5 Ways You Can Support Farmers (Besides Shopping at Farmer’s Markets!)
In August, we celebrate National Farmer’s Market Week, a holiday proclaimed by United States Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack. Search data shows consumers also love this topic, with the phrase “farm market near me” ranking extremely high on the scale. There are almost 9,000 markets across the country, and more frequently, grocery stores are carrying […]
Top Five Benefits Farmers Get from Working with Merge Impact
Today, 28% of farmers are implementing practices to reduce their operation’s carbon footprint, and 17% are evaluating their options. While many farmers know about sustainable farming practices, holistic adoption across practices is less than 50 percent. (source here). This is unfortunate, because efforts from farmers could lead to higher levels of soil health, nutrient density […]