Knowledge Archives

April 22, 2025

Protecting the Planet Starts in the Soil

Each year, Earth Day reminds us that the health of our planet begins with the choices we make — not just what we consume, but how it’s produced. One of the most impactful, often overlooked solutions starts right beneath our feet: the soil. Organic farming is more than a food trend — it’s a proven approach to restoring soil, protecting biodiversity, and reducing our environmental footprint. Whether you're a conscious consumer or a business invested in sustainability, choosing organic is a step toward protecting the planet from the ground up.

April 22, 2024

Enhancing Sustainability: Nitrogen Management and Cover Crops in Organic Farming

Organic farming, rooted in ecological and biological principles, offers a pathway toward sustainable agriculture. By adopting nitrogen management practices and integrating cover crops, farmers can not only enhance soil health but also contribute significantly to reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

January 3, 2024

Soil: Shaped by Nature, Serving Humanity, and Deserving of Appreciation

Growing up on a mixed farm in Saskatchewan (SK) offered plenty of opportunities to connect with soil, however, Dr. Andrew Hammermeister had little recognition of how valuable our soil resource was. Read about soil health from Dr. Andrew Hammermeister!

August 15, 2023

Making the connection between organic farming, climate change, and the social & environmental justice movement

When I joined Nature’s Path Organic Foods in 2016, I signed up for something bigger than just making delicious organic food or managing environmental projects; I joined a team with a purpose of “always leaving the earth, communities and team members better than they found them”.

July 11, 2023

Showcasing and Trailing Regional Seed for Seed Security in Canada

Biodiversity, locally available and regionally adapted seed are key to resiliency on organic farms. In this month's edition, Steph Hughes explores the story behind organic seeds and The Bauta Family Initiative on Canadian Seed Security.

June 6, 2023

Coping with Farming Stress: Research Findings

May is Mental Health Awareness Month in Canada. Covid has highlighted the importance of good mental health and its impact on our physical well-being. In this month’s issue of BuzzBuilder, learn what researchers discovered about stressors on farmers and their coping strategies.

April 27, 2023

Sacred Ecology

“Green is not a paint, it is a process.” - Dr. Vandana Shiva

April 12, 2023

Women in Organic

Farmer. Farm wife. Farmher. The title and role of women in farming has been defined and redefined, as women have struggled to assert their rights as people and claim their rightful dues in the respect accorded to the work of producing the food that nourishes us.

February 22, 2023

Innovation: Organic Agriculture

In celebration of Canada’s Agriculture Day 2023