All Sustainability articles – Page 4
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NewsWestfalia unveils avocado ’orchard of the future’
The ‘genetic library’ hosts over 140 avocado varieties from around the world as researchers breed the varieties of the future, including novel shapes, jumbo sizes and different flavours
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NewsFreshfel backs EAT-Lancet call for fruit and vegetable policy shift
Freshfel Europe has welcomed the latest EAT-Lancet report on sustainable food systems, saying it aligns with the association’s calls for a drastic shift in EU policies to position fruit and vegetables as key partners in addressing rising societal challenges
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NewsEAT-Lancet report puts fresh produce at heart of future diets
Influential publication underlines the importance of plant-rich diets for the good of people and planet
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NewsPortugal’s Rocha pear harvest stays low for fourth year
Growers are understood to be facing another challenging year, with production well below its potential
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NewsFyffes wins sustainability excellence award
Global banana and fruit producer Fyffes has been recognised for its environmental sustainability efforts at the FPC Fresh Awards in London, winning the Ethical Sustainability Excellence 2025 award
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NewsChiquita could sell Italian bananas by 2026
Company has reportedly agreed to establish an organic production trial in Sicily, working with local cooperative Alba Bio
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FeaturesExceptional quality cheers Belgian topfruit growers
After last season’s wet conditions, Belgium’s organic apple and pear producers welcomed this summer’s unusually sunny weather, which is partly responsible for the “incredible quality” of the new harvest
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NewsSaveggy launches plant-based coating in Sweden
Swedish startup announces one-month pilot for cucumbers with Ica and Swedish grower Odlarna
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NewsSemillas Fitó scoops sustainability prize at Retina ECO 2025 Awards
Company recognised for developing the first specific methodology for measuring the ecological footprint of vegetable varieties
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NewsIBO Summit 2025 brings together global blueberry participants
The International Blueberry Organization Summit 2025 brought together 575 participants from 32 countries in South Africa, highlighting the region’s growing role as a key producer and exporter in the global blueberry market.
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NewsIGD unveils framework for healthier and more sustainable food system
Grocery charity outlines seven ‘levers’ that companies can pull to boost healthy eating
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NewsJingold partners with SpongeBob for kiwifruit campaign
Cartoon character will convey Jingold kiwifruit’s healthiness and vitality, with special promotions set to run until late January
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NewsMaersk retrofits 200 vessels to cut emissions and costs
AP Moller-Maersk is retrofitting around 200 vessels in its time-chartered fleet in collaboration with 50 shipowners to reduce slot costs, improve fuel efficiency and cut greenhouse gas emissions as part of its 2030 sustainability targets
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NewsPerino tomatoes introduces cardboard packaging innovation
Costa, Coles and Opal join forces to trial cardboard packaging in Victoria
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NewsPolytunnel refusals are troubling: We need them to climate-proof UK production
Tunnel installation is a small price to pay for climate resilient food production and planning rules should reflect that, writes Nina Pullman
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NewsSoft fruit grower loses retrospective planning application for polytunnels
The New Forest Fruit Company may have to remove 15 polytunnels installed to expand its vine production and wine venture after ruling by planning inspectors and local objections
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NewsComment: Why we need to talk about seasonality
Reawakening consumer understanding of seasonality could help boost British produce sales and incentivise growers to diversify into other crops that suit UK conditions, writes founder of procurement group Regency Purchasing, Alex Demetriou, as British Food Fortnight kicks off
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NewsGlobal snack market reaches US$693bn in retail sales
The global snack market has reached US$693bn in retail sales in 2024, with savoury snacks maintaining their position as the leading category despite economic challenges and shifting consumer preferences
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NewsInterfel relaunches Fraich’Force animation series for French children
French association announces return of its animation series, which features twelve new episodes encouraging fruit and vegetable consumption among six to ten year-olds
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NewsLow-carbon British broccoli hits shelves at Tesco
Launch is a new development from supermarket’s concept farms