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The expectations of these younger generations are changing what’s expected in regard to social responsibility, and for some businesses, the existing corporate social responsibility plan might not be enough....
The 2019 annual report explores what Responsibly Grown, Farmworker Assured has come to mean for the fresh produce supply chain in the first five years of EFI....
EFI has promoted Kenton Harmer to managing director to further develop quality assurance and management systems...
The Snack magazine delves into EFI's history, philosophy and impact as the organization celebrates its fifth anniversary as an independent nonprofit....
Homegrown Organic Farms earns its first EFI certification and the first for stone fruit. EFI-labeled product will ship to stores beginning June 1....
This article of inspiring movies to watch during COVID-19 serves as a guide to help you learn about large- and small-scale agriculture, the relationship between diet and health, and the social and cultural implications of the food system....
Poised to respond to future unknowns of the COVID-19 pandemic, NatureSweet Tomatoes is taking wide-ranging actions to support its associates, their families and communities....
Plant-based impact
The article mentions Equitable Food Initiative (EFI) as a helpful resource to improve the collective impact of our eating habits on the earth and the people around us. "An organization that do great work to help consumers make ethical consumption"....
The monthly publication highlighted the Equitable Food Initiative's (EFI) certification program and rigorous agricultural standards. In the cover story "Fairness in Farming" they took an in-depth look at our mission to improve working conditions for agricultural workers, provide healthier fresh...
EFI grants its first certification to an operation in the "salad bowl of the world."...
Webinar Food Supply Continuity
This webinar explores the challenges of continuity of food supply while striking a balance worker safety....
Rainier fruit
The US fruit producer has begun the process of certifying with the Equitable Food Initiative....
Food Safety News Article: Coronavirus and farmworkersa
Food Safety News wrote about how the coronavirus pandemic is putting things into a new light. Consumers are beginning to realize that agricultural workers are indeed essential workers....
EFI celebrates its 5th anniversary providing workforce development programs for the fresh industry....
Tom Karst interviews Vic Smith and Peter O'Driscoll about the impacts of COVID-19 on business, the workforce and how training and development has helped lead a quick response....