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PROTECT AND CONSERVE WATER RESOURCES
- Utilizing linear irrigation drip systems versus overhead sprinkler systems reduces electricity and water usage by 50%
- All water used in drip irrigation is system is filtered
- Collection ponds are used for all water falling on the farm – protecting local streams
PROTECT AND ENHANCE SOIL
- “No till” farming method – which is less destructive to the environment and better for the soil is used a majority of the year
- Utilize crop rotation to build necessary organic nutrients in the soil
- All fields are subjected to tissue samples to determine only the nutrients needed for the plants applied – no more and no less
- Minimal commercial fertilizer
- Organic materials are used in many fields to reduce dust and protect crops
INTEGRATED PEST MANAGEMENT
- Extensive use of bees for proper pollination
- Lady bugs rather than pesticides preferred
- Evaluate and manage native insects and pests that can harm crops
CONSERVE AND ENHANCE WILDLIFE HABITAT
- Improve water quality for wildlife by maintaining streams on and near the farms
- Incorporate and nurture habitat for wildlife to provide food and cover for migratory birds and other wildlife
- Turn excess vegetable matter into silage for animals by recycling into animal feed
- Conduct specialized job training, food safety and other job-related education
- Maintain safe and sanitary facilities for all employees
- Encourage input from employees to continually improve the workplace
SAFE AND FAIR WORKING CONDITIONS PROVIDED FOR EMPLOYEES
GENETICALLY MODIFIED ORGANISMS
- Grow crops from seed varieties developed though conventional breeding techniques
- Separate our crops by distance and time to preserve soil and identity
- Support local farming economies that promote health and a positive global ecosystem
SOLAR POWER
- Controls power costs, and supports the environment
