Category: Stories from the Field

Tip of the Iceberg Podcast – Episode 20: Creating a More Sustainable Company

In the world of sustainability, navigating the intricate web of practices, challenges, and storytelling can feel like walking a tightrope. But with the right approach, companies can not only make positive changes in their supply chains but also authentically communicate...

Honoring the Unsung Heroes of Agriculture

Maria de Sagrario Iglesias of FirstFruits Farms has been named the winner of the inaugural Grow the Good Farmworker of the Year Award, a groundbreaking program to recognize the invaluable contributions of farmworkers in the fresh produce industry....

EFI Champions Mental Health Awareness Month This May

Mental Health Awareness Month is a reminder, but supporting farmworker mental health is a year-round responsibility. Employers can take concrete steps to support the mental well-being of their farmworkers: Provide education and training, offer resources and referrals, create a culture...

Farmworker Awareness Week Continues to Grow Audience

Since 2020, EFI has provided a free communications toolkit to encourage industry members to participate in celebrating the week and has continued to add new tools and resources each year. The toolkit, available at equitablefood.org/toolkit, is sent to every state...

Tip of the Iceberg Podcast – Episode 19: Why it’s important to advocate the produce industry

Marissa encourages fresh produce industry members to amplify their voices to help shape policies that benefit both the industry and consumers alike. By advocating for produce, companies ensure they're not sidelined but seated at the table of influence. Because if...

New Video: Agriculture Is Climate Work

Agriculture is Climate Work video highlights a recent project to reduce waste and emissions on GoodFarm's strawberry operation....

EFI Showcases and Supports Sustainable Farming Practices

EFI remains committed to assisting fresh produce grower-shippers in integrating sustainable practices into their operations. Following an industry-wide needs assessment, EFI developed Sustainability 101, a three-day virtual course aimed at aiding companies in coordinating and articulating their sustainability initiatives....

EFI Showcases and Supports Sustainable Farming Practices

Three upcoming events offer examples and guidance on sustainability in fresh produce MEDIA RELEASE Contact: LeAnne R. Ruzzamenti, (202) 524-0540, media@equitablefood.org WASHINGTON, April 3, 2024 – Equitable Food Initiative, the capacity-building and certification organization that partners with growers, farmworkers, retailers...

Tip of the Iceberg Podcast – Episode 18: Having Difficult Conversations Leads to Engaged, Productive Workplaces

Clarke highlights the repercussions of avoiding difficult conversations or not handling them effectively in the workplace. Some individuals may feel apprehensive about making mistakes since they fear the consequences that come with it....

Category: Stories from the Field

Tip of the Iceberg Podcast – Episode 20: Creating a More Sustainable Company

Honoring the Unsung Heroes of Agriculture

EFI Champions Mental Health Awareness Month This May

Farmworker Awareness Week Continues to Grow Audience

Tip of the Iceberg Podcast – Episode 19: Why it’s important to advocate the produce industry

New Video: Agriculture Is Climate Work

EFI Showcases and Supports Sustainable Farming Practices

EFI Showcases and Supports Sustainable Farming Practices

Tip of the Iceberg Podcast – Episode 18: Having Difficult Conversations Leads to Engaged, Productive Workplaces

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