AstroTurf Corporation announced today that it has earned the
U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Certified Biobased Product
Label for AstroTurf Rootzone® 3D3 Blend GT-B.
DALTON,
Ga., June 26, 2024 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --
AstroTurf Corporation announced today that it has earned the U.S.
Department of Agriculture (USDA) Certified Biobased Product Label
for AstroTurf Rootzone® 3D3 Blend GT-B.
We applaud AstroTurf Corporation for
earning the USDA Certified Biobased Product Label
The benefits of the RootZone 3D3 Blend GT-B are numerous. The
product offers grass-like traction, and promotes more consistent
footing, and more uniform shock absorption over time. With a more
uniform infill level, UV exposure to the fibers is more consistent
across the field, which boosts the field's longevity. The product
now boasts a higher percentage of sustainable material without
sacrificing any performance characteristics.
The AstroTurf Rootzone® 3D3 Blend GT-B can now display a unique
USDA label that highlights its percentage of biobased content.
Third-party verification for a product's biobased content is
administered through the USDA BioPreferred® Program, which strives
to increase the development, purchase, and use of biobased
products.
Biobased products help address climate change by offering
renewable alternatives to petroleum-based products; sequester
carbon dioxide, lowering the concentration of greenhouse gasses in
the atmosphere that contribute to climate change; create and expand
markets; are generally safer for people and the environment than
their petroleum-based counterparts; and represent incredible
technological advances and innovations.
The USDA Certified Biobased Product Label displays a product's
biobased content, which is the portion of a product that comes from
a renewable source, such as plant, animal, marine, or forestry
feedstocks. Utilizing renewable biobased materials displaces the
need for non-renewable petroleum-based chemicals. Biobased products
are cost-comparative, readily available, and perform as well as or
better than their conventional counterparts.
"We are absolutely thrilled to introduce the new RootZone 3D3
Blend GT-B to the market, a significant milestone for AstroTurf and
the industry as a whole" said Rob
Mitchell, AstroTurf Vice President of Business Development.
"Being the first USDA BioPreferred certified product for sports
fields is a testament to our commitment to sustainability and
innovation. This product not only sets a new standard for
environmentally conscious turf solutions but also showcases our
dedication to providing the highest quality and performance for our
customers. We believe this advancement will inspire positive change
across the industry, paving the way for more sustainable practices
in sports field construction and maintenance."
"We applaud AstroTurf Corporation for earning the USDA Certified
Biobased Product Label," said Vernell
Thompson, USDA BioPreferred Program. "The label is intended
to help spur economic development, create new jobs, and provide new
markets for farm commodities. But the label also makes it easier
for consumers and federal buyers to locate biobased products and
consider planet-friendlier options during purchase decisions. By
having their products become USDA Certified Biobased, AstroTurf
Corporation joins an expanding list of businesses combatting
inaccurate marketing claims and the practice of greenwashing, while
also contributing to a thriving bioeconomy that decreases our
reliance on petroleum."
In the latest Economic Impact Report released by USDA, the
biobased products industry supported 4.6 million American jobs;
contributed $470 billion to the U.S.
economy and generated 2.79 jobs in other sectors of the economy for
every biobased job. Biobased products also have a substantial
environmental impact, displacing about 9.4 million barrels of oil a
year, with the potential to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by an
estimated 12.7 million metric tons of CO2 equivalents per year.
About AstroTurf:
For more than almost 60 years, AstroTurf has been at the forefront
of innovating sports surfaces. Known for its superior quality and
cutting-edge technology, AstroTurf manufactures turf systems that
prioritize safety, performance, and durability, catering to a wide
range of sports including soccer, football, baseball, and more.
About the USDA BioPreferred Program
With the goal of increasing the development, purchase, and use of
biobased products, USDA's
BioPreferred® Program was first introduced in the 2002 Farm Bill
and reauthorized in 2018. It requires federal agencies and
contractors to give purchasing preference to biobased products. The
USDA BioPreferred Program also includes a voluntary certification
and labeling initiative for biobased products. This is referred to
as the USDA Certified Biobased Product Label.
More than 1,800 companies across the U.S. and in 47 countries
participate in the Program. From farm and field all the way through
the manufacturing process, the expanding market for biobased
products creates jobs, supports rural economic growth in America,
and has a positive impact on our planet. Have questions? Please
contact: Vernell Thompson, USDA
BioPreferred Program at Vernell.Thompson@usda.gov.
Media Contact
Gary Jones, AstroTurf,
800-723-7723, gary.jones@astroturf.com, www.astroturf.com
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