WASHINGTON, May 19, 2026 – The Ethical Charter Implementation Program released its second annual industry report, highlighting significant growth in participation and measurable progress in how the fresh produce industry approaches responsible labor practices. Building on momentum from the program’s inaugural year’s success, ECIP scaled rapidly in 2025, with more
MEDIA RELEASE Contact: LeAnne R. Ruzzamenti, (202) 524-0540, media@equitablefood.org WASHINGTON, July 7, 2025 – The Ethical Charter Implementation Program is excited to announce the launch of Engagement 2.0. This launch marks a major milestone in the ongoing mission of ECIP to raise the floor of social responsibility across the fresh
Progress and Opportunity Highlighted as Program Gains Traction The Ethical Charter Implementation Program (ECIP) has released its first annual industry report, showcasing significant strides in supplier and grower engagement across the fresh produce supply chain. Since the program’s launch by an industry advisory group and Equitable Food Initiative in November
MEDIA RELEASE Contact: LeAnne R. Ruzzamenti, (202) 524-0540, media@equitablefood.org WASHINGTON, February 25, 2025 – Equitable Food Initiative, the workforce development and certification organization that partners with growers, farmworkers and retailers, has been awarded a $1.2 million grant from the Walmart Foundation. The funding marks the fourth grant EFI has received