All Sustainability articles – Page 188
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ArticleMicroplastics found in fruit and veg
Two peer-reviewed studies found that fruit and vegetables are not immune from the widespread contamination of our food, water, soil and air by microplastics
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ArticleDownload your free report on Covid-19
Fruitnet has teamed up with Fruit Logistica to provide in-depth analysis of the pandemic's impact on fresh produce companies
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ArticleNew varieties key for Egyptian grapes
Despite the challenges posed by Covid-19, Egyptian coop EGO is continuing its efforts to extend the grape season, according to MD Hassan Zaher
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ArticleCalifornia Giant boosts summer blues supply
Company has become the first US blueberry grower to be recognised as Bee Better Certified by the Xerces Society
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ArticleVertical farming offers solutions
Vertical farming has long been seen as a solution to rising populations and increasing urbanisation, but its efficiency may make it key to sustainability in general
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ArticleCalls to reinstate school fruit and veg scheme
New petition urges government to bring back dropped School Fruit and Vegetables Scheme
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ArticleRiverford publishes first sustainability report
Carbon footprint calculation by organic veg box company has led to target for emissions reduction and investment in electric vans and solar
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ArticleK+N exceeds ten-year sustainability goals
Logistics company has now launched a Net Zero Carbon sustainability programme for the next ten years
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ArticleMSC targets carbon neutrality
Shipping giant announces new programme in partnership with South Pole to lower carbon emissions
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ArticleBroccoli not just for winter
This season, France’s Prince de Bretagne is reminding consumers that broccoli is a summer vegetable, as well as highlighting its eco-friendly ranges
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ArticleUK and EU farmers unite in call for free trade agreement
NFU president says it is “disappointing” that little progress has been made in trade talks, stressing importance of agri-food exports to UK
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ArticleNew report sheds light on Covid-19 impact
In-depth report published by Fruitnet explains how the pandemic is changing the fresh produce business
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ArticleCovid-19 speeds up mechanical evolution
Rijk Zwaan has outlined how vegetable growers are looking to accelerate a switch to mechanical harvesting
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ArticleSteve’s Leaves extends range
Sweet Beets & Little Leaves becomes third bagged salad in brand’s range
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ArticleFreshfel Europe responds on Farm to Fork
Though supportive of the scope of the EU’s Strategy, Freshfel Europe warns of its impact on the competitiveness of a sector already investing heavily in sustainability
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ArticleWoolworths’ green commitment
A new trial will see cardboard boxes used in the Fresh Food Kids range, just one of the retailer’s wider sustainable goals
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ArticleVitacress scheme is "next level" of sustainability
New Vitacress Farm Excellence programme sees the salad supplier team up with LEAF Marque
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ArticleAntwerp requests sustainable proposals
The Port of Antwerp has issued a Request for Proposals to farmers on the Left Bank of the Scheldt, with the goal of stimulating nature-inclusive agriculture
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PodcastsFruitbox: Exclusive interview with Alk Brand, Westfalia
Conversation series continues its look at the avocado business in an exclusive interview with the group's new CEO
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ArticleBelco ready for opportunities
As Egypt's grape season heats up, the exporter sees flexibility, innovation and investment as the best ways to respond to the present challenges, says export manager Shereen Serry