Sustainable Agriculture: The Growth in Popularity and Our Efforts

Consumers are becoming more conscious of where their food comes from and how it is produced, leading to a greater demand for sustainably produced goods. Concerns about food safety and environmental sustainability have driven the popularity of organic, locally grown, and fair-trade products as people become more aware of their carbon footprint. 

One of the critical reasons for the growing popularity of sustainability in agriculture is the increasing recognition of the negative impacts of conventional farming methods, such as greenhouse emissions. According to the Environmental Defense Fund, U.S. agriculture can cut annual emissions by 23%. 

B&W Quality Growers has been farming responsibly since 1870, and as the world continues to change, our sustainability practices must reflect this paralleled growth. Some of the ways we grow sustainably include:

• Our farming follows a seasonal rotation, allowing our 8 farms to recharge naturally with the sun. 
• We’re focused on an improved soil structure with higher microbial activity. 
• We’ve reduced chemical usage on our farms by over 50% in the past 10 years. 
• All of our waterbeds have a recirculation system which creates net zero water waste. 
• Our use of drones reduced water usage from 30 gallons per acre to 2 gallons per acre. 
• Our product is wash water treated with peroxyl acetic acid, which breaks down into CO2 and water. 
• All B&W product bags are formed from recycled materials and are recyclable. 
• All B&W shipping boxes are recyclable. 
• All of our outdoor lights are now LED, and we’re in the process of bringing the energy-saving indoors. 
• Print and paper materials have been significantly reduced by switching to digital materials such as digital PDFs, emails, QR cords, and more.

Technology plays a pivotal role in our ability to lean into more sustainable practices. VP of Farming Operations Cesar Rosero said, “The planet is changing faster than ever before, bringing a new set of challenges with it. We need to be able to keep up.” 

Sustainability in agriculture has become a widely discussed topic in recent years as people have become more aware of the impact of conventional farming practices on the environment, society, and economy. The concept of sustainability in agriculture revolves around meeting the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. Promoting sustainability in agriculture can help ensure a more resilient and healthy food system for current and future generations.

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Author: Hailey Dolan is a marketing and communications professional with a passion for storytelling.