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Virtual Conference: Why Prescribing Sustainable Herbs Matters

The event is sponsored by sponsored by ABC’s Sustainable Herbs Program and The Herbal Alliance (UK).

April 10, 2023

On April 27, 2023, ABC’s Sustainable Herbs Program and the Herbal Alliance are partnering to host Why Prescribing Sustainable Herbs Matters. Ann Armbrecht, Ph.D., and Sebastian Pole will facilitate conversations that explore the relationship among sustainable sourcing, high-quality botanical ingredients, and clinical efficacy

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Naturally Informed Education

We Can’t Be Well Until the Planet is Well

Anthropologist Ann Armbrecht, Ph.D., Director at Sustainable Herbs Program, discusses the role of the botanical industry in a time of environmental crisis.

March 21, 2023

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

In this keynote session from the Naturally Informed educational event Reimagining Botanicals: Mastering the Market, writer and anthropologist Ann Armbrecht, Ph.D., Director at Sustainable Herbs Program, discusses the role of the botanical industry in a time of environmental crisis.

Healing Plant Actives: The Power is in the Whole

February 27, 2023

Maggie Jaqua, Content Director

In this educational session from the Naturally Informed virtual event Reimagining Botanicals: Mastering the Market, Master Herbalist Paul Schulick explores healing plant actives, with a look at how to harmonize your microbiome and immune system with phytoactive synergy.

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Making a Move to Regenerative Farming

December 22, 2022

Anand Swaroop

While organic farming avoids the use of pesticides and herbicides and can incorporate practices to help soil health, such as crop rotation and cover crops, regenerative agriculture focuses on rebuilding topsoil, restoring ecosystems, and revitalizing communities. As a result, regenerative agriculture helps to mitigate climate change and provides financial benefits...

FFAR, TOC Award $627K in Projects Advancing Organic Agriculture

November 23, 2022

Maggie Jaqua, Content Director

Washington, D.C.—The Organic Center (TOC) and the Foundation for Food & Agriculture Research (FFAR) are awarding of $627,000 to support research and solutions to advance organic agriculture. The money will go to six projects that will move organic farming forward with much-needed training, technical support, and innovative climate research, according to a press release.

Strategies for Combating World Hunger and Declining Nutrient Density in a Changing Climate

October 19, 2022

Ajinder Plahey

Climate change continues to increase the concentration of carbon dioxide in our atmosphere, leading to greater plant productivity during photosynthesis. As a result, one might assume that this increased growth will help meet the nutritional demands of a burgeoning world population. However, the full story is far more complex. Plants...

Natural Grocers & Beyond Pesticides Honor Organic Month

September 1, 2022

Rebecca Viscomi

Lakewood, CO—In conjunction with Organic Month, Natural Grocers is partnering with Beyond Pesticides to celebrate all things organic. The campaign aligns with Natural Grocers' belief that organic farmers, producers, and retailers can improve human health and the health of the environment. Jay Feldman, Executive Director of Beyond Pesticides, spoke on the importance of...

“Harsh Reality Check” as Consumers Face Concerns of Extreme Weather

August 25, 2022

Maggie Jaqua, Content Director

All around the world, people are worried. What used to be a fringe concern is now a top global issue, with fears over climate change escalating. According to the 2022 Mintel Consulting Sustainability Barometer, the number of global consumers who now cite climate change as a top three environmental concern...

Lighting the Way on Social and Environmental Sustainability

August 23, 2022

Maggie Jaqua, Content Director

WholeFoods Magazine invited companies in the natural products industry to showcase how they are going above and beyond with their environmental and social sustainability efforts. Read on for the latest efforts from companies throughout the supply chain (listed in alphabetical order), and get a glimpse at their goals for a...

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Dr. Bronner's Releases Sustainability, Green Report

August 19, 2022

WholeFoods Magazine Staff

Vista, CA—Dr. Bronner’s has released its eighth annual All-One! Report, which describes the company’s philanthropic efforts, environmental impact, and developments from 2021. The initiative was named “Leading with Heart.” In addition to outlining Dr. Bronner's support for activist efforts, this year's report gives an overview of the brand’s international donations through...