Sustainability
In the newly created role, Jana Fishback will help lead sustainability initiatives, analyze data for insights and engage with stakeholders, the company says.
The nonprofit has spearheaded and supported efforts to improve labor practices across the fresh produce industry, including $25 million in worker bonuses.
Rose Vejvoda joins the Wenatchee, Wash.-based CMI Orchards and will work on regenerative agriculture initiatives.
CMI Orchards and Royal Family Farming will break ground on The Soil Center later this spring, using biochar and other strategies to build sustainable amendments.
The greenhouse grower also announced it will launch new snack packs at the upcoming CPMA show Montreal.
Rina Perrault, vice president of strategy and sustainability for Sun World International, is leading the charge to ensure its premium fruit offerings align with environmental responsibility and long-term industry growth.
The new look focuses on the sustainable strawberry’s taste, says the fresh produce grower, marketer and distributor.
Operating inside F&S Fresh Foods, Floura & Co. transforms produce trimmings such as watermelon rinds, apple cores and mango peels into nutritious fiber bars, saving them from landfills.
PwC presented the Irish fruit importer with the ‘Sustainable Project of the Year: Agrifood’ award.
Fermata says its Croptimus system provides greenhouse and field growers with 24/7 crop monitoring, helping detect plant health issues early to improve yields and reduce waste.
The kiwifruit marketer seeks to rally innovators and pioneers for its Zespri Innovation Fund, which launched November 2023.
A competition fostering sustainable solutions recognized the FruiFresh team for creating a charcoal cooling system designed to preserve fresh produce.
With year-round availability and daily harvesting, the company said it is providing a reliable, sustainable alternative to seasonal field lettuce, reducing food waste and offering a cost-efficient solution for grocers and foodservice operators.
“Bringing It To The Table” introduces audiences to Mucci Farms and its nearly 700 acres of tomato, pepper, cucumber, eggplant, lettuce and strawberry greenhouses.
Using raised, compact soil beds at Florida farm reduced the amount of water, fumigants and fertilizer needed to treat the crops, while maintaining or increasing yields.
The company has unveiled a short film to highlight sustainable agriculture practices and says it will donate a portion of Tractor Beverage sales in March to support farmers.
Partnership for Growth LA seeks to democratize and scale urban farming and enhance food accessibility through its flagship program, Freedom Farms.
A Kansas City couple’s dream was flourishing, then came the reality of balancing urban ag and city codes.
In this “Tip of the Iceberg” podcast episode, third-generation pistachio grower and HotSpot Ag President James Nichols shares how data and innovative technology can help deploy water where its most needed.
Germany-based Aldi South Group has set a goal to reach net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across its entire value chain by 2050.
The USDA will invest in at least 18 irrigation districts to help farmers continue commodity production while also conserving water across the West.
Joelle Mosso, associate vice president of science programs for Western Growers, talks about the conflicting needs of sustainability and food safety in fresh produce in this episode of the “Tip of the Iceberg” podcast.
Divert Inc. has released data showing wasted food measured nearly 30% higher in summertime than the winter months.
The company says the updated sensing solution, already in use worldwide, enables first-of-its-kind, high-resolution heat mapping of bee activity and features improved sensing and pollinator monitoring capabilities that enable predictive models for pollination success.
Whether it’s by using recyclable packaging, installing solar energy systems or implementing myriad other environmentally friendly practices, berry grower-shippers say they’re committed to sustainability.
The company’s second annual report highlights its efforts in sustainability such as utilizing organic diversion programs in 85% of its stores.
Flashfood says the platform will support local retailers by providing a solution to attract new customers, boost profits, and provide affordable fresh food in their communities while reducing food waste.
Earlier this summer, Harris Teeter and Washington Fruit Growers teamed to provide fresh produce to those in need through their “Apples in Action” campaign.
Syngenta has incorporated Cool Farm Tool into its Cropwise Sustainability application to help growers track on-farm greenhouse gas emissions.
Building on the working group with the Canadian Produce Marketing Association, Qfresh Lab will support the collaboration with documentation, implementation strategies and more.