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🚀 𝐌𝐚𝐣𝐨𝐫 𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐭: 𝐈𝐬𝐫𝐚𝐞𝐥 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐬 𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐛𝐞𝐞𝐟! 🥩🇮🇱 Aleph Farms has secured the green light to produce and market their cultivated beef whole cuts, priced similarly to premium conventional beef. This approval underscores a pivotal shift in the right direction, showcasing governmental support for innovative and sustainable solutions in the food industry.   At Re:meat, we're proud to be part of the movement, developing enabling technologies to radically drive down costs for cultivators and promote growth factor independence. This is crucial to enable the next leap towards the everyday plates of the many. As highlighted by Didier Toubia, CEO of Aleph Farms, "𝘞𝘦 𝘣𝘦𝘭𝘪𝘦𝘷𝘦 𝘵𝘩𝘢𝘵 𝘧𝘰𝘳 𝘤𝘶𝘭𝘵𝘪𝘷𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘥 𝘮𝘦𝘢𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘣𝘦 𝘢 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘰𝘧𝘧𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘮𝘢𝘳𝘬𝘦𝘵, 𝘪𝘵 𝘯𝘦𝘦𝘥𝘴 𝘧𝘪𝘳𝘴𝘵 𝘵𝘰 𝘴𝘰𝘭𝘷𝘦 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘭 𝘪𝘴𝘴𝘶𝘦𝘴 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘮𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘪𝘮𝘱𝘢𝘤𝘵. 𝘈𝘯𝘥 𝘪𝘯 𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘮𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘭𝘢𝘯𝘥, 𝘸𝘢𝘵𝘦𝘳, 𝘨𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘯𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘴𝘦 𝘨𝘢𝘴 𝘦𝘮𝘪𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘴, 𝘺𝘰𝘶 𝘯𝘢𝘮𝘦 𝘪𝘵, 𝘣𝘦𝘦𝘧 𝘪𝘴 𝘳𝘦𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘺 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘪𝘴𝘴𝘶𝘦 𝘵𝘰 𝘵𝘢𝘬𝘦 𝘤𝘢𝘳𝘦 𝘰𝘧."   Congratulations to Aleph Farms for leading the charge, and a big shoutout to Israel for championing innovation in the quest for a more sustainable food future! 🙌 #cultivatedmeat #techforgood #sustainablemeat #commercialapproval #foodtech https://lnkd.in/d-__HYYX

🌾 𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐥𝐥-𝐒𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐞 𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐄𝐮𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞 🌱   Meet Paolo Colzi, the inspiring farmer who transformed his family's wheat farm into a thriving organic oasis. His story embodies the potential of small-scale, local farming in Europe. 🚜   👨🌾 𝐏𝐚𝐨𝐥𝐨'𝐬 𝐉𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐲: Paolo Colzi's transition from textiles to organics highlights the importance of local sales for small-scale farmers.   🌍 𝐄𝐔'𝐬 𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐦 𝐭𝐨 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐲: In 2020, the EU's Farm to Fork strategy advocated for fair economic returns for primary producers and shorter food supply chains.   If you want to know more about Paolo’s journey, read the following article: https://lnkd.in/dAkxBdba   If you want to learn more about the EU’s Farm to Fork Strategy, you can visit the DG Farmer website: https://lnkd.in/d4uEjbHv #DGFarmer #KA2 #PilotWorkshop #SelfAssessment #R2 #erasmusproject #KA2project #agriculture #elearning #agroecology #environment #health #sustainablefarmingpractices #DoublePyramidmodel

Thx! Dreams, where compassion meets dreams and connections are forged between shoppers and the unsung heroes of agriculture - the farm workers. This co-branding strategy goes beyond traditional paradigms, fostering life-enriching connections that transcend mere transactions. Thx! Dreams is dedicated to marking a positive impact on the lives of farm workers by providing educational opportunities. This is the human face of sustainability, acknowledging that true sustainability involves uplifting individuals and communities. Reach out to us for more information or contact Martin Casanova for more details! Fancy: Agtools Inc., Flavor Wave Fresh, Buck Naked Onions, Noble Citrus, Owyhee Produce, Summer Citrus from South Africa, and John Greene Logistics Company Standard: DOLE Fresh Vegetables  and Indianapolis Fruit Company #innovation #freshproduce #freshfood #fruit #freshfruit #freshvegetables #freshfruits #produceindustry #fruitsandveggies #foodsafety #producelife #farming #farmlife #veggies #marketing #consumer #onions #fairtrade

(USA/CHILE 17.01.24) #grapes Chilean Systems Approach Pilot in Mexico Could Serve as a Litmus Test for the US Market. Chile is anticipating approval for a Systems Approach by the US, allowing table grapes from Atacama, Coquimbo, and Valparaiso to be sent without methyl bromide fumigation. ----- [AG: Agronometrics AUSTRALIA? In Australia, a notable deficiency exists in comprehensive communication and information channels for our national fresh produce industry. Currently, there is no unified national platform effectively addressing the discussions and concerns within our fresh produce industry. The imperative for real-time market performance analysis, supported by robust data and information, cannot be overstated. Such resources are crucial for empowering Australian growers, bolstering their sustainability, and optimizing profitability to secure the ongoing production of the food that ultimately reaches consumers' plates. Regrettably, there has been a lack of initiative in Australia to courageously and determinedly unite our national fresh produce industry and rectify the transparency issues within our intricate supply chain. Post-farm-gate operators, rather than adding meaningful value, tend to prioritize their own profits, taking advantage of the non-transparent and ambiguous nature of our fresh produce supply chain. This predicament leaves our growers disheartened and unable to fully reap the rewards of their hard work. It is imperative that our Australian fresh produce industry establishes a national platform that consolidates growers, addresses issues within the supply chain, and actively works towards solutions. Transparency is fundamental for fostering trust and ensuring a fair and equitable fresh produce industry in Australia. We require a representative for our fresh produce industry that challenges the existing norms, exposes inefficiencies, promotes accountability among supply chain stakeholders, and takes concrete actions to rectify these issues. Only by confronting these challenges head-on, we can establish a system that genuinely supports Australian growers and safeguards their interests. The time has come for a paradigm shift in the fresh produce industry, one that centres on Australian growers and eliminates unnecessary post-farm gate intermediaries who exploit the system for personal gain. With the right platform and a commitment to transparency, we can empower our Australian growers with the information needed to make informed decisions, ultimately working towards a fresh produce supply chain in Australia that benefits both growers and consumers alike. It is time to take action and ensure that Australian growers receive the recognition, support, and fair compensation they rightly deserve.] ----- https://lnkd.in/g5jta7w8

This upward trend needs to continue! Here are some highlights based on the chart: • Total organic-certified land in the United States has trended upward since 2000, reaching 4.89 million acres in 2021. • Regional differences in organic agriculture have become less pronounced. Organic acreage and sales historically concentrated in the Pacific region (particularly in California) have expanded across the country, most recently to the Appalachia and Delta regions. • As organic agriculture grows, organic producers have experienced increased market access. Conventional grocery retailers have overtaken natural food stores as the most popular outlet for organic food, with 55.6 percent of sales in 2021. • Authorized Federal funds to support organic research through USDA projects have increased in the last two decades. Mandatory spending authorization for the Organic Agriculture Research and Extension Initiative has grown from $3 million in 2002 to $50 million in 2023. We really hope to see that farms like White Oak Pastures will continue to inspire more farms to switch to organic pasture and rangeland. That's good for the soil, plants, animals and eventually all of us. #allorganiceverything #organicfood

Have you heard of CRISPY FRUIT? What about Crispy Green, Inc. the company? With new innovations and product developments Jackson Brady tells all about the new product. The CPG category is widely expanding and we are the first to hear about it! Join us as we talk during West Coast Produce Expo conference in Palm Dessert! Where does your company stand with new products and innovation? Also, these were BOMB 😵 as you can see in the video!!! #strawberry Thank you to our sponsors of this expo: NEXXT SOLUTIONS Emerald Packaging, Inc Bayer Continental Fresh LLC Golden Star Citrus Inc RPE, LLC / Tasteful Selections LLC ZAG Technical Services and Farm Journal #innovation #freshproduce #freshfood #fruit #freshfruit #freshvegetables #freshfruits #produceindustry #fruitsandveggies #foodsafety #producelife #farming #farmlife #veggies #marketing #consumer #onions #waterforall #people #leaders #video #creative #sustainableagriculture #sustainability #packagingsolutions #packagingindustry #packaging #agriculture 

A new book dipped into spicy aspects of the avocado industry Why it matters: If not for the catchy jingle about avocados being from Mexico, most people know very little about the avocado industry. A new book might change that as it dips into challenging agriculture issues surrounding avocados. For a fruit that has become a joke between generations, many of the issues the book reveals aren't that funny.

🌿 De Groote Voort Dairy Farm: Where Tradition Meets Innovation 🏆 The Netherlands is widely known as a dairy country. We have a long history in milk, butter and cheese production and consumption. The typical pasture landscape with cattle and windmills is inextricably connected with the perception of our country. Behind this image thrives a modern sector, committed to people, animals, and the environment. With a long history of increasing efficiency we deliver high quality products. That you can also run a dairy farm organically whilst maintaining the high quality standards, is proven by the traditional farm De Groote Voort, owned by Jan Dirk and his son Peter Van de Voort. Prize-winning #Remeker cheese is made on this unique dairy farm and cheese production unit in #Lunteren in the heart of #foodvalley. The only milk used comes from their own Jersey cows and is unpasteurised. The resulting cheese is 100% organic – including the rind, made from their own ghee – and just a short dip in the brine vats ensures that it is ideal for those who are on a #reducedsaltdiet. 🌾 Nurturing the Land, Sustaining the Flavor 🌱 The foundation of the dairy and cheese farm lies in the land itself – the meadows that determine the taste of the cheese. The key? Prioritizing soil health throughout the production chain to ensure unparalleled flavor. 🐄 Antibiotic-Free Since 2004 💊 What sets them further apart? Their cows are #freefromantibiotics since 2004 and thrive on a diet of grass, clover, along with the rich variety of other herbs and occasionally some raw oats and unrefined grains. Want to learn more on this farm specifically or find out more about innovations in dairy farming and agriculture in the Netherlands? Feel free to contact us. Roger Van Hoesel Huiberdien Sweeris #regiofoodvalley #organicfarming #traditionmeetsinnovation #agrifoodinnovation