Sustainability
The collaboration seeks to develop neopestalotiopsis resistance in existing University of Florida cultivars.
A research project will delve into regenerative agriculture practices currently conducted by almond growers in California to understand the expected benefits and trade-offs of new practices and systems.
Sunrays says the adoption of Tipa’s compostable packaging is step toward reducing plastic waste while meeting consumer demand for sustainable solutions.
The workforce development and certification organization is touting the success and rapid growth of the Ethical Charter Implementation Program.
With produce industry use of reusable plastic containers and pallets rising, providers seek to push ahead with efficiency, cost effectiveness and sustainability.
America’s Conservation Ag Movement explores the intersection of farming, food and family on one Louisiana farm.
Sustainability in the fresh produce industry means many different things to different stakeholders, so what does the future hold for the industry?
Alexandra Colfer and Kubir Sandhu have joined the sustainability firm, which says the moves enhance its capacity to support the fresh produce industry.
The International Fresh Produce Association’s vice president of sustainability spoke with The Packer about her experience at COP29 and what’s ahead for sustainability in 2025.
The USDA said it prioritized projects that anticipate or demonstrate economic benefits, incorporate plans to make composting accessible to farmers and community gardeners, integrate food waste strategies such as food recovery efforts and more.
Jeana Cadby, director of environment and climate for Western Growers, talks about a working group addressing the changing produce packaging requirements imposed by governments and retailers.
Only 13% of U.S. respondents viewed food and beverage companies as part of the problem when it comes to reducing packaging waste, while 40% saw them as part of the solution.
The grocer has committed to carbon dioxide refrigerants in new stores and propane for all stand-alone refrigerator cases.
Canadawide Fruits, Les Entreprises Pitre partner with Bleu & Bon to supply the company with raw materials to develop into fruit-based products.
The discount grocer recaps highlights, best-selling products and shopper trends from 2024.
Reusable products suppliers say resistance to making the switch often is based on misconceptions, especially about costs and logistics.
The FruitGuys Community Fund supports a range of sustainable agriculture initiatives, with the 2025 application period opening in January.
The ProActive Recyclable RP-1000 Paper Series has earned nominations in the sustainability and technical design categories.
Sustainable chef Cathy Katin-Grazzini shares insights into how the produce industry can help bolster consumers’ sustainability efforts.
Upstream Biotechnology will partner with Bene Seeds to create heirloom tomatoes with excellent shelf life and disease resistance.
Re-Nuble, Chapul Farms and the IPM Institute will partner with 16 farms to study the use of insect frass on apples, corn, leafy greens, squash and tomatoes.
Yelloway One has earned a Suitable Innovation Award for advancing sustainability and resilience in global agriculture.
The versatile mushroom plays a leading role in plant-based eating, providing an opportunity for retailers to appeal to health- and sustainability-conscious consumers.
Growers continue to pursue practices driving efficiency and reducing waste while meeting growing consumer demand.
The Canadian-based importer and marketer of fair trade bananas is on a mission to ensure farmers are paid fairly.
Industry insiders say such practices should be seen as an asset to operations, despite some challenges.
HarvestHold Fresh uses a humidity-activated delivery system to gradually release 1-methylcyclopropene that slows the aging process while preserving the natural ripening rhythm of produce, says Verdant Technologies.
Sollum Technologies and Leaficient say the system makes real-time adjustments based on plant growth and productivity.
The workforce development and certification organization said it has responded to market feedback with a new approach to its training and auditing processes.