AGW Press Releases by Year
2024
July 16, 2025
Project partners A Greener World, Rural Advancement Foundation International and Soil Health Institute accepting farmer applications for grant project supporting regenerative farming through September 9th
April 25, 2024
Alabama Farmers Celebrate 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Jan and Rinske de Jong of Working Cows Dairy in Slocomb, Alabama, celebrate 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
2023
November 15, 2023
Project partners A Greener World, Rural Advancement Foundation International and Soil Health Institute now accepting farmer applications for three-year project
September 20, 2023
Respected Gunningham Family Farms is now Certified Animal Welfare Approved and Certified Grassfed for their dairy and beef cattle, sheep and goats and Certified Animal Welfare Approved for their laying hen operation, and will host a Grassroots Festival in February 2024 to promote sustainable agriculture
September 20, 2023
Colorado Farmers Celebrate 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Cynthia and Ira Houseweart of Princess Beef in Hotchkiss, CO, celebrate 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
September 13, 2023
North Carolina Farmer Celebrates 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Ronald Simmons of Master Blend Family Farms in Kenansville, NC, celebrates 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
July 11, 2023
The a2 Milk Company™ Launches World’s First Milk Products Certified Regenerative By A Greener World
The a2 Milk Company’s Grassfed a2 Milk Whole Milk and Grassfed a2 Milk Reduced Fat 2% Milk are certified by A Greener World for regenerative stewardship
July 6, 2023
World’s First Olive Producer Certified Regenerative By A Greener World
Manna Hill Estate is also the first farm in Australia certified by A Greener World for regenerative stewardship
July 6, 2023
First Farm In New York Certified Regenerative By A Greener World For Crop Production
The organic crop production at Kreher Family Farms is now certified by A Greener World for regenerative stewardship
April 27, 2023
Industry and Consumers Responding to Brands that Prioritize High Animal Welfare Standards
March 28, 2023
The project to receive up to $4 million in funding to expand access to regenerative farming markets
2022
November 30, 2022
First Farm In California Certified Regenerative By A Greener World
Park Farming Organics is now certified by A Greener World for regenerative stewardship
November 1, 2022
Zack’s Mighty Launches The World’s First Tortilla Chips Made With Certified Regenerative Corn
Partner farms growing flint corn for Zack’s Mighty tortilla chips are now certified by A Greener World for regenerative stewardship
August 16, 2022
Renowned Certifier Launches Regenerative Certification Program
A Greener World has added Certified Regenerative to its portfolio of respected food labels, offering objective and professional verification for regenerative stewardship
July 28, 2022
Virginia Farmer Celebrates 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
John Whiteside of Wolf Creek Farm in Madison, VA, celebrates 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
July 26, 2022
Virginia Farmer Celebrates 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Jennifer Sisney of Landon Farm in Etlan, VA, celebrates 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
July 26, 2022
Leading Certifier Seeking Qualified Auditor
Nonprofit certifier, A Greener World (AGW), seeks individuals to conduct audits for its respected certification programs
July 13, 2022
Colorado Farmers Celebrate 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Ming and Garry Adams of Canyon of the Ancients Guest Ranch in Cortez, CO, celebrate 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
July 12, 2022
Georgia Farmer Celebrates 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Fred Liebl of Wagon Wheel Ranch in Watkinsville, GA, celebrates 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
April 14, 2022
Global First As UK Farm Receives Regenerative Certification By A Greener World
Challacombe Farm in Devon is the world’s first farm certified by A Greener World for regenerative stewardship
March 18, 2022
Green Dirt Farm In Weston, MO, Wins Best Of Class Award At World Championship Cheese Contest
Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW cheesemaker proves sustainable agriculture produces world-class, award-winning cheese
March 7, 2022
2022 Good Food Awards recognition goes to products Certified Animal Welfare Approved by A Greener World, Certified Non-GMO by AGW and Certified Grassfed by AGW
March 2, 2022
Hart Dairy is now Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW, selected as inaugural participant in AGW’s Certified Regenerative pilot program
February 23, 2022
Sustainable Cattle Farmer Named Top Georgia Producer
Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW farmer, Joseph Egloff of Rocking Chair Ranch, named 2021 Producer of the Year by the Georgia Cattlemen’s Association
2021
November 12, 2021
Oklahoma Farmers Celebrate 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Peter and Diane Dickinson of Shepherd’s Cross Incorporated in Claremore, OK, celebrate 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
September 28, 2021
Georgia Farmers Celebrate 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
The Barron Family of Indian Creek Angus in Carnesville, GA, celebrates 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
September 28, 2021
Washington Farmers Celebrate 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Jessi and Dennis Maurer of Lucky Hook Farm in Moses Lake, WA, celebrate 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
September 16, 2021
North Carolina Farmers Celebrate 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Adam and Brandy Grady of Dark Branch Farms in Kenansville, NC, celebrate 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
September 9, 2021
Florida Farmers Celebrate 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Julia and Wayne Shewchuk of Serenity Acres Farm in Pinetta, FL, celebrate 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
August 25, 2021
Virginia Farmers Celebrate 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Stuart and Patti Rosenberg of Waverly Farms in Burkeville, VA, celebrate 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
August 24, 2021
Sonoma County, CA Ranchers Celebrate 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Steve and Marci Jacobs of J Brand Cattle Company in Rohnert Park, CA, celebrate 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
August 17, 2021
World’s First Certified Non-GMO By AGW Rice
Cahokia Rice verifies production of Certified Non-GMO by AGW rice
July 22, 2021
New York Farmer Celebrates 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Shereen Alinaghian of Ardith Mae Farmstead in Stuyvesant, NY, celebrates 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
July 13, 2021
Certified Animal Welfare Approved By A Greener World Joins Amazon’s Climate Pledge Friendly
Newly included certification makes it easier for Amazon customers to discover and shop for sustainable products
July 6, 2021
Georgia Farmer Celebrates 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Robin Rau of Shelby Acres Farm in Colquitt, GA, celebrates 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
June 3, 2021
Tennessee Farmer Celebrates 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Robert Tucker of Liberty Flat Farm in Greeneville, TN, celebrates 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
April 29, 2021
Renowned Certifier Launches South African Organic Program
A Greener World has added Certified Organic to its portfolio of respected food labels, offering another competitively priced, rigorous certification option
April 13, 2021
Certified Non-GMO Salmon: A Healthy Alternative
Certified Non-GMO by AGW salmon from innovative aquaponics company, Superior Fresh, provides assurance of high-welfare practices with no genetic modification
March 30, 2021
Berea College Farm in Berea, Kentucky, celebrates 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
March 25, 2021
Yarrowhead Farms Market Now Selling Verified High-Welfare, Sustainable Beef From TLC Grassfed Beef
Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW, Certified Grassfed by AGW beef from TLC Grassfed Beef now available at Yarrowhead Farms Market in Carney, Oklahoma
March 23, 2021
Washington Farmer Celebrates 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Greg Newhall of Windy N Ranch in Ellensburg, WA, celebrates 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
March 16, 2021
A Greener World Names Emily Moose As Executive Director
Moose takes the helm of the growing sustainable farming nonprofit following the passing of founding Executive Director, Andrew Gunther
February 26, 2021
Andrew Gunther Remembered As A Sustainable Farming Pioneer And Visionary Leader
One of the world’s leading advocates for farm animal welfare and regenerative agriculture has passed away
February 9, 2021
World’s First Certified Non-GMO By AGW Krauts, Tonics And Salts
Firefly Kitchens verifies products by sourcing Certified Non-GMO by AGW ingredients for organic, wild-fermented foods
January 28, 2021
Oregon Goat Farm Announced As Part Of Pilot Program For New Regenerative Farming Label
Fraga Farmstead Creamery LLC selected for Certified Regenerative by A Greener World pilot cohort
January 25, 2021
2021 Good Food Awards recognition goes to products Certified Animal Welfare Approved by A Greener World
January 14, 2021
New Label For Regenerative Farming Announces First Pilot Farms
Certified Regenerative by A Greener World selects over 50 farms across four continents for its inaugural pilot cohort, with certification expected in the coming year
January 5, 2021
Durham County Farmers Celebrate 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Kathryn Spann and Dave Krabbe of Prodigal Farm in Rougemont, NC, celebrate 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
January 5, 2021
Box Elder County, UT Farmers Celebrate 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Robert and Suzie Radtke of River Rock Family Farm in Willard, UT, celebrate 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
2020
December 9, 2020
Award-Winning Company Offers First Certified Animal Welfare Approved By AGW Ghee
In a move to “upgrade” their supply chain, Ahara Ghee will now source Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW dairy for its clarified cultured butter
November 18, 2020
Siskiyou County, CA Ranchers Celebrate 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Gareth and Millie Plank of Scott River Ranch in Etna, CA, celebrate 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
November 18, 2020
Orange County, NC Farmers Celebrate 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Kimberly and Brian Harry of Minka Farm in Efland, NC, celebrate 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
November 16, 2020
Local farm now accepting reservations for sought-after holiday birds
November 10, 2020
Texas Farmers Celebrate 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
The Bendele family of Grassfield Farm in Hondo, TX, celebrates 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
November 10, 2020
North Carolina Farmer Celebrates 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Roger Harris of South Chestnut Farm in Pittsboro, NC, celebrates 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
October 29, 2020
Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW pasture-raised pork charcuterie from Trails End Ranch, marketed under the Texas Iberico brand, now available at Central Market locations across Texas
October 7, 2020
Washington Farmer Celebrates 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Rhonda Gothberg of Gothberg Farm in Walla Walla, WA, celebrates 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
September 24, 2020
World’s First Certified Non-GMO By AGW Tomato Chutney Now Available In Stores
Certified Non-GMO by AGW tomato chutney from BaBa Foods Co. available at select WA grocers
September 22, 2020
Market Of Choice Is First Oregon Retailer To Offer Certified Animal Welfare Approved By AGW Eggs
AGW-certified pasture-raised eggs from Home Farm Foods now available at Market of Choice in Central Oregon
August 28, 2020
Top National Food Awards Prove Sustainable Farming Equals Great Food
Big Picture Farm in VT wins Gold and Silver at the 2020 sofi™ Awards
August 20, 2020
Georgia farm is supplying Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW, Certified Grassfed by AGW pasture-raised beef sticks to customers across the region
August 18, 2020
La Plata County, CO Ranchers Celebrate 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Dan and Becca James of James Ranch Artisan Cheese in Durango, CO, celebrate 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
August 11, 2020
Bas-Saint-Laurent Farmers Celebrate 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Natalie Chartier and Justin Audet of Le Biscornu in Rimouski, Quebec, celebrate 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
August 6, 2020
Leading International Certifier Announces New Partner Project In India
A Greener World, home of world-leading sustainability certifications, establishes launch team and executive leadership to serve a growing Indian market for ethical foods and beverages
August 4, 2020
Verified high-welfare, pasture-raised sheep’s milk yogurt from Blue Pepper Farm now available through Regional Access
August 4, 2020
Champaign County, IL Farmers Celebrate 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Wes Jarrell and Leslie Cooperband of Prairie Fruits Farm and Creamery in Champaign, IL, celebrate 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
July 29, 2020
Leading Certifier Offering Discount On Non-Gmo Audits
Promotional pricing available for Certified Non-GMO by AGW which guarantees the absence of genetically modified ingredients through testing
July 8, 2020
World’s First Certified Non-Gmo By AGW Tomato Chutney
BaBa Food Co. verifies product by sourcing Certified Non-GMO by AGW ingredients for, preservative-free chutney
June 1, 2020
Zeal Grass Milk is the newest milk brand Certified Animal Welfare Approved by A Greener World! Now available in select Chicagoland stores including Sunset Foods, Sugar Beet Food Co-op—and Fresh Farms
May 6, 2020
NC Restaurateur Reopens For Online Orders And Pickup, Supporting Sustainable Farmers During Pandemic
Sam Suchoff, owner of The Pig and Lady Edison, is reopening with cooked meals and Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW pork for local pickup
May 4, 2020
Fundraiser To ‘Help Farmers Feed Hungry Families’ Expands Its Reach On #GivingTuesdayNow
The nationwide effort led by A Greener World to help farmers deliver products to those impacted by COVID-19 has grown to include additional farms and supporters for #GivingTuesdayNow
May 4, 2020
Local Farm Launches Fundraiser To Help Feed Families In Need Through Friendship United Methodist Church Manna Drop Program
In Celebration of #GivingTuesdayNow, Hunter Farms delivers products to help families impacted by COVID-19
May 4, 2020
Local Farm Launches Fundraiser To Help Feed Families In Need Through Second Harvest Program
In Celebration of #GivingTuesdayNow, Lucky Hook Farm delivers products to help families impacted by COVID-19
April 21, 2020
Local Farm Launches Fundraiser To Help Feed Families In Need At Interfaith Food Pantry
Honoring Earth Day’s 50th Anniversary, Pigeon River Farm donates food to help families impacted by COVID-19
April 21, 2020
Local Farm Launches Fundraiser To Help Feed Families In Need At Decorah Food Pantry
Honoring Earth Day’s 50th Anniversary, Driftless Hill Farm donates food to help families impacted by COVID-19
April 20, 2020
Local Farm Launches Fundraiser To Help Feed Hungry Kids At Fruit Valley Community Learning Center
Honoring Earth Day’s 50th Anniversary, April Joy Farm donates food to help families impacted by COVID-19
April 20, 2020
Nonproft Farm Group Launches Fundraiser To ‘Help Farmers Feed Hungry Families’
Honoring Earth Day’s 50th Anniversary and #GivingTuesdayNow, A Greener World leads nationwide effort to help farmers deliver products to food banks, schools, homeless shelters and others impacted by COVID-19
April 1, 2020
A Greener World Statement On The Exclusion Of Farmers From Federal Support During Covid-19 Pandemic
Small Business Administration specifically excludes farms from accessing vital disaster loan assistance, directly conflicting with federal legislation
February 13, 2020
Working Cows Dairy’s new online store includes award-winning products from Rinske’s Cheese
February 4, 2020
Montgomery County Farmers Celebrate 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Dale and Sharon Thompson of Hilltop Angus Farm in Mount Gilead, NC, celebrate 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
January 17, 2020
2020 Good Food Awards recognition goes to products Certified Animal Welfare Approved by A Greener World
2019
December 20, 2019
U.S. Company Launches First Animal Welfare Approved Whey Powder
AGN Roots now offers Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW whey powder from independent, pasture-based farms
December 11, 2019
Torrance County, NM Ranchers Celebrate 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Bill and Sharie Leibold of L6 Cattle Ranches, LLC in Corona, NM, celebrate 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
November 21, 2019
Innovative Aquaponics Company Achieves A Greener World’s First Non-GMO Certification For Salmon
Amidst the introduction of genetically modified salmon to the U.S. market, Superior Fresh is the first to validate salmon production as Certified Non-GMO by A Greener World
November 8, 2019
Products certified by A Greener World recognized as finalists in 2020 Good Food Awards
October 24, 2019
Local farm now accepting reservations for sought-after holiday birds
October 23, 2019
Otsego County Farmers Celebrate 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Ilyssa Berg and Javier Flores of Painted Goat Farm in Garrattsville, New York, celebrate 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
September 25, 2019
South Carolina Farmers Celebrate 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Gail and Mike Cooley of Patient Wait Farms in Piedmont, SC, celebrate 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
August 22, 2019
Sustainable Farm In Bangor, MI, Outstanding In The Field
Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW farmers, Ron and Suzanne Klein of Windshadow Farm & Dairy, named Farmer of the Year by Van Buren Conservation District
August 13, 2019
Oregon Farmers Celebrate 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Rob and Michelle Stokes of Circle O Livestock in Vale, OR, celebrate 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
August 7, 2019
New York Farmers Celebrate 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Lee and Georgia Ranney of Kinderhook Farm in Valatie, NY, celebrate 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
August 6, 2019
Six Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW farms take home 17 medals at American Cheese Society Awards for their sustainable, high-welfare and delicious cheese
July 18, 2019
Hawaii Farmers Celebrate 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Rick and Haleakela Sakata and Dwayne and Tammie Cypriano of Hawaii Lowline Cattle Co. in Honokaa, Hawaii, celebrate 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
July 11, 2019
Second Texas Farmer Celebrates 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Margot Heard of Lazy A Ranch in Bellville, Texas, celebrates 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
July 10, 2019
Kauai County Farmers Celebrate 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Bob and Louisa Wooton of Kaua’i Kunana Dairy in Kilauea, Hawaii, celebrate 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
July 2, 218
Duplin County Farmer Celebrates 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Theodore Williams of Theodore Williams Farm in Magnolia, NC, celebrates 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
June 28, 2019
First Beverage Company To Engage World-Renowned Environmental, Animal Welfare Certification
ICONIC Protein has verified their supply chain by purchasing only Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW dairy for protein powder and drink line
June 27, 2019
North Carolina Farmer Celebrates 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Dwight Hall of Dwight Hall Farm in Beulaville celebrates 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
June 26, 2019
Hawaii’s Kunoa Cattle Co. Awarded Top Environmental And Animal Welfare Certification
Kunoa’s ranching and harvest facility operations are Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW, and the company is leading a certification movement for dozens of partner ranches in the state
June 26, 2019
Columbia County Farmers Celebrate 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
The Gibson family of Grazin’ Angus Acres in Ghent, New York, celebrate 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
June 12, 2019
Mariposa County Farmers Celebrate 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Jesse and Hannah Fouch of Fouch Farms in Mariposa, California, celebrate 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
May 23, 2019
On National Hamburger Day, This Burger Supports A Greener World
Grazin’ Diner in Hudson, NY, hosts National Hamburger Day fundraiser to support nonprofit sustainability certifier, A Greener World
May 14, 2019
Washington County Farm Celebrates 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Mack Brook Farm in Argyle, NY, celebrates 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
May 7, 2019
Texas Farmers Celebrate 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Hugh and Sarah Fitzsimons of Shape Ranch in San Antonio, celebrate 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
May 3, 2019
Sustainable Dairy Farm Nominated Farming Business Of The Year
The Alvis family of Certified Animal Welfare Approved by A Greener World Lye Cross Farm nominated for 2019 Western Daily Press’s Family Food & Farming Business of the Year award
May 2, 2019
Verified high-welfare, pasture-raised chicken eggs from Pigeon River Farm now available through Trust Local Foods
April 18, 2019
Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier Offers Free Webinars
A Greener World is now offering webinars, making information about food labeling more accessible, increasing awareness about third-party certifications and empowering sustainable solutions in agriculture
April 17, 2019
Johnston County Farmer Celebrates 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Peron Parker of Parker Farms in Four Oaks, NC, celebrates 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
April 17, 2019
North Carolina Farmers Celebrate 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
David and Sherri Whitman of David L. Whitman Farm in Kenansville, celebrate 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
April 17, 2019
Kansas Farmers Celebrate 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Melvin and Joyce Williams of MJ Ranch in Lawrence,celebrate 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
April 10, 2019
Top National Dairy Awards Prove Sustainable Farming Equals Great Food
Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW yogurt and cheesemakers showcase their award-winning, sustainable food products and receive recognition on a national stage
April 4, 2019
California Farmers Celebrate 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Tamara Jo Hicks and David Jablons of Toluma Farms and Tomales Farmstead Creamery in Petaluma, celebrate 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
April 3, 2019
Pennsylvania Farmers Celebrate 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Jeff and Claudia Biddle of Bear Meadows Farm in Boalsburg, celebrate 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
March 8, 2019
First And Only Grassfed + Welfare Label Launches Globally
Ensuring traceable, high-welfare, grassfed practices, Certified Grassfed by A Greener World is now available in new markets across the globe
February 25, 2019
With longstanding commitment to sustainable dairy farming, Lye Cross Farm’s newest cheese is the first in Europe to be Certified Animal Welfare Approved and Certified Grassfed by A Greener World
January 12, 2019
Top Recognition At National Food Competition Sets AGW-Certified Producers Apart As Industry Leaders
Six 2019 Good Food Awards go to products Certified Animal Welfare Approved by A Greener World
2018
December 6, 2018
Wake County Farmers Celebrate 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Karl Hudson and Mann Mullen of Rare Earth Farms in Raleigh, NC, celebrate 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
November 29, 2018
Jumbo Foods Now Selling Local, Verified High-Welfare, Grassfed Beef From TLC Grassfed Beef
Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW, Certified Grassfed by AGW pasture-raised beef from TLC Grassfed Beef is now available at Jumbo Foods West in Enid, OK
November 15, 2018
Chinquapin Farmer Celebrates 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Albert D. Jones of Chinquapin, NC, celebrates 10 years of being Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW for high-welfare, pasture-raised pigs
Pender County Farmers Celebrate 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Nelson and Mary James of Dogwood Nursery Farms, LLC in Maple Hill, North Carolina, celebrate 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
Duplin County Farmers Celebrate 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Jeremiah and Jessica Jones of GrassRoots Pork Co. in Beulaville, North Carolina, celebrate 10 years of certification with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW
Walker Farm In New Braintree, MA, Awarded Sustainable Business Award
Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW farmers, Joan and Randy Walker, win 2018 Sustainable Business award
November 9, 2018
Missouri Farm Celebrates 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Green Dirt Farm of Weston, MO, celebrates 10 years of being Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW for their high-welfare, pasture-raised sheep
October 31, 2018
New York Farm Celebrates 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
High Meadows Farm of Delhi, NY, celebrates 10 years of being Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW for high-welfare, pasture-raised pigs
October 4, 2018
High-Welfare Certified Soaps From Creekside Farm In Athens Now Nationally Available
Creekside Farm Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW goat’s milk soaps now available nationwide via new online store
Yanceyville Farmers Celebrate 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
V. Mac and Peggy Baldwin of Baldwin Family Farms in Yanceyville, NC, celebrate 10 years of being Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW for high-welfare, pasture-raised beef cattle
October 4, 2018
First Farm In Iowa Adds Top Non-Gmo Label To Leading Animal Welfare And Grassfed Certifications
The laying hens, sheep and pigs at Jóia Food Farm in Charles City, Iowa, are now Certified Non-GMO by A Greener World, demonstrating transparency and sustainability
September 27, 2018
Connecticut Farm Celebrates 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Stuart Family Farm of Bridgewater, CT, celebrates 10 years of being Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW for its high-welfare, pasture-raised beef cattle
September 4, 2018
Co-Op Members Meet Certified Farmers At Semiannual Fair
Weaver Street Market’s co-op fair gives owners a chance to meet their Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW farmer suppliers in person
August 22, 2018
Dogwood Nursery Farms, LLC, GrassRoots Pork Co. and Albert D. Jones Farm celebrate 10 years of being Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW for their high-welfare, pasture-raised pigs
August 1, 2018
Atlanta Restaurant Group Features Verified High-Welfare, Sustainable Pork
Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW pasture-raised pork from Anderson Farms in Comer, GA, available at Farm Burger locations in Atlanta
August 1, 2018
A Greener World To Temporarily Postpone California Poultry Audits
Audits for poultry operations in California are being temporarily deferred due to increased need for bio-security protocols while assessing a disease outbreak
July 30, 2018
19 Top Awards at National Cheese Competition Prove Sustainable Farming Equals Great-Tasting Food
Five Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW farms take home 19 medals at American Cheese Society Awards for their sustainable, high-welfare and delicious cheese
July 30, 2018
Certified Animal Welfare Approved By AGW Farmer Visits Capitol Hill To Talk Farm Bill
Rachael Taylor-Tuller, veteran and owner of Lost Peacock Creamery in Olympia, WA, offered representatives a perspective on independent, pasture-based farming
July 17, 2018
Archway Farm Launches Artisanal Salami Line With Top Animal Welfare Certification
New Hampshire farm supplying pasture-raised pork salami with Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW certification to local retail outlets and restaurants
July 6, 2018
Georgia Cattle Farm Turns Sunshine Into Food–And Electricity
Tracking solar array at Hunter Farms, Inc. in Early County harnesses sunlight, using the sun to produce high-quality beef and electricity on one innovative, sustainable farm
June 28, 2018
A Greener World Tops Chart For High-Welfare Eggs
‘Certified Animal Welfare Approved by A Greener World’ receives top marks for laying hens in Compassion in World Farming’s assessment of 34 international animal welfare certifiers
June 26, 2018
Buy For Less Stores Now Selling Verified High-Welfare, Sustainable Beef From Local Peach Crest Ranch
Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW pasture-raised beef from Peach Crest Ranch now available at nine Buy For Less retail locations in Oklahoma City and surrounding areas
June 21, 2018
A Greener World (AGW) salutes farms embarking on their 10th year of certification, demonstrating solutions in agriculture
June 21, 2018
Duplin County Farm Celebrates 10 Years With Leading Farm Sustainability Certifier
Fred Dobson Farm celebrates 10 years of being Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW for its high-welfare, pasture-raised pigs
June 12, 2018
Leading Sustainability Certifier Launches Volunteer Program
A Greener World’s volunteer program provides outlet for positive and direct food system change
June 12, 2018
Leading Food Label Seeks Qualified Certification Bodies
Certified Animal Welfare Approved by A Greener World and its nonprofit parent, A Greener World, invite CBs to submit letters of interest in auditing partnerships to support global launch
April 27, 2018
Local restaurant and coffeehouse now sourcing Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW pasture-raised chicken eggs from Home Farm Foods in Culver, OR
April 19, 2018
Trend Forecast: Verified Traceability and Sustainablity From Farm to Fashion
Central Grazing Company in Lawrence, KS, launches Kickstarter campaign for the market’s first Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW sheep leather handbag line
April 5, 2018
Sustainable Farmer Outstanding in the Field
Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW farmer, Ronald Simmons of Master Blend Family Farm, wins 2018 NC A&T’s Small Farmer of the Year award
March 27, 2018
Green Dirt Farm in Weston, MO, Wins Two Best of Class Awards at World Championship Cheese Contest
Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW cheesemaker proves sustainable agriculture produces world-class, award-winning cheese
2017
November 30, 2017
Caputo Brothers Creamery in Spring Grove, PA Wins At World Cheese Awards 2017
Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW cheesemaker proves sustainable agriculture produces world award-winning cheese
November 17, 2017
Leading Farm Certifier Provides Farm-To-Cart QR Code Traceability, Connecting Farmers and Consumers
Grocery Shoppers Can Now Scan A Greener World’s QR Codes For A Virtual Visit To The Farm
September 29, 2017
Working Cows Dairy in Slocomb, AL, now Certified Grassfed by AGW, the only high-welfare grassfed label
September 26, 2017
Leading Sustainability Certifier Launches New Membership Program
A Greener World offers a new way to support positive food and farming
September 22, 2017
Largest Pastured Pork Cooperative in South East Celebrates 10 Years
Since 2007, the North Carolina Natural Hog Growers Association has produced pork outdoors on pasture using sustainable, high-welfare management practices.
July 14, 2017
Largest Pasture-Raise Pork Cooperative In The Southeast Goes Certified Non-GMO by AGW
The North Carolina Natural Hog Growers Association demonstrates commitment to transparent sustainability with Animal Welfare Approved and Certified Non-GMO by AGW
March 28, 2017
Top National Dairy Awards Prove Sustainable Farming Equals Great Food
Pure Éire Dairy won three awards–including one Best in Class–for their Certified Grassfed by A Greener World (AGW) cow’s milk yogurts at the 19th biennial U.S. Championship Cheese Contest, hosted by the Wisconsin Cheese Makers Association
January 26, 2017
Leading Animal Welfare Certification Unveils New Logo
After months of constituent feedback, market research and design work, A Greener World (AGW)–North America’s most trusted and transparent farm certifier–has released a brand new logo for its market-leading third-party certification, Animal Welfare Approved