New Sustainability Tools Benefit Greenhouse and Nursery Producers

May 31, 2012 | Food Alliance

News Release – Portland, OR – Food Alliance (FA), a national non-profit and experienced certifier of sustainability claims in agriculture, launches three tools for greenhouse and nursery producers who are committed to managing for operational, environmental, and social excellence.

1) The FA Sustainability Standard for Nursery and Greenhouse Production provides a comprehensive definition to guide nursery and greenhouse operators in achieving greater sustainability. Read More

Sustainable Food Supply Continues Growth in Sluggish Economy

March 1, 2012 | Food Alliance

News Release – (Portland, OR) – Food Alliance recently published an updated list of food and farm products certified to its Sustainability Standards for Agricultural Production and Food Handling Operations. 46 new farms and food handling operations became certified in 2011, representing a 15% annual increase.

“There are now nearly 100 companies marketing thousands of Food Alliance Certified products throughout the United States and Canada” said Executive Director Scott Exo. Read More