All Sustainability articles – Page 189
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Plastic wrap used on half of fresh produce
New survey by British Growers Association will track the industry's packaging trends amid increased scrutiny of plastic
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Audio: Vertical farming really is a revolution
Monsanto's Bruno Libbrecht explains the implications of new production techniques for consumers and growers all over the world
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Cool Port lands BREEAM certificate
The Kloosterboer-run coldstore in Rotterdam has been awarded 'outstanding' BREEAM certification
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Indian state bans plastic packaging
The state of Maharashtra issued a ban on plastic packaging resulting in the closure of over 500 manufacturing units
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South Africa considers water future
Workshop by leading UK importer considers initiatives measuring water sustainability risks in South Africa
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Soft-fruit grower launches as LEAF demo farm
Berry business recognised for environmental standards will showcase Integrated Farm Management to other growers
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New toolkit to help improve soil health
Resources gathered in GREATsoils project include online guides with practical advice from growers on testing and improving soil health
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New school veg campaign kicks off
ProVeg UK are offering a range of experts to help introduce more plant-based meals into school kitchens
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Organic push for UAE farmers
UAE farmers are being encouraged to diversify local production with organics and various fruits to boost sustainability and food security
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Iceland trials paper carrier bags
Retailer explores whether customers are willing to switch to 10p paper bags as it steps up war on plastic
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Alarm-fitted fruit bowl could cut waste
Device that alerts you when contents are about to go out of date will be turned into a product by major UK food retailer
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"Major risk" that UK will fail agri-emissions targets
The latest Committee on Climate Change report stated more needs to be done in agriculture to reduce greenhouse gases
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Brit companies create recyclable pulp punnet
New tray is being rolled out across retailers and grocers as an alternative to plastic
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Morrisons paper veg bags 'worse for environment'
Supermarket’s switch to recyclable paper bags for loose fruit and veg could contribute to global warming more than plastic ones, experts warn
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Plastic-free aisle on the move
The campaign to show consumers that a plastic-free future is possible has gone mobile as Ekoplaza and A Plastic Planet take the Plastic-Free Aisle on the road
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New tree gadget cuts water use in half
South African farmer Louis Loubser designed the "Treehog" to preserve water in times of drought
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Chilean avo growers hit back at drought claims
Exporters have travelled to Europe to challenge claims made in the Guardian their industry has caused a drought
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UAE provides local support
Local producers of fruit and vegetables in the UAE are receiving support from both retailers and the government to boost quality and sustainability
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The anti-plastics movement: obstacle or opportunity
Produce Plus columnist Lisa Cork looks at why moving with the times could prove advantageous when it comes to packaging
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RPCs have CO2 edge
Study by the SIM finds reusable containers for fruit and vegetables result in 60 per cent lower CO2 emissions than cardboard packaging