Aelius LED’s Post

The 2018 Farm Bill expired over six months ago, and the next one is still many conversations away. What’s the hold-up? In our latest blog post, farmer and Pasa's Farm Bill Campaign Organizer Lindsey Shapiro spells out how the farm safety net is one of the principal fault lines facing members of Congress, why the current farm safety net is neither environmentally nor financially sustainable, and ways we can convince Congress to rethink the farm safety net status quo. 📣 Learn more and take action at https://lnkd.in/ekQSqc9g. . . . #FarmBill #FarmLaw #farmbusiness #SustainableAgriculture #regenerativefarming #regenag #smallfarm #sustainablefarming #farmsafetynet

Introducing one of the six 2024 #Experimental Acres projects - liquid manure application using a dragline, conducted by Wade Deaken of Appinbrook Farms Ltd. near Elmwood in Grey County, Ontario. 🌱 This project involves surface application of liquid manure with a dragline after the first cut haylage is removed. It aims to remove headland crop damage and compaction from tankers, which is currently how they apply liquid manure, because typically, the headland does very poorly for second cut after tire traffic. The test area includes 40 acres of hay ground. About Grey County's Experimental Acres program: The Grey County Experimental Acres program supports local farmers in piloting new, regenerative practices to improve yield, soil health and overall sustainability. This year’s six selected projects range from 1 to 50 acres, including intercropping (more than one crop in the same field), rotational grazing, using wool pellets as a soil amendment, and more! Since 2023, the County of Grey has supported pilot projects on 12 farms, directly impacting practices on 175 acres of farmland and helping advance Going Green in Grey, the County’s Climate Action Plan. Thank you to Grey Agricultural Services for partnering on this initiative! Check out the full farm profiles at: https://lnkd.in/e66wsnTj

At Outward Farms, we’re redefining what it means to farm with purpose—ethically, sustainably, and through continuous innovation. Our ladies-first approach gives our hens the freedom to roam, forage, and thrive in an environment designed for their well-being. We’re committed to pushing the boundaries of land stewardship and community care, creating a better future for farming. When our hens are thriving, the results are eggs you can trust—produced with transparency, care, and sustainability at the core. This is more than just farming; it’s a movement toward a better, more responsible way of producing food. Join us on this journey—farming, reimagined. 🌿🥚 https://lnkd.in/e2vwagCr #OutwardFarms #OhioEggs #SustainableFarming #LadiesFirst #TransparencyInFarming #SupportLocalFarmers #OhioProud #EthicalAgriculture #FarmInnovation #SustainableAgriculture

Ensuring that our sourcing practices are ethical is not only a top priority for us, but also for governments, lenders, customers, and consumers. For Red River Foods, #EthicalSourcing is at the core of everything we do. Some ways that we make it a priority include: ➡️ Improving the livelihoods of farmers by training on Good Agricultural Practices (GAP) ➡️ Launching pilots on beekeeping, intercropping, and juicing to diversify farmer income ➡️ Promoting Regenerative Agriculture ➡️ Creating safe and decent labor conditions Learn more about our mission and how we ethically source our products: https://hubs.ly/Q02DdCmH0 #communitydevelopment #farming

I want more people to know about Mountain Rose Herbs. Not just for their products (which are world-class in quality), but also for the way they care for people, plants & the planet. This is the way! #TripleBottomLine #SustainableBusiness

What if smarter decisions today could boost your farm's productivity and sustainability for years to come? Check out how Aussie farmers are cutting emissions and saving money through better land management in this ABC article: https://lnkd.in/gYZZ5JZ2 Are you making the most of your land? With FarmMap4D, you can track grazing, plan infrastructure, and make informed decisions that boost productivity and sustainability. Our tool simplifies farm management, allowing you to focus on what matters most—your land and your future 🌱 https://lnkd.in/gM9jt3Ww #AussieGraziers #AussieFarmers #FarmManagement #SustainableFarming #AgTech #FarmMap4D

In the past few years, the popularity of carbon farming as diversification has risen for landholders. While it’s still sometimes a contentious discussion, more and more farmers are entering the sphere and reaping the financial benefits. But even as the field becomes more stable, the length of the projects means not a single project has run it’s course, and therefore some of the legalities have no precendent. Georgina Lamond from Moin Morris Schaefer spoke to me for Growing Country to outline what landholders should know when considering entering the carbon space. #carbonfarming #GrowingCountry #diversification

There's something special about working with an organisation whose values truly drive its business decisions. It means partnering with inspiring clients, taking on meaningful projects, and actively contributing to ecosystem restoration. Purpose meets practice. 🌱

The Australian Carbon Farming Industry Roadmap offers a framework for advancing environmental stewardship and economic prosperity. By embracing carbon farming, we can drive positive change while creating opportunities for communities across Australia. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/g-2pftme

Great article emphasizing an important point: with climate change making severe weather more common and industrial farming squeezing margins integrating solar is a key strategy to ensure the survival of the small/medium sized farm. Second point that the article doesn’t make -agrivoltaics (or solar above farming) allows for continued agricultural production offering an elegant solution to the food/fuel debate. Only 15% of farmers have incorporated renewable energy on their farms according to the last farm census so there is plenty of opportunity for growth that will help meet our decarbanization goals in a way that enhances grazing land or food production if done right. #agrivoltaics #landuse #solar #farming