In partnership with New Seasons Market, Zero Foodprint has opened the application process for its Restore NW Grant, representing a joint commitment to environmental stewardship and advancing a sustainable food economy.
The Restore NW program provides funding for a range of climate-smart agricultural practices, including compost applications, cover crops, managed grazing and hedgerow plantings.
Oregon and Washington farmers and ranchers can apply for up to $25,000 to implement projects with benefits such as improved water efficiency and biodiversity, reduced carbon emissions, enriched soil health and agricultural resiliency.
“We’re at a pivotal moment in the fight against climate change, and it’s more important than ever to support the dedicated farmers and ranchers at the frontline of creating a more sustainable future,” said Athena Petty, New Seasons Market’s senior manager of sustainability.
“Through the Restore NW Grant, we aim to empower these critical members of our food system to implement practices that benefit the environment and enhance the resilience and sustainability of their operations.”
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Anthony Myint, executive director of Zero Foodprint, welcomed the collaboration.
“By aligning resources and shared values, the Restore NW Grant empowers the incredible stewards of our agricultural landscapes,” he said. “Zero Foodprint is dedicated to scaling up solutions that have tangible positive impacts on the environment, and we believe this grant will catalyze significant progress towards that goal.”
A portion of New Seasons Market’s Partner Brand sales, a “private label with a purpose,” contribute to the Partner Fund, which provides financing for the grocer’s investment in the Restore NW Grant.
To apply for the grant or for more information on eligibility and the application process, visit zerofoodprint.org/apply. Interested and eligible applicants must submit their proposals by Feb. 19.
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