If you are a California registered ( or eligible to register ) voter, we urge you to read the GMO Labeling initiative and vote in support of mandatory labeling of Genetically Modified Foods or Ingredients so that you know what is in your food. Please check back often as we’ll link to as many informational sources as possible to educate as many people as possible as to the real concerns of GMO’s. For starters please check out this story:[link]
Environmental Collapse a real possibility: this century!
Concerns over sustainability of our food supply has always driven us at SunRidge Farms. These concerns seem to be substantiated more and more each day. Here’s another story –[link] We can make a difference each day by buying foods in bulk, buying and consuming Non-GMO foods and reducing our waste each day. It’s time now, let’s not delay…
Lynda and Kidz Backpack Project for the children of Santa Cruz County
The Lynda and Kidz Backpack Project: Packing Life into Giving – For the 9th year in a row, my kids and I are collecting backpacks and $35 donations to provide fully stuffed backpacks to homeless/low income children through the Santa Cruz Shelter, Walnut Avenue Women’s Shelter and Elm Street Mission. Last year, through the generosity of many companies and individuals, we were able to pack and deliver 212 backpacks to assist families in crisis throughout Santa Cruz County. This year we are hoping to distribute 250. How to find us: Email: kidzbackpacks@gmail.com Website: [link] Facebook: [link] Phone: 831-332-6371
Memorial Day; Summer Coming
It was funny walking into the office today. Clearly, the weather has improved everyone’s moods as it is simply beautiful outside in Santa Cruz and it looks to stay that way for a bit. I think everyone is looking forward to Memorial Day Weekend as well. Just want to make sure that we reflect on those that have served and died as members of our Armed Forces. Whether you agree or disagree with any of the decisions made by our Commander’s in Chief over the last 200 + years, those that actually carried out their orders and made the ultimate… Read More
SunRidge Farms Dried Tropical Fruit scores 90 on Food Facts Health Scale
SunRidge Farms is committed to healthier snacks that support an active lifestyle. Our tropical fruits are simply incredible. Find them at grocery stores everywhere in bulk and select stores in tubs or resealable bags. [link]
SunRidge Farms Solar Efforts lauded by SmartMoney Magazine
We recently completed a solar expansion at SunRidge Farms that truly is amazing. Check the story here. Download PDF
Monsanto buys Bee Research firm that links them to bee population declines
At SunRidge Farms we try to bring awareness, to the public, of companies promoting Genetically Modified Foods (GMO) so that you can decide for yourself whether or not you wish to allow those foods to be part of your diet. It’s not just the food that’s of concern, it’s the production and the continued ability to produce these crops that sustain our world’s population. Imagine losing the bees and the ability to pollinate?? Read further here and see why we stand against companies like this – [link]
Supermarket Chain reduces daily waste by 93% since 2007
In honor of Earth Day 2012 coming up in a few weeks we’re looking at other companies efforts to reduce their impact to the environment. Supervalu, Inc., one of the nation’s largest Supermarkets has done an incredible job to reduce daily store waste. See this story here:[link]
Earth Day 2012 – new possibilities, greater challenges
What do we see in our minds as we look out over the next 20 years? The next 50? How is the planet as we know it going to change in this short period? MIT has just predicted social and economic collapse as early as 2030. That’s only 18 years away! Let’s hope that things aren’t that dire, but even if the prediction is off by years the impact by humans on the planet’s resources is without question. Swelling populations, an emerging global middle class, and the resulting basic needs AND material desires have begun to seriously impact the global… Read More
Compelling Reasons To Buy in Bulk
Why buy in bulk?? That’s often a difficult question but here’s some information that will help explain these advantages! Click here – [link]