Across New York State, farmers play an important role not only in producing nutritious food, but also in caring for the land, water, and wildlife that surround their farms. Many farms are...
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Earth Day and New York Dairy: Caring for the Land That Cares for Us
Each year on April 22, Earth Day reminds us of the importance of protecting our natural resources for future generations. For New York’s dairy farmers, that commitment isn’t limited to one...
New York Farms, Guaranteeing Food’s Future.
New York's dairy, beef, hog, and poultry farmers are at the forefront of integrating sustainable practices. Ensuring safe, nutritious food production for families across the state and beyond. These...
An All-Natural Fertilizer: Sustainably Nourishing Crops and Gardens
When it comes to growing healthy, thriving crops and gardens, many gardeners are turning to a time-honored, eco-friendly solution: livestock manure. Farmers have been using manure to replenish and...
Part 2: How Northeast Farmers Are Leading the Way in Sustainable Livestock Farming
In Part 1, we explored the broader conversation around livestock farming’s climate impact and the misconceptions surrounding it. Now, in Part 2, we’ll dive into the innovative strategies Northeast...
Part 1: Debunking the Myths of Livestock and Climate Impact
Critics often spotlight animal agriculture while underestimating emissions from fossil fuels, transportation, and deforestation. Globally, livestock farming accounts for approximately 14.5% of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, according to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). However, in the United States, agriculture contributes only about 10-12% of total emissions, with animal agriculture accounting for just 4% (EPA) and dairy contributing just 2% of total emissions.
A Year in Review: Sustainable Practices in New York Farming
As we wrap up another harvest season in New York, it’s important to reflect on the sustainable practices farmers use throughout the year to keep their farms productive while protecting the...
Farmers Utilize FARM Program
Farmers Assuring Responsible Management (FARM) is an aptly named program and an even more suitable acronym! FARM has been responding to the needs of our dairy industry for over a decade now by...
Efficiency and Sustainability: New York Farmers’ Approach
In the lush landscapes of New York, farmers in the animal agriculture industry are not just tending to their livestock; they are stewards of the land, architects of sustainability, and pioneers of...
U.S. Dairy Advances Journey to Net Zero Carbon Emissions by 2050
U.S. Dairy Advances Journey to Net Zero Carbon Emissions by 2050 By: Theresa Sweeny-MurphyIn 2020 the U.S. dairy industry established industry-wide 2050 environmental stewardship goals to...
