and governance focus areas Report details key initiatives from the company and its nine cruise line brands, focusing on advancing six focus areas guiding the company's long-term sustainability vision, execution and performan
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Fifth Third Bank’s “Feeding Our Communities” initiative, held each year in May, this year provided more than 8.4 million meals to fight hunger across its footprint. The total far exceeded the 5.3 million-meals goal the company set for its 2022 effort. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220629005206/en/ Fifth Third Bank employees and customers provide more than 8.4 million meals for those in need (Photo: Business Wire) The
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The Molpus Woodlands Group, LLC (Molpus), a timberland investment management organization headquartered in Jackson, Mississippi, has, on behalf of a client, successfully purchased approximately 117,773 acres of timberland in east Texas and northwest Louisiana from clients of Manulife Investment Management. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220629005115/en/ Molpus Woodlands Group Purchases 117,773 Acres in East Texas and N
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UPMC Children's Hospital of Pittsburgh Celebrates Opening of Green Mountain Energy Sun Club Edible Garden and Mindfulness Path Wed, 06/08/2022 - 14:00 Subheader The new edible garden provides experiential learning opportunities for patients Type of Content Press Release Layout Standard Format Body PITTSBURGH, June 7, 2022 /3BL Media/ - – UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh and UPMC Children’s Hospital Foundation are celebrating the opening of their Edible Garden and Mindfulness Path, thanks t
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Yamaha Rightwaters recently joined forces with Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi’s® Harte Research Institute and the Coastal Conservation Association (CCA®) to initiate a new conservation project designed to evaluate the role of oyster reefs in capturing and storing carbon in St. Charles Bay in the Gulf of Mexico. The ultimate goal is to then potentially scale the program to a larger scope. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/new
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Cadre, the leading technology-enabled real estate investment platform, today announced an acquisition together with the BlackRock Impact Opportunities Fund. The Harvest at Marmalade apartments, a 252-unit multifamily asset Cadre acquired in downtown Salt Lake City, Utah, represents the firm’s latest commitment to supporting diverse-owned and led managers focused on creating and preserving affordable multifamily housing across the country. The acquisition aligns with Cadre and BlackRock’s mutual
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Engineering and construction leader to design-build system to curb dairy farm greenhouse gas emissions while simultaneously creating a new revenue stream based on sustainable fuel. SOURCE: Black Veatch DESCRIPTION:OVERLAND PARK, Kan., May 18, 2022 /3BL Media/ – Although dairy is a dietary staple in many American households, it can be hard on the environment due to the amount of greenhouse gases (GHG) produced from dairy farms. To address this, Black Veatch has partnered with Amp Americas to devel
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Regional Management Corp. (NYSE: RM), a diversified consumer finance company, announced today that it raised more than $100,000 in support of the American Heart Association (AHA) Upstate Heart Walk through its community outreach program, Regional Reach. The company was the presenting sponsor, and numerous team members participated in the walk on Sunday, April 24th, in downtown Greenville. “Our team is incredibly grateful for the continued support we’ve seen year after year from Regional Manageme
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This past month, AB’s senior leaders gathered in Nashville for an annual offsite meeting, and spent a day partnering with Second Harvest Food Bank to pack +2,200 weekend meals for Middle Tennessee children in need.
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South Bronx Early College Academy and The Longwood Academy of Discovery in Bronx, NY Celebrate Official Opening of Hydroponic Classrooms Thu, 05/12/2022 - 10:00 Subheader Two schools boast dedicated spaces for sustainability and science education Type of Content Press Release Layout Media Gallery Body NEW YORK, May 12, 2022 /3BL Media/ — On April 28 and 29, South Bronx Early College Academy (SBECA) and The Longwood Academy of Discovery celebrated the official opening of their hydroponic-farm cla
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First major U.S. pizza delivery chain to announce that compensation will be linked to environmental, social and governance priorities
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The Molpus Woodlands Group, LLC published its first annual sustainability report today. This report signals our commitment to becoming a signatory to the United Nations Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI). The PRI is the world’s leading proponent of responsible investment. This press release features multimedia. View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20220428005474/en/ The Molpus Woodlands Group, LLC published its first annual sustainability report today. This
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Del Monte Foods Continues Its Fight Against Food Waste With Two New Upcycled-Certified Products Wed, 04/20/2022 - 10:30 Subheader Del Monte® Gut Love and Boost Me Fruit Infusions are the Company’s Latest Products to be Upcycled Certified™ as it Delivers Food that Nourishes People and the Planet Type of Content Press Release Layout Featured Media Body WALNUT CREEK, Calif., April 20, 2022 /3BL Media/ – Furthering its focus on reducing food waste, and in support of its commitment to achieve net-zer
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A weed is a plant, in the wrong place, at the wrong time. These plants compete with crops for nutrients, water, and sunlight. When uncontrolled, weeds can take over a field, ruining a farmer’s chances of a productive harvest.
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John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. (NASDAQ: JBSS), a global leader in nut manufacturing, celebrates 100 years of quality-driven and innovative nut solutions. To recognize this milestone anniversary, JBSS executives will close the NASDAQ stock market on Monday, March 14, 2022. For a century, JBSS has been owned and led by members of the Sanfilippo family. Today, the 4th generation is focused on manufacturing high-quality nuts and snacks across its four brands (Fisher Nuts®, Orchard Valley Harvest