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I'm asking you to support the Florida FFA Association and the future of agriculture on Give FFA Day Mark Your Calendar for Thursday, Feb. 22 This Give FFA Day, make a difference by supporting the next generation of agricultural leaders. With matching donations from RFD-TV, American Family Insurance, and John Deere, your impact is doubled from the very first contribution. It’s a powerful way to contribute to the future of agriculture. Focus on Florida: A Collective Effort This year, we're highlighting the collective efforts of FFA members in Florida, where projects range from community gardens to innovative agricultural technology initiatives. Each project not only provides valuable skills to our youth but also addresses real-world challenges in agriculture and our communities. Your support fuels these initiatives, enabling growth, learning, and development. How You Can Make a Difference: - Spread the Word: Share this post to increase awareness. Engage your network by sharing why supporting the FFA is important to you. Have you witnessed the impact of FFA in your community or industry? - Donate with Purpose: When making your donation, choosing Florida as your state of choice broadens the reach of your support. It's an action that empowers FFA members across the state to continue their invaluable work. Our Goal Together, we aim to support the dreams and projects of young agricultural leaders. Your donation today can help us reach our fundraising goal, ensuring that Florida FFA Association have the resources they need to succeed. Every contribution, no matter its size, is a step towards a more sustainable and vibrant future for agriculture. Contribute Here and Now: https://lnkd.in/gwEKmF5 Your support of the Florida FFA Association helps shape the future of agriculture. Let's invest in the leaders of tomorrow, today. #FFAWeek24 #GiveFFADay #SupportAg #FutureOfAgriculture #FloridaFFA

Rivers and streams, and the aquatic life and tribal fisheries relying on them, are facing more challenges than over in the face of climate change. Help WWT make a difference to protect our waters, now and in the future !https://lnkd.in/gvWD-PaR

It might shock people to learn that it costs more than $350,000 each year to operate our markets. From permit fees to portalet rentals, market expenses aren’t exactly the most exciting things to talk about; but the costs are significant for a market of our scale. To keep the market affordable for small-scale, local farmers, vendor fees cover only half of the costs to operate the market. Remaining expenses are funded through charitable contributions made by community members like you. We just learned we will be able to open our markets a month early — but we need your help to make it happen. Join our community of Green City Market Growers today with a monthly or one-time donation: bit.ly/gcmgrowers. If every person who reads this becomes a GCM Grower by giving $25/month, together, we could fully fund this work for the entire year before the season even starts. That’s less than $1 a day to build a more resilient, sustainable food system alongside our farmers. #greencitymarket #donate #sustainability #agriculture #farming #chicagostrong

#ProudToBeAGCO 🌱💧 In the wake of the catastrophic floods in South Brazil, AGCO’s commitment to community and sustainability shines brighter than ever. Watch the video below to witness AGCO’s impactful support: - Community Aid: Over 300 AGCO employees faced the loss of their homes. - Volunteer Force: More than 200 AGCO employees have stepped forward as volunteers, providing aid to over 4,000 individuals from the local communities. - Generous Contributions: A staggering 500+ tons of donations have been collected, thanks to the overwhelming generosity of contributors. - Nourishment for All: Daily meal provisions have reached up to 2,700 people, ensuring sustenance amidst adversity. - Resource Allocation: AGCO has generously offered its equipment and logistical support to bolster volunteer efforts and streamline the distribution of donations. - Philanthropic Support: The AGCO Foundation has made a significant donation of $100,000 to the Brazil Foundation, furthering the cause of relief and recovery. - Employee Support Fund: An additional fund has been established, encouraging AGCO employees to contribute towards the rebuilding efforts. The road to recovery continues, and your support is invaluable. Join us in aiding the reconstruction efforts in Rio Grande do Sul—a region spanning an area nearly 80% the size of Germany (!). Every contribution, big or small, plays a crucial part in this humanitarian endeavor. 👨❤️💋👨 🤜 🤛 A heartfelt THANK YOU goes out to everyone involved in this monumental project. Your dedication to putting people first and leveraging time, resources, and expertise to assist those in need is truly commendable. #AGCOStrong 💪 #CommunitySupport 🤝 #SustainabilityInAction 🌍

The FAM industry contributes significantly to charitable efforts aimed at feeding the hungry and addressing food insecurity. Here are some ways the industry gives back: 1. Food Donations: Company donate surplus food products to food banks, shelters, and other organizations that help feed the hungry. 2. Hunger Relief Programs: Company partner with organizations to support hunger relief initiatives. 3. Food Waste Reduction: The industry implements initiatives to reduce food waste throughout the supply chain, ensuring more food reaches those in need. . These charitable efforts demonstrate the FAM industry commitment to addressing hunger and food insecurity, making a positive impact on communities worldwide.

Can someone help me estimate the TRUE cost of this broccoli for our local farmers, community, and environment? The journey of moldy broccoli from Mexico: The broccoli was bought in bulk at a very low cost. It passed through at least four warehouses (Mexico, California, Philadelphia, Northeastern PA) before it was "expected" to fight hunger. 🌍🚛 However, the broccoli did not feed people. The organization sent it to a hog farm. This process steals resources from the food pantry, yet the charitable food system claims the food as served and CO2e saved. It's time to consider the broader impact of the charitable food system and support sustainable, local solutions. 🌱🌽 #FoodDignityMovement #FoodDignity #FoodasPower #SustainableFoodSystem #FoodSustainability #FoodFreedom #FoodEquity #NewSystem #SystemChange #SupportLocalFarmers #responsiblespending

❔❔Did You Know....❔❔ Our donations are made possible because of the food rescue programs larger organizations like Midwest Food Bank manage so that we can feed our community. 🌿 Donated items come in the form of: Close-dated items: Products that are close to their expiration date and don't have enough time to reach store shelves. Overruns: Extra products made beyond what was forecasted, often cheaper to keep the production line running. Mislabeled items: Products with packaging errors, like missing ingredients or allergen information. Relabeling is too costly, but we have the volunteer resources to repack and relabel these items. Damaged or discontinued goods: Items with damaged packaging or products that are no longer sold in stores. -Midwest Food Bank: How Midwest Food Bank and Our Partners Fight Food Waste Together You can donate too! Help us out by visiting https://lnkd.in/eq_RtUVy for more information.🥖🐟

Farmers, now is the time to think about Crop Gifting! 🌾 Gifting crops to a nonprofit you love can have greater tax advantage than post-sale cash donations. This is because federal, state and self-employment taxes are also not assessed on the value of the donated crop. Learn more in this short video ↓

The economy, ecological disasters, humanitarian crises, and more have made this a challenging year for everyone, and the farm animal rescues at West Place Animal Sanctuary are not immune to rising prices and the far-reaching impacts of climate change and conflict. I know there are many worthy causes to support, and if you have room to include farm animal welfare among your year-end philanthropic priorities, it is greatly appreciated. No one can do it alone. It takes all of us and donations of all amounts will be matched, doubling your impact! https://lnkd.in/eq7fhksQ #fortheanimals

♻️ It's #FoodWasteActionWeek, so we're looking at how businesses can tackle food waste. Head over to the blog for our top tips, including... ✅ anaerobic digestion ✅ composting ✅ charitable donations 👇 https://lnkd.in/dFFfbn9M #foodwaste #foodwastetips #foodwasteprevention #recycling