Sustainability news archive – Page 11
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PodcastsFruitbox 99 · Christelle Bertin, Blue Whale
Chris speaks with Christelle Bertin of Blue Whale on confronting environmental challenges
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ArticleGetting set for the EU’s new CSR directive
As the Corporate Social Responsibility Directive (CSRD) starts taking effect, Joanna Nathanson, Freshfel policy advisor on sustainability and international affairs, and Frederic Rosseneu, Freshfel vice president and sustainability manager at Greenyard, shed some light on its expected impact in 2024 and beyond
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ArticleSpar Slovenia removes single-use plastic bags
Retailer is first in Slovenia to phase out the bags from all of its fresh produce departments
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ArticleIFCO launches "game-changing" reusable plastic pallet
Dora is a light, durable, hygienic and sustainable alternative to wooden pallets with RPC compatibility
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NewsBeeHero makes Global Cleantech 100 list
Precision pollination leader is honoured for its innovation and sustainability excellence for the second consecutive year
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NewsRSPB report reveals rising demand for ‘nature-friendly’ farming
Research shows how RSPB’s Fair to Nature certification can help growers, food businesses and consumers to “restore the balance of nature in farming” – and benefit from that
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ArticleVog targets Middle Eastern organic apple market
Consortium recently showcased its organics offer at Dubai’s Organic & Natural Products Expo
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NewsEnglish veg volumes hit by flooding
Various winter vegetables have been badly affected by flooding across England, with Nationwide Produce reporting shortages
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ArticleFrance’s Interfel confirms support for ditching plastic packaging
Despite the concerns of some environmental groups that France’s decree to ban plastic packaging on fruit and vegetables doesn’t go far enough, Interfel’s Laurent Grandin backs the sector’s efforts
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NewsDefra announces SFI changes including increased payments
Changes to the Sustainable Farming Incentive for 2024 to include higher payments and new options such as support for precision farming
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NewsFlamingo co-founder Richard Evans knighted
Former boss of Flamingo Horticulture recognised by King Charles for contributions to business, sport and charity in Kenya and the UK
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ArticleAldi donates 1.5 million meals over Christmas and New Year
The supermarket teamed up with charities to supply its unsold food to those in need over the festive period
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NewsFairtrade initiative to help UK retailers collaborate on sustainability
Sustainability initiative created by the Fairtrade Foundation has become the first of its kind in the UK to go through the Competition and Markets Authority’s new open-door policy for green agreements between businesses
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NewsTim O’Malley becomes FareShare trustee
Group managing director of Nationwide Produce to chair redistribution charity’s food committee
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ArticleAldi slashes food waste and sets new 2030 target
The UK’s fourth largest supermarket announces 57 per cent reduction in food waste since 2017
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ArticleHaciendasBio completes financial restructuring and names Teo Barredo as new CEO
Oquendo Capital becomes the majority shareholder through a capital increase as company’s enters next phase of strategic plan
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ArticleDenmark ranks first for organic purchases in the EU
Denmark outdoes other European countries including France, Germany and Italy when it comes to buying organic food, a trend highlighted at a recent event in Copenhagen organised by Made in Nature
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NewsNCGM supplier donates 3.5 tonnes of fresh produce to Crisis UK
Rushton’s at New Covent Garden Market donates fruit and veg to help feed London homeless over Christmas
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ArticleCosta trials recyclable paper bag for mandarins
Recyclable packaging to be tested on mandarins following successful grape packaging design
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AnalysisIf you thought 2023 was turbulent, just wait for 2024
Looking ahead to the next 12 months, John Giles of Promar International predicts further change in the fresh produce industry due to digitalisation, inflation, trade friction and climate change