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Nominations Open for Farmworker of the Year 2025

EFI has once again partnered with The Packer to celebrate these essential workers through this one-of-a-kind recognition, including new cash prizes of $2,000 for the winner and $500 each for the finalists. Launched last year as part of EFI's mission...

How to Write a Winning-Nomination for Farmworker of the Year

The Farmworker of the Year Award was launched in 2024 to recognize the essential workers who bring food to our tables. Over 40 nominations were submitted, and every nominee had a different story: stories of resilience, leadership, growth, mentorship, and...

Equitable Food Initiative Celebrates Another Year of Impact

Key 2024 Achievements in Programs, Industry Education and Certifications MEDIA RELEASE Contact: LeAnne R. Ruzzamenti, (202) 524-0540, media@equitablefood.org Equitable Food Initiative, the workforce development and certification organization that partners with growers, farmworkers, retailers and consumer groups, celebrated a groundbreaking year...

Nominations Open for Farmworker of the Year 2025

Equitable Food Initiative, the workforce development and certification organization that partners with growers, farmworkers, retailers and consumer groups, proudly announces the kickoff of the second annual Farmworker of the Year Award. The award honors the vital contributions of farmworkers, whose...

Illustration Contest: Showcasing the Creative Talents of Farmworkers

EFI is offering an exciting opportunity for farmworkers to showcase their artistic talents while contributing to a new version of the EFI Leadership Team Training Manual. This contest invites front-line farmworkers and supervisors who work on an EFI-certified farm, have...

EFI Celebrates 10th Anniversary of First Certification

Amalia Zimmerman-Lommel, director of social responsibility for GoodFarms, has been deeply involved in the process of certifying the company’s full supply chain, both owned and contract farms, from the Central Coast of California to Baja California Sur, Mexico. Reflecting on...

Equitable Food Initiative Celebrates Gratitude Month

Equitable Food Initiative, the workforce development and certification organization that partners with growers, farmworkers, retailers and consumer groups, is shining a light on National Gratitude Month and the remarkable people within the produce industry who have made a lasting impact...

Top Retailers Honor Leading Suppliers at ECIP Event

Equitable Food Initiative, the workforce development and certification organization that partners with growers, farmworkers, retailers and consumer groups, recently celebrated the Ethical Charter Implementation Program’s Leadership Circle at an event held on the first night of the Global Produce &...

Tip of the Iceberg Podcast – Episode 22: How Do You Know if You’re on the Right Track with Sustainability?

In this podcast episode, Stephanie Teclaw shared her experiences with the course and offered insights on how it could benefit other grower-shippers. She emphasized the importance of understanding sustainability concepts at a fundamental level and improving communication around these efforts....

Leading ECIP Suppliers Celebrated at the Global Fresh Produce & Floral Show

Equitable Food Initiative recently celebrated the Ethical Charter Implementation Program (ECIP) Leadership Circle at an event held on the first night of the Global Produce & Floral Show in Atlanta. The celebration served as a platform to recognize 26 supplier...

Third Annual EFI Fair by Rouge River Farms

September was a busy month for workers in Rouge River Farms in Verona, Virginia, because of the celebration of the third annual “Feria de EFI”. The fair is a four-day event dedicated to explaining the benefits, significance, and standards of...

Equitable Food Initiative Extends Course to Full Industry

Previously offered exclusively to EFI-certified farming operations, the expansion of these courses presents a valuable professional development opportunity for suppliers and growers, with benefits that will positively impact the entire supply chain....

Equitable Food Initiative Recognizes Hispanic Heritage Month

EFI celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with stories and information to recognize the significant contributions Hispanics and Latinos make in agriculture....

Tip of the Iceberg Podcast – Episode 21: The Benefits of Equitable Food Initiative

This summer marks a significant milestone for both GoodFarms and Equitable Food Initiative. It's been ten years since GoodFarms became the first-ever operation to earn the Equitable Food Initiative (EFI) certification, transforming the traditional approach to social responsibility. Since achieving...

National Farm Safety and Health Week Provides Opportunity to Review Less-Considered Injury Risks

Farming operations can simple steps immediately to help relieve some of the stress put on farmworkers by the common ergonomic stressors associated with their jobs. Improving the ergonomics within your company is beneficial to both workers and the bottom line....

EFI's Latest News

Nominations Open for Farmworker of the Year 2025

Equitable Food Initiative Celebrates Another Year of Impact

Illustration Contest: Showcasing the Creative Talents of Farmworkers

EFI Celebrates 10th Anniversary of First Certification

Top Retailers Honor Leading Suppliers at ECIP Event

Tip of the Iceberg Podcast – Episode 22: How Do You Know if You’re on the Right Track with Sustainability?

Leading ECIP Suppliers Celebrated at the Global Fresh Produce & Floral Show

Equitable Food Initiative Extends Course to Full Industry

Equitable Food Initiative Recognizes Hispanic Heritage Month

Tip of the Iceberg Podcast – Episode 21: The Benefits of Equitable Food Initiative

National Farm Safety and Health Week Provides Opportunity to Review Less-Considered Injury Risks

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