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Equitable Food Initiative

Bringing everyone to the table to transform agriculture and improve the lives of farmworkers.

Equitable Food Initiative (EFI) is a nonprofit certification and skill-building organization that seeks to transform agriculture and improve the lives of farmworkers. EFI brings together growers, farmworkers, retailers and consumers to solve the most pressing issues facing the fresh produce industry. Its unparalleled approach sets standards for labor practices, food safety and pest management whil

e engaging workers at all levels on the farm to produce Responsibly Grown, Farmworker Assured™ fruits and vegetables.

06/17/2026

What we’re reading: Progressive Grocer’s 10 Most Sustainable Grocers of 2026.

From reducing waste and greenhouse gas emissions to partnering with organizations like EFI and FishWise, these retailers are advancing sustainability efforts to meet growing consumer expectations and support a more responsible food system.

Read the article here >> https://hubs.li/Q04jpgP70

06/15/2026

Explore the connection between people, pollinators and responsible agriculture through our People and Pollinators webinar series — available live and on demand.

Designed for growers, suppliers and sustainability professionals, this series offers practical insights and real-world strategies from industry experts and leaders.

What you’ll gain:
✔ Actionable IPM strategies
✔ Insights from industry experts
✔ Sustainable agriculture best practices
✔ Tools to support pollinator health and continuous improvement

Join live or watch on-demand >> https://hubs.li/Q04jWZWv0

06/12/2026

Great nominations begin with everyday recognition.

Start building an internal employee recognition program to celebrate the leadership and contributions of nonmanagerial workers year-round — and uncover the stories that could become your 2027 Farmworker of the Year nomination.

Grow the Good.

06/11/2026

New Streamlined IPM Audits!

EFI is streamlining Integrated Pest Management auditing to help growers more efficiently meet retailer sustainability requirements.

By enabling a single auditor to assess both EFI social responsibility and IPM standards, growers can reduce costs while supporting pollinator health, worker safety and continuous improvement across operations.

New webinars and pollinator resources are also now available for Pollinator Month.

Read the press release at https://hubs.li/Q04jXMTS0

06/08/2026

At EFI, certification is not about perfection — it’s about continuous improvement.

Corrective Action Plans (CAPs) are viewed as opportunities to strengthen systems, support a people-centered culture and drive meaningful, long-term progress across agricultural operations.

Rather than treating CAPs as setbacks, EFI’s approach encourages learning, collaboration and practical improvement that helps build stronger workplaces and more resilient operations over time.

Learn more and watch the webinar on-demand >> https://hubs.li/Q04jz2Y50

06/05/2026

Moments like this are exactly why the Farmworker of the Year Award was created.

We were so moved by this beautiful message from one of our 2026 award winners, Jesus Gutierrez from Stemilt. Celebrating excellence across our community is an honor, but seeing the real impact it has on our winners is the ultimate reward. 🍎

06/04/2026

Celebrating 30 years of National Safety Month.

At EFI, safety is not just compliance — it’s a culture built through worker engagement, communication and continuous improvement.

That approach is showing measurable impact in the field. For example, Stemilt Growers, reports workplace injuries decreased 15% from 2023 to 2024, attributed to stronger worker engagement through EFI’s Responsibly Grown, Farmworker Assured certification.

When workers are empowered to identify risks and shape solutions, safer and stronger workplaces follow.

06/02/2026

Join us for a free online webinar, People and Pollinators: From the Field Up with Whole Foods Market.

Featuring Katy Green, Produce Field Inspector at Whole Foods Market, and agricultural sustainability consultant Katie Chiapuzio, this conversation will explore how Integrated Pest Management (IPM) is applied in day-to-day agricultural operations and what retailers look for during field visits.

Designed for growers, suppliers and sustainability professionals, this webinar will provide practical insights on navigating challenges, improving alignment and strengthening responsible production practices — with actionable takeaways to support continuous improvement in the field.

Register today >> https://hubs.li/Q04jryWm0

06/01/2026

This year, we have TWO Farmworker of the Year winners!

After a rigorous two-tier evaluation process — including an external review panel, anonymous submissions with all identifying organizational details removed, and a Borda count voting method — the final results ended in a tie. This outcome speaks to the extraordinary leadership, dedication and impact demonstrated by both individuals.

Congratulations to this year’s winners: Maria Barbara Resendiz Martinez and Jesús Gutierrez Manuel!
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Washington D.C., DC
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(202) 730-6672

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http://www.equitablefood.org/

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