Social Responsibility
Healthy Family Project brought together over 100 dietitians to raise money and connect at the Food Nutrition Conference & Expo in Denver.
Oxnard, Calif.-based Mission Produce, Inc. has announced its 2023 global giving results to positively impact its surrounding communities.
The Arlington, Va.-based company says its CSR strategy includes working to provide solutions to environmental and social issues that matter most to its team members, communities and other valued stakeholders.
Throughout December, the bulk and fresh-cut produce provider is turning donations to WCBE-FM into an opportunity to provide 3 pounds of fresh, nutritious fruits and vegetables to those in need.
Ridesharing-style technology is helping deliver surplus food from businesses to access points for food-insecure communities — and one program brings donations directly to the doors of those with barriers to food access.
Peter O’Driscoll, executive director of Equitable Food Initiative, and Kim Combs, supplier verification manager with The Kroger Co., explore the topic in this “Tip of the Iceberg” podcast.
A nonprofit in British Columbia has recognized Village Farms Fresh and its sister company, Pure Sunfarms, for efforts to promote diversity and strong company culture.
The grower, packer and shipper provides an update on the importance of farmworkers and the role of H-2A programs.
A panel at the 2024 Sustainable Produce Summit looked at the opportunities and challenges in the Ethical Charter Implementation Program.
Found on packaging for kiwifruit, bell peppers and citrus, the social impact program’s reach now spans to retailers including Southeastern Grocers/Winn-Dixie, Sam’s Club, Walmart and more.
Vancouver, British Columbia-based Oppy has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies for the 22nd time.
Longtime EFI leaders Kevin Boyle and Kenton Harmer will assume expanded roles to support the farmworker nonprofit’s expanding reach and strategic goals.
The Southwest Florida grower-distributor says it has given away over 14,000 backpacks and essential school supplies to the Immokalee community over the past 13 years.
Five $5,000 grants will be given to schools that are bringing awareness to nutrition and exposing students to a wider variety of fresh fruits and vegetables.
The Houston-based national nonprofit that delivers fresh fruits and vegetables directly into families’ hands, has announced another year of partnership with Zespri Kiwifruit for the current 2023-24 school year.
The company is once again partnering with No Kid Hungry and will host its Share our Strength program to raise funds and awareness for children in need.
A new endowment is set to fund wellness programs for children in South Texas.
Stop & Shop and Badger Technologies are partnering on a #MartyTheRobot special promotion at the National Retail Federation 2024 in support of the School Food Pantry Program at New York City-area schools.
Dole Organic Fair Trade Certified Pineapples are grown year-round in Costa Rica according to strict social, environmental and economic standards, says Dole Food Co.
To raise mental health awareness this May, the West Des Moines, Iowa-based grocer has launched a new campaign and video series focused on sleep, nutrition, exercise and medication management.
Schnucks Markets named one of “America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity 2024" by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights.
The goal of Hope Green Beans is to brighten the world with hope by providing comprehensive support to children confronting serious health challenges, the company says.
The grower says it is the first private company in the Mexican state of Jalisco to receive this conservation certification, which will help preserve and protect various species.
San Antonio, Texas-based NatureSweet has partnered with a nonprofit, Fundación EDUCA México A.C., to help create herb, fruit, and vegetable gardens at schools near six NatureSweet facilities throughout Mexico.
Robinson Fresh has been awarded The Grand Lion for Good Vendor Award from retailer Food Lion for its support of hunger relief projects and commitment to driving efficiencies across the fresh produce supply chain.
Seald Sweet/Greenyard USA will present limited-edition packaging for lemons at the International Fresh Produce Association’s Global Produce & Floral Show.
Brighter Bites, a nonprofit that delivers fresh fruits and vegetables directly into families’ hands, is expanding its offerings to six Phoenix-area schools.
The total donation more than tripled a 75,000-meal goal that was issued as a challenge to employees as part of Lipman Family Farms’ 75th anniversary celebration, the company says.
This new resource from the International Fresh Produce Association offers guidance and certifications on how to develop and implement diversity, equity and inclusion programs.
The Yakima, Wash.-based company says its employees contributed 50% more hours to community service in 2023 compared with the previous year.