Category Archives: Communications/PR & Marketing

Farmer to Farmer Senegal: Getting to know Relais et VNC, and their communities

Posted on 03/20/2015 by M. A. Schweisguth

Bonjour from Senegal! On days three and four of my Farmer to Farmer assignment, we visited Relais et Volontaire pour la Nutrition Communautaire (Relais et VNC) members in five villages to learn about the behavioral changes they’re promoting, the related … Continue reading →

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Farmer to Farmer Senegal: First Few Days

Posted on 03/17/2015 by M. A. Schweisguth

Bonjour from Senegal, where I’m starting my fourth USAID Farmer to Farmer (F2F) volunteer assignment. I volunteered via ACDI/VOCA previously (Jordan, Ghana and Viet Nam), and am with NCBA CLUSA this time. Thanks to Jane (CLUSA program manager), Abibou (in-country … Continue reading →

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Conference Presentation: Responsible Packaging, FTC Green Guides & Greenwash

Posted on 03/14/2011 by M. A. Schweisguth

On behalf of the Food Trade Sustainability Leadership Association, I presented that the Responsible Packaging Forum at Natural Products Expo West. The focus was “FTC Environmental Marketing Guidelines and Responsible Packaging Principles.” My presentation focused on ensuring claims about sustainable packaging … Continue reading →

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