November 1 marks the celebration of World Vegan Day and the wrap-up of Vegan Awareness Month (October). This is just one of many national day celebrations throughout the year to promote a chosen diet or lifestyle when vegan myths are shared online. As someone who eats a plant-based diet, I always find these types of … Continue reading Addressing Vegan Myths with Advocacy
Runners and Ranchers Seeking to Save the Environment
Each morning, I often find myself brewing a cup of coffee and settling into my recliner for a few minutes of peace and quiet over the morning news. I'll often grab one of the recent editions of my favorite running magazines and reading a few columns to start my day. (How old do those sentences … Continue reading Runners and Ranchers Seeking to Save the Environment
3 Ways To Reduce Environmental Impact Instead of Eliminating Meat
Tis the season for awards shows and Hollywood red carpet glam. Fans will gather around their screens to watch celebrities in the latest fashion glam up for the broadcast and make acceptance speeches that will be talked about in media outlets across the board. The Golden Globes kicks off the season of award shows, and … Continue reading 3 Ways To Reduce Environmental Impact Instead of Eliminating Meat
Celebrate Earth Day and Reduce Food Waste
There are not many things more frustrating in the kitchen than having to toss food that was perfectly good - had I eaten it in time. That has been a constant struggle as I find myself on the road a majority of the time for work and my odd running excursions. Scheduling grocery runs between … Continue reading Celebrate Earth Day and Reduce Food Waste
Livestock’s Long Shadow and Greenhouse Gas Emissions
In 2006, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) released a report titled Livestock's Long Shadow: Environmental Issues and Options. The report aimed to assess the total environmental impact of global livestock and determined this sector of agriculture is among the world's top contributors to negative environmental impacts, including Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions. Greenhouse … Continue reading Livestock’s Long Shadow and Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Open Lands Contributions by Livestock
Much of what we love about the western states involves open lands. Both private and public ownership of millions of acres make up these open spaces where we can enjoy wildlife, big skies, and the last remaining wide-open country. Do livestock and farming operations contribute to retaining these open lands? I decided to tackle this topic … Continue reading Open Lands Contributions by Livestock
Fishing and Rancher Water Conservation
When anglers think of clean water and access to fishing, do they often consider the conservation work by ranchers that make those opportunities possible? I decided to tackle this topic briefly for my column last week on the Rocky Boots blog. Give it a read. While many environmental conservation groups consider 'natural' to be leaving … Continue reading Fishing and Rancher Water Conservation
Measuring Livestock Contributions To Greenhouse Gas Emissions
During recent years, activists have taken to placing blame for increasing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions on livestock farming. Claims are that beef and dairy cattle, swine and poultry are greater contributors to increasing GHG levels than transportation. A frequently cited source of these claims are documentary projects like Cowspiracy and Food Inc. As we approach the … Continue reading Measuring Livestock Contributions To Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Sustainable Ranching with World Wildlife Fund | Agriculture Proud Podcast 007
Image via World Wildlife Fund Happy Earth Day this week! I hope you celebrate by sharing more about the work our farmers and ranchers are doing to conserve our environment and be more sustainable in maintaining our open spaces. On Episode 7 of the Agriculture Proud Podcast I feature a conservation group you may have … Continue reading Sustainable Ranching with World Wildlife Fund | Agriculture Proud Podcast 007
Agriculture Celebrates Trees on Earth Day 2016
On Friday, April 22, communities around the globe with be celebrating Earth Day 2016. Founded in 1970, this occasion raises awareness of environmental causes, such as conservation, stewardship and sustainability - three principles agriculture communities participate in on a regular basis. This year's Earth Day theme is "Trees For The Earth" and encourages people to plant trees … Continue reading Agriculture Celebrates Trees on Earth Day 2016