Client Testimonials
“Measure to Improve has been a trusted sustainability partner, helping us recognize and build on the practices our growers are already implementing. Their knowledge of our industry has guided us in prioritizing key topics, engaging growers collaboratively, and advancing efforts that benefit both the environment and the walnut industry. We value this partnership and look forward to continued progress together.” - Robert Verloop, CEO, California Walnut Commission
“Collaborating with Measure to Improve on our education Tailgate series was a real pleasure. Their team brought fresh perspectives, resources, and networking opportunities. They were organized and professional and provided knowledgeable suggestions around sustainability, regenerative farming ractices, and agriculture production.”
- Beth Muckvanic, Executive Director, Vineyard Team
“Measure to Improve’s staff really knows what they are doing. We enjoyed working with them on the USDA Climate-Smart Commodities Grant. Their tools and expertise helped us identify ways to improve soil health in our orchards and we continue to implement many of the practices they suggested. Their team is professional, smart and insightful and I highly recommend working with them.”
- Jonnalee Dunn, Growth & Development Manager, Henderson Farms, Inc.
“Measure to Improve has demonstrated exceptional professionalism and attention to detail in all aspects of their soil sampling protocol. Samples always came labeled clearly, packaged carefully with all supporting documentation provided, streamlining the processing of these samples.”
- Robert Schindelbeck, Cornell Soil Health Laboratory Director, Cornell Soil Health
“Over the years Nikki Cossio has proven to be a valuable asset to our family of businesses in many ways. She has helped us grow with a healthy focus on energy savings and protecting the environment. Her mantra of “Measure to Improve” has made total sense for our future and growth.”
- Bob Martin, Gen. Mgr. Rio Farms
“Since 2016, Measure to Improve has provided exceptional guidance and support in developing some of our sustainability programs. We started with zero waste certifications and are now expanding our sustainability program to include social compliance and greenhouse gas emissions reporting. With increasing customer sustainability expectations and pressures, we can count on Measure to Improve's expertise to help keep us proactive.”
- Lara Grossman, Director of Marketing, Ippolito International, LP
“Nikki Cossio has extensive knowledge of sustainability practices and policies. She was instrumental in helping us create a unique experience at Limoneira that enabled us to showcase our sustainability practices to our important targets.”
- John Chamberlain, Vice President of Global Marketing Limoneira Company
“MTI was great to work with. They showed a great sense of urgency for the work we needed to complete and helped us meet our deadline. The team members we worked with are all great communicators who responded quickly and in an organized way. We appreciated their ability to prioritize and clearly explain deliverables and requests.”
- Lindsey Occhipinti, Marketing Manager, Monterey Mushroom
“It was a pleasure working with you and your team at MTI! I just want to take a moment to thank you for the quality service you provided us with our 100-year Centennial Celebration for Salinas Land Company and California Orchard Company. I can't say enough about the way you and your team stepped up to the challenges during the planning of the 100-year Centennial Celebration. Your engaging style and creative interactive really set the tone for a very successful event. We were extremely lucky to have your kind of talent to plan our event. I'm sure your dynamic style and talent would be an asset to any event.”
- Brad Rice, General Manager
Produce & Reduce Program Client Feedback
“This project was a natural fit for GoodFarms. Investing in sustainability is a core value for the company because it simultaneously improves the quality of our products and the quality of lives by protecting our ecosystem and preserving natural resources for future generations."
Amalia Zimmerman-Lommel, Director of Social Responsibility, GoodFarms
“We have saved money and generated funds through increased recycling and waste reduction programs. Every single company should get started, because there are financial savings along with positive environmental impacts.”
Jeff Madu, Vice President of Sales, Windset Farms
“Implementing Produce & Reduce has helped us increase efficiency and generate long-term business value by fostering a culture of sustainability and responsible resource management. By investing in our workforce through such training programs, we are creating a lasting positive impact on the bottom line and the environment.”
Johnny Arriaga, Senior Plant Operations Manager, Misionero
“The team has gained immense knowledge and skills during the Produce & Reduce program. We were able to build a foundation in a way that best suits our unique organizational needs, and we look forward to continuing to build onto the program with more social accountability initiatives.”
Nicole Zapata, Marketing Director, Misionero