Sustainability
Producers may use the label to self-declare products that are produced with sustainable practices associated with lower greeenhouse gas emissions than those produced by conventional cultivation.
Most packaging suppliers tout myriad “sustainable” innovations they’ve adopted. But the concept begs the question: At what cost?
The event’s Oct. 2 keynote will give attendees the chance to participate in the ongoing conversation shaping the course of sustainable and innovative food production, organizers say.
The cooperative says it’s working with Measure to Improve on a comprehensive strategy focusing on climate-smart agriculture, reducing plastic packaging and engaging growers in environmental stewardship.
University of Georgia researchers have evaluated the technology as a tool for rapidly sensing abrupt temperature changes in crops in real time, as such spikes can lead to premature spoilage and rotting.
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.
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 USDA said the “Fifth U.S. National Climate Assessment” finds that global average temperatures from 2012 to 2021 were close to 2 degrees F warmer than the preindustrial period (1850 to 1899).
The new platform evaluates the medium- and long-term climate risks facing an organization’s agricultural supply chain to secure sustainable sourcing.
The retail grocer highlights sustainability efforts in conjunction with the recognition for its leadership in reducing refrigerant emissions.
“These certifications validate our commitment to social responsibility and environmental conservation, ensuring that our avocados are grown and packed with care for our people, our communities and nature,” said Armando Garcia, director of sustainability.
Farmers are natural environmentalists, produce businesses say, which is a natural fit for incorporating renewable energy into operations.
The biennial sustainability report for 2022-23 details the environmental and social practices the company has implemented during the period.
Kwik Lok continues to invest in materials science to develop closure options that are reliable and better positioned for recyclability, said Karen Reed, global director of marketing and communications for the Yakima, Wash.-based company.
The Wenatchee, Wash.-based marketer points to efforts in packaging, social responsibility and communications.
The initiative received the Marketing Excellence Award for its messaging ‘takeover’ at Windsor International Airport touting the benefits of Ontario-grown greenhouse produce.
The sustainable solutions provider of crop protection and natural pollination highlights its efforts to decrease its greenhouse gas emissions and more.
Russellville, Ark.-based Denali has introduced ReCirculate, its compost and organic potting soil product made from food waste sourced from thousands of grocery stores.
Highlights include how the company achieved its Science Based Targets initiative-approved Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas reduction goal well before a 2030 target.
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.
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.
Reusable packaging supplier IFCO has released its ESG Report 2024, giving an account of the company’s environmental, social and governance performance throughout IFCO’s fiscal year 2024.
RRD’s 2024 “Packaging & Labels Insight Report” notes that companies are also investing in sustainability initiatives and focusing on expanding their e-commerce operations to better meet customer demand.
Newark, N.J.-based AeroFarms won the Responsible Business Award for Sustainable Innovation at the Ethical Corporation Awards, a Reuters event.
Rouge River Farms, a sweet corn grower in Florida, Georgia, Virginia and Ontario, has all of its U.S. operations certified by the Equitable Food Initiative.
Wholesum, an Amado, Ariz.-based fair trade, organic grower-shipper, published its Conscientious Company report for the 2018 fiscal year, highlighting social and environmental responsibility efforts.
Produce companies and grocery retailers continued to look for more ways to reduce food waste in 2019 as federal government agencies announced a major initiative around that same goal.
The Stewardship Index for Specialty Crops (SISC) online calculator will take wing in February to help produce growers document and report on the sustainability practices they are using in their businesses.