Glyphosate weed killers induce antibiotic resistance in deadly hospital-acquired bacteria, according to a new study published late last month in the journal Scientific Reports. This is the latest finding connecting commonly used herbicides to the rise of antibiotic-resistant bacteria. To put this finding in context, antibiotic resistance is rising to dangerously high levels in all parts of the world, according to the World Health Organization. Mark Neal, founder, and owner of Neal Family Vineyards credits his Greek grandmother for influencing his organic farming philosophy. Growing up on the island of Crete, her family didn’t just grow grapes, but also farmed vegetables, fruit, olives, and raised animals, as part of a naturally biodiverse farming system. These same practices were adopted by his parents when they moved to Napa Valley in 1968 to purchase land and start an organic farm. Abnormally high feed costs, partly the result of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, are ruining organic livestock producers and federal relief payments are vital to keeping farmers in business, said organic trade groups and businesses. “A perfect storm of trade disruptions, international conflicts, and acute drought conditions has created a situation no farmer could have planned for or foreseen,” said the 13 groups in a letter to lawmakers released on Monday. Organic Candy Factory, creator of the world’s only organic, vegan, kosher, gluten-free, non-GMO gummy bear, today announced the launch of its first crowdfunding campaign to expand the company’s production and e-commerce operations. Organic Candy Factory is seeking $1,000,000 in investor funds through the crowdfunding platform StartEngine. Plant-based brands seek expanded support for crop diversity, plus the addition of plant milk to school lunch programs in the 2023 Farm Bill. Companies making organic dairy products desire a stronger commitment to organic grains for feed. Supplement brands would like more education about regenerative agriculture. Organic wineries want crop insurance improved. And stakeholders throughout the natural and organic food industry are lobbying for boosted budgets for organic research and standards protection.
Findings Add to Crisis, Antibiotics in Agriculture, Lawns, and Landscapes Threaten Health
Glyphosate weed killers induce antibiotic resistance in deadly hospital-acquired bacteria, according to a new study published late last month in the journal Scientific Reports. This is the latest finding connecting commonly used herbicides to the rise of antibiotic-resistant bacteria. To put this finding in context, antibiotic resistance is rising to dangerously high levels in all parts of the world, according to the World Health Organization. In the May 1, 2022, issue of the Bulletin of the World Health Organization, Samira Choudhury, Ph.D., et al. writes, “Often referred to as the silent pandemic, antimicrobial resistance claims the lives of over 700,000 people annually.” The authors continue, “A study suggests that if no actions are taken, antimicrobial resistance will cause 10 million deaths per year by 2050 and an economic impact of over 100 trillion United States dollars.”
How Neal Family Vineyards Achieved 1st Regenerative Organic Certification In Napa Valley
Mark Neal, founder, and owner of Neal Family Vineyards credits his Greek grandmother for influencing his organic farming philosophy. Growing up on the island of Crete, her family didn’t just grow grapes, but also farmed vegetables, fruit, olives, and raised animals, as part of a naturally biodiverse farming system. These same practices were adopted by his parents when they moved to Napa Valley in 1968 to purchase land and start an organic farm.
What natural and organic leaders want from the 2023 Farm Bill
Plant-based brands seek expanded support for crop diversity, plus the addition of plant milks to school lunch programs. Companies making organic dairy products desire a stronger commitment to organic grains for feed. Supplement brands would like more education about regenerative agriculture. Organic wineries want crop insurance improved. And stakeholders throughout the natural and organic food industry are lobbying for boosted budgets for organic research and standards protection.
https://www.newhope.com/regulatory/what-natural-and-organic-leaders-want-2023-farm-bill
Organic Candy Factory Launches First Crowdfunding Campaign for Its Unique “Better For You” Gummy Bears
Organic Candy Factory, creator of the world’s only organic, vegan, kosher, gluten-free, non-GMO gummy bear, today announced the launch of its first crowdfunding campaign to expand the company’s production and e-commerce operations. Organic Candy Factory is seeking $1,000,000 in investor funds through the crowdfunding platform StartEngine.
U.S. DISASTER PAYMENTS ARE NEEDED, SAY ORGANIC LIVESTOCK PRODUCERS
Abnormally high feed costs, partly the result of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, are ruining organic livestock producers and federal relief payments are vital to keep farmers in business, said organic trade groups and businesses. “A perfect storm of trade disruptions, international conflicts and acute drought conditions has created a situation no farmer could have planned for or foreseen,” said the 13 groups in a letter to lawmakers released on Monday.
