Understanding Fresh Produce's Carbon Footprint

OVERVIEW

How can growers begin to measure and manage fresh produce’s carbon footprint? Alison Edwards, Director of the Stewardship Index for Specialty Crops, and Dr. Adam Chambers, a scientist with USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), explain where we’re at and give insight on the next steps to help offer science-based, data-driven tools so growers can be part of the climate solution.

Course Requirements

This course consists of 4 modules. Each module has a set of learning objectives that highlight the key takeaways of the course.

You must complete a quiz at the end of the last module and receive a grade of 70% or higher. Upon completion of this program, you will be awarded a certificate of achievement in Fresh Produce’s Carbon Footprint, brought to you by PMG and The Packer. You can retake the quiz as needed.

Course Features

Lectures 4
Questions 10
Duration 0.5 h (approx)

COURSE OUTLINE
- Module 1: Introduction: What to expect in this course
  
  1 min.
- Module 2: What is the grower’s role in measuring fresh produce’s carbon footprint?
  
  1 min.
- Module 3: How growers can begin to benchmark their sustainability efforts
  
  1 min.
- Module 4: Measuring the on-farm aspect of fresh produce’s carbon footprint
  
  1 min.