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The U.S. Department of Agriculture has published a Federal Register Notice requesting public input on a climate-smart agriculture and forestry strategy.

One-quarter of American shoppers are choosing more sustainable food options out of concern for global warming, according to a new study by Spoon Guru.

Fyffes, Coral Cables, Fla., has committed to implementing gender equality programs across 100% of its owned sites in Latin America by 2025 and 50% of its suppliers’ sites by 2030.

Brookes speaks with retail editor Ashley Nickle about different areas of social responsibility, the value of certifications, the challenges of a triple bottom line approach, and long-term strategies.

Fort Lauderdale, Fla.-based Chiquita Brands says it is protecting biodiversity on the company’s farms through a variety of environmental projects.

Lipman Family Farms will showcase new compostable clamshell packaging at the Southeast Produce Council’s Southern Exposure conference.

Hansport, Nova Scotia-based CKF, Inc. has added to its roster of independently assigned environmental labels.

In a New Zealand first, All Good and T&G Fresh have partnered to deliver the first Fairtrade and Zero Carbon certified bananas.

Longo’s Brothers Fruit Market (“Longo’s”) has become the first grocery retailer in North America to commit to offering only Fairtrade bananas in their 36 stores and through delivery on Grocery Gateway.

Led by their own-self-interest as well as encouragement from retailers, consumers, produce companies are increasingly engaged on the issue of sustainability.