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Rodale Institute is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to growing the regenerative organic agriculture movement through rigorous research, farmer training, and education. Its groundbreaking science and direct farmer-support programs serve as a catalyst for change in farming and food production worldwide.
Donate $1, $5, or $10 to Rodale Institute at the registers.
During the month of September, we invite our customers to donate to Rodale Institute at all Natural Grocers® locations to help support the next generation of regenerative organic farmers.
For every Ladybug Zip Pouch purchased at $2.99 Natural Grocers will donate $2 to Rodale Institute.
Purchase a limited-edition Organic Month reusable tote bag, Natural Grocers will donate $1 to Rodale Institute.
For more than 75 years, Rodale Institute has been putting science behind the best practices in organic agriculture proving that healthy soil=healthy food=healthy people. With over 25 active research projects across 7 sites, Rodale Institute has been the leading voice in developing solutions for the regenerative organic agriculture movement. Rodale Institute’s research focus areas include developing organic solutions to pests, disease and weeds, mitigating and adapting to climate change, and growing nutrient dense foods.
In the United States, organic sales have topped nearly $70 billion annually, and continue to grow. Yet less than 1% of U.S. cropland is certified organic. We have a need for more organic farmers, from beginners to seasoned professionals. Today, there are 6x as many farmers over 65 as under 35. The time is now to invest in the future of organic agriculture. That’s why Rodale Institute is helping farmers transition to organic and training the next generation of organic leaders.
Every year, Rodale Institute welcomes a select group of students to their headquarters to train for careers in organic agriculture. Farmer trainees focus on growing their farming skills both in the classroom and in the fields.
These highly immersive, full-time programs allow anyone to begin a career in organic crop and vegetable production. Students learn financial skills, soil science, digital marketing and botany, coupled with hands-in-the-soil applications, learning on a world-renowned experimental farm. Students work alongside Rodale Institute farmers to grow organic produce for farm shares and farmers’ markets, learning how to process, distribute and sell healthy, organic food as a successful business.
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