Monday, November 5, 2007
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Nutrilite Farms: Certified Organic Agricultural Production Systems Supported by a Multi-Disciplinary Research Program.

John Balles and Kevin Ernst. Nutrilite, 19600 Sixth Street, Lakeview, CA 92567

Nutrilite owns and operates certified organic farms in California, Washington, Mexico, and Brazil. A diverse mix of annual and perennial crops are grown and processed into concentrates and ingredients for use in nutritional supplements, foods and beverages, and cosmetics. This vertically integrated enterprise is supported by research & development initiatives that focus on agronomic practices, pest & disease management, plant nutrition & soil quality, and seed & germplasm resources. The diverse geographic environments each present unique challenges for accomplishing business goals in the context of certified organic farming systems. The Nutrilite farms in Washington serve as an example of innovative approaches to botanical feedstock production.

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