Key Takeaways:
- Grown Climate Smart, a USDA Climate-Smart Commodities grant awardee and subsidiary of The DeLong Co., partners with Maltwerks, a craft malt house based in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota.
- Maltwerks will display the Grown Climate Smart logo on its packaging to signify that its products are produced using climate-smart farming practices.
- The partnership focuses on promoting regenerative farming practices such as cover cropping, reduced or no-till farming, nutrient management, and windbreak establishment.
- The collaboration aims to support the adoption of sustainable practices in agriculture, reduce greenhouse gas emissions, and promote carbon sequestration.
- Both companies aim to increase the visibility and marketability of climate-smart products to consumers and businesses.
Partnership Announcement
Grown Climate Smart, a USDA Climate-Smart Commodities grant awardee and a subsidiary of The DeLong Co., Inc., has announced a partnership with Maltwerks, a craft malt house based in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. As part of the agreement, Maltwerks will feature the Grown Climate Smart logo on its product packaging, signifying that the products are produced using climate-smart agricultural practices.
Climate-Smart Farming Practices
The farming methods utilized under the Grown Climate Smart program include cover cropping, reduced or no-till farming, nutrient management, and windbreak establishment. These practices aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, promote carbon sequestration, and contribute to more sustainable agricultural operations.
Commitment to Local Agriculture and Sustainability
Both companies have expressed their dedication to supporting local agriculture and advancing climate-smart methods. Dan Murphy, Vice President of Technical Sales at Maltwerks, emphasized the importance of the partnership, stating, “At Maltwerks, we value partnerships rooted in sustainability that strengthen our standards and the quality of our products. Collaborating with Grown Climate Smart allows us to offer our customers the best in locally produced, traceable malt, while also championing responsible farming practices.”
He further added, “By partnering with Delong Co. and their Grown Climate Smart initiative, we can continue to add value to farmers looking to toll-malt their products and help farmers all over the Midwest take advantage of these programs.”
Industry Collaboration and Future Impact
Dylan Vaca, Brand and Marketing Manager of Grown Climate Smart, expressed excitement about the collaboration, noting, “We continue to forge strong partnerships with industry leaders, and Maltwerks is a perfect example of this. This partnership is an exciting development for products stemming from climate-smart practices, demonstrating our commitment to sustainable agriculture and a healthier planet.”
Economic and Environmental Benefits
The partnership aims to promote regenerative farming practices that reduce the environmental impact of agriculture while simultaneously supporting local agricultural economies. “This collaboration is not only beneficial to the environment but also enhances the visibility and marketability of sustainable products in the marketplace,” added Vaca.
