At Mountain Rose Herbs, we believe that nurturing our community and environment go hand in hand. This philosophy is at the heart of our partnerships with local nonprofit organizations who align with our values in land stewardship and environmental justice. One of those partners is Beyond Toxics, an Oregon-based key player dedicated to building a community-driven environmental justice movement in Oregon. Beyond Toxics empowers communities affected by pollution and climate change by working to protect our precious pollinators, restore native plants, and foster a healthier, more sustainable world.
Pollinators, particularly bees, play a crucial role in our ecosystems. They are essential for the reproduction of about 75% of flowering plants and nearly 35% of global crops. However, these vital creatures are facing unprecedented challenges. Climate change, habitat destruction, and the widespread use of pesticides are decimating pollinator populations. Some of the primary pesticides affecting bees are neonicotinoids and chlorpyrifos. These highly toxic, synthetic chemicals remain in the environment for years, contaminating nectar, pollen, leaves, and other plant parts. This is why Mountain Rose Herbs, along with Beyond Toxics, has strongly advocated for the prohibition of chlorpyrifos in Oregon and a statewide ban against use of harmful pesticides. By partnering with local organizations that support our values, we can protect our precious pollinators.
How You Can Help
Protecting our pollinators requires collective action. Here are ways you can contribute:
Join Us at the 10th Annual Bee Jazzy Event
To protect our precious pollinators and support the vital work of Beyond Toxics, Mountain Rose Herbs is thrilled to co-host the 10th Annual Bee Jazzy event. All ticket sales will directly benefit Beyond Toxic’s efforts to protect pollinators, people, and the environment. At Mountain Rose Herbs, our commitment to sustainability extends beyond our products to partnerships and community. Together, we can protect our precious pollinators and cultivate a healthier, more resilient world.
You may also be interested in:
The Mountain Rose Herbs Seed Stewardship Project
Organic Sourcing from the Pacific Northwest
Benefit and Beyond: Company-Supported Agriculture
Topics: Sustainability
Ashley Bonn is the Sustainability Communications Specialist for Mountain Rose Herbs. She is deeply passionate about social and ecological justice and has several years of experience in community building. Her sustainability journey began after completing an International Business program and studying abroad in South America, where she became inspired to learn more about equitable practices for regenerative living. In 2016, Ashley moved to Portland, Oregon where she completed a Master’s Degree in Sustainability Leadership and worked for several nonprofit organizations. After living in Portland for seven years, she left the busy city and moved to Eugene to deepen her connection with the land. Ashley enjoys hiking, snowboarding, exploring new places, and seeing live music in her free time.
At Mountain Rose Herbs, we believe that nurturing our community and environment go hand in hand. This philosophy is at the heart of our partnerships with local nonprofit organizations who align with our values in land stewardship and environmental justice. One of those partners is Beyond Toxics, an Oregon-based key player dedicated to building a community-driven environmental justice movement in Oregon. Beyond Toxics empowers communities affected by pollution and climate change by working to protect our precious pollinators, restore native plants, and foster a healthier, more sustainable world.
Pollinators, particularly bees, play a crucial role in our ecosystems. They are essential for the reproduction of about 75% of flowering plants and nearly 35% of global crops. However, these vital creatures are facing unprecedented challenges. Climate change, habitat destruction, and the widespread use of pesticides are decimating pollinator populations. Some of the primary pesticides affecting bees are neonicotinoids and chlorpyrifos. These highly toxic, synthetic chemicals remain in the environment for years, contaminating nectar, pollen, leaves, and other plant parts. This is why Mountain Rose Herbs, along with Beyond Toxics, has strongly advocated for the prohibition of chlorpyrifos in Oregon and a statewide ban against use of harmful pesticides. By partnering with local organizations that support our values, we can protect our precious pollinators.
How You Can Help
Protecting our pollinators requires collective action. Here are ways you can contribute:
Join Us at the 10th Annual Bee Jazzy Event
To protect our precious pollinators and support the vital work of Beyond Toxics, Mountain Rose Herbs is thrilled to co-host the 10th Annual Bee Jazzy event. All ticket sales will directly benefit Beyond Toxic’s efforts to protect pollinators, people, and the environment. At Mountain Rose Herbs, our commitment to sustainability extends beyond our products to partnerships and community. Together, we can protect our precious pollinators and cultivate a healthier, more resilient world.
You may also be interested in:
The Mountain Rose Herbs Seed Stewardship Project
Organic Sourcing from the Pacific Northwest
Benefit and Beyond: Company-Supported Agriculture
Topics: Sustainability
Ashley Bonn is the Sustainability Communications Specialist for Mountain Rose Herbs. She is deeply passionate about social and ecological justice and has several years of experience in community building. Her sustainability journey began after completing an International Business program and studying abroad in South America, where she became inspired to learn more about equitable practices for regenerative living. In 2016, Ashley moved to Portland, Oregon where she completed a Master’s Degree in Sustainability Leadership and worked for several nonprofit organizations. After living in Portland for seven years, she left the busy city and moved to Eugene to deepen her connection with the land. Ashley enjoys hiking, snowboarding, exploring new places, and seeing live music in her free time.
