As 2024 comes to a close, I’m reminded that sustainability isn’t a buzzword — it’s a way of doing business and is, and will be, integral to any business's long-term success.

Field Days are more than networking events; they are catalysts for change. These gatherings help stakeholders navigate challenges like climate variability, market demands, and regulatory shifts, ensuring agriculture remains viable and vibrant.

This rolling calendar highlights some of the best sustainability events, conferences, and workshops tailored to the fresh produce sector. 

Completing this year’s surveys is the perfect time to reflect on the process, learn from this years’ experience, and set yourself up for an even stronger reporting cycle in 2025.

By committing to sustainable practices, we not only protect the land and resources that nourish us today, but we also safeguard the future of food production. Together, we can build a healthier, more resilient system that benefits both people and the planet.

Understanding EPR has become essential for brands producing or distributing goods with plastic or other packaging materials. In this quickly evolving space, we’re here to provide an overview on EPR to help you get started. 

How2Recycle provides a comprehensive labeling system that guides consumers on how to dispose of packaging materials properly. Learn more about the latest updates to labeling recyclables.

Does implementing a sustainability program feel daunting? Then you'll want to read our top three tips for advancing your sustainability efforts with greater ease.

What's happening in the world of produce & sustainability? Check out this month's update with insights on pollinator protection, upcoming events, and more.

Retail giants like Walmart, Costco, Aldi, and Kroger have set clear expectations for their suppliers, and they’ve shifted from asking for sustainability to requiring it. This isn’t just another checkbox—it’s an opportunity to align with your biggest customers...

While there is no universal definition of regenerative agriculture, at its core, it moves beyond the idea of “doing no harm” to a more dynamic approach that includes mitigating climate change...

North Bay Produce announced that the cooperative is working on a comprehensive sustainability strategy focusing on climate-smart agriculture, reducing plastic packaging and engaging growers in environmental stewardship...

Measure to Improve announced a partnership with SQFI on a new Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Addendum...

Although sustainability has become crucial and a top priority for the fresh produce industry, it is still an often misunderstood concept. At its core, we define sustainability using…

Sustainable agriculture is a comprehensive approach that seeks to balance environmental health, economic profitability, and social equity.

The Partnerships for Climate Smart Commodities (PCSC) initiative combines $3 billion in USDA funding with more than $1 billion in investments to pay farmers to adopt climate-friendly practices...

Measure to Improve, the fresh produce industry’s go-to sustainability experts, is excited to announce the collaboration with SQFI on a new...

Measure to Improve is excited to announce the collaboration with SQFI on a new SQF Sustainability Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Addendum for Pollinator Protection…

Watch the replay of the “Pollinator Protection: Enhancing Farm Sustainability and Productivity” webinar hosted by GLOBALG.A.P. North America.

The Potato Sustainability Alliance (PSA) works at the intersection of growers, processors, and buyers to define, measure, and advance sustainability for the entire potato value chain.