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The organization says farms, distributors and retailers are looking to it to help improve working conditions and protect critical biodiversity in avocado regions.
Doral, Fla.-based J&C Tropicals is committing to a 50% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2030.
Fresh Solutions Network says the winning package was created to reflect Spuds less-than-perfect potatoes’ commitment to sustainability — from potato to package.
Significant advancements have been made in the ongoing partnership between Sprouts Farmers Market and IFCO.
By eliminating traditional paper labels, film and adhesives, Multisteps digital direct printing technology simplifies the recycling process, enhances recyclability and streamlines sustainability, the company says.
New products include baby spinach, spring mix, arugula, power greens, baby kale, romaine and more.
As O’Connor Hospital’s fresh produce program delivered an impactful first season to older adults in need, it plans to expand the initiative in 2025.
The company said it is the first U.S. farming company to secure a certification from Safe Quality Foods.
Tools such as artificial-intelligence-driven platforms are now at the forefront of helping the agricultural industry anticipate and mitigate risks, ensuring that future harvests remain as abundant and diverse as they are today.
The packaging features paperboard while offering 360 degrees of product visibility through the see-through base and side windows.
Paul Rice will transition to a member of an advisory council after 26 years with the organization.
Ahead of Climate Week, the survey — conducted independently by YouGov on behalf of Whole Foods Market — finds 70% of Gen Z support climate-smart agricultural practices.
The new private label features 100% recycled PET bottles.
Fairtrade International-certified banana importer Equifruit has once again earned a spot on The Globe and Mail’s list of Canada’s Top Growing Companies for 2024.
Farmer-owned cooperative Blue Diamond Growers will work with technology company Divert to turn low-value almond byproducts into energy to supply local homes and businesses.
The research from tropical fresh fruit producer Fyffes also shows 43% of respondents consider it important that pineapples they purchase are sustainably and ethically sourced.
Mike Hemman, senior vice president of the North America Division of the drip irrigation solutions provider, discusses programs that can help growers meet sustainability goals.
The new platform evaluates the medium- and long-term climate risks facing an organization’s agricultural supply chain to secure sustainable sourcing.
The Costa Rican grower-shipper says its banana farms earned a five-star rating in the certification, which promotes sustainable development and environmental conservation.
“From the Soil Up” spotlights the key role farmers play in healing the land and bringing communities together through regenerative agriculture.
The new study commissioned by IFCO updates findings from 2018 and helps the company meet its 2040 net-zero and zero-waste goals.
The company said the new packaging will be available in Meijer with plans to expand to its organic products next year.
The new packaging will be available across all retail partners starting this fall.
Zespri and shipping partner ANL/CMA CGM have launched a feasibility study for a low-emissions shipping corridor between New Zealand and Belgium.
The biennial sustainability report for 2022-23 details the environmental and social practices the company has implemented during the period.
The report from Purdue’s Center for Food Demand Analysis and Sustainability considered food spending, consumer satisfaction and values, support of agricultural and food policies, and trust in information sources.
An approach using artificial intelligence and supercomputers can help measure the amount of greenhouse gas emissions from individual farms at a national scale, according to a new research study.
Two produce industry veterans have been named country sales managers for Brazil, Peru and Chile in a move intended to enhance the company’s presence in those markets.
Equitable Food Initiative will host a webinar on Sept. 11 to highlight the supplier portion of its Learn, Access and Benchmark platform.
At the recent IFPA Global Produce and Floral Show, Trinity Fruit Company’s Angela Hernandez shared details on how the company’s fresh and functional juice lines were born.