Sustainability news archive – Page 24
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NewsChanges ahead for pallets and packaging
FEFPEB membership hears tech advances will transform pallets and packaging within ten years, driven by AI
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NewsSanLucar receives CSR award
Company is recognised by the Valencia Chamber of Commerce for the corporate responsibility that it practices worldwide
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NewsM&S launches its first autonomous field trial to grow lower-carbon parsnips
The trial is using some of the latest farming technology and forms part of M&S’ ambitions to reach net-zero by 2040
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NewsFairtrade creates “resilient” banana supply chains
The minimum price for Fairtrade bananas at ‘ex-works’ level is to increase by an average of 3.6 per cent compared to 2023
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NewsTesco, Sainsbury’s, and M&S to sell British strawberries at Christmas
West Sussex-based supplier The Summer Berry Company believed to be first to offer year-round commercial production of strawberries in UK
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NewsAsda trials careers programmes at West Yorkshire schools
Retailer wants to encourage children to engage with sustainability issues, while demonstrating career opportunities in food and drink
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NewsFischer Farms appoints former Moy Park boss Chris Kirke as CEO
Kirke has over 26 years’ experience in FMCG in the US and UK and will look to drive commercial expansion
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NewsMorrisons aims to inspire next generation with British food tours
New ‘British Food Module’ will teach children how Morrisons food is produced and the benefits of supporting UK producers
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NewsProspects high for Pink Lady this apple campaign
While total apple volumes from Europe are down this season, Pink Lady expects production to grow by 5 per cent, with quality set to maintain the brand’s high standards
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NewsReport finds strong link between food insecurity and poor mental health
Anxiety, depression, high stress levels and self-harm are among the mental health impacts reported by those without reliable access to food in UK
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NewsPortugal’s Rocha pear crop will be lower than forecast
National assocation of producers says production will be less than half potential volume for third successive year
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NewsColombia’s largest banana exporter excited about new port
Much-awaited opening of Puerto Antioquia in north of country also represents watershed moment for exports of avocados, mangoes and plantains
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NewsEosta switches to seafreight for Peruvian Ataulfo mangoes
The delicate Ataulfo mango, previously only transported by air from Peru, is now available by sea, according to Dutch organics distributor Eosta
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NewsDP World says new, high-tech vessels cut costs and benefit planet
Addition of two more advanced ships is part of plan to introduce greater fuel efficiency across its entire fleet, says company
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NewsDutch veg growers aim to be chemical-free by 2026
Growers United, Harvest House, Oxin Growers, The Greenery, and Zon oversee trial projects to explore alternative production methods
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News‘Options limited’ for importers as US port strike continues
Suppliers and distributors hope for speedy resolution to dispute as shipments are diverted – some to destinations outside country
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NewsZeropack returns with renewed strategy
Company will be at Fruit Attraction to showcase its 100 per cent biobased and biodegradable products
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NewsFresh Inset and Janssen PMP in Vidre+ partnership
The companies initially worked together to evaluate the technology for post-harvest storage and fresh produce transportation
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NewsSoluna apple shows promise in Asia, as production expands
The first batch of Soluna apples grown in Europe is expected to be exported to Asia this year, while Australian volumes are forecast to grow by 15 per cent, as momentum builds for the brand in the region
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NewsSunkist donations promote healthy eating
Citrus specialist commits to fruit donations with Brighter Bites as it promotes healthier eating habits among children and families