All Sustainability articles – Page 47
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NewsStePacPPC upgrades packaging to improve mushroom shelf-life
Breakthrough in packaging addresses shelf-life challenges for whole and sliced mushrooms
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NewsOrganics Europe reminds MEPs of “unsuitability” of PEF tool for agri-food
The Green Claims Directive is seen as an important step in the EU food system’s green transition, but the organic movement warns the use of the Product Environmental Footprint will ”open the door to greenwashing”
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CommentIs the UK eco-conscious grocery market really growing?
Richard Clark of market analyst MrQual Research delves into data it has gathered on the factors that are important to UK shoppers when buying fruit and vegetables
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NewsNFU and AHDB to commission farm assurance review
The time is right for a joint review to determine whether current assurance schemes are fit for purpose, say farming organisations
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CommentComment: Six essential steps towards sustainability
Any company that wants to secure its future must integrate sustainability into its business plan. But that’s easier said than done, says Richard Bonn, co-founder of Aethr Associates
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NewsChristmas box proves a cracker for Earth & Wheat
Wonky veg supplier enjoys year-on-year sales surge of more than 100 per cent for its festive box
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NewsSpread increases cut lettuce shelf-life with new Techno Fresh method
First large-scale salad processing plant implementing Techno Fresh method under construction in Japan
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NewsEuropean berry consumers feel the heat from Morocco
Unprecedented summer heat in Morocco delayed plantings of raspberries and strawberries last year, contributing to shortages and price rises on the European market this season
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NewsThe watermelon aiming to Exceed expectations at Fruit Logistica
The new Exceed watermelon from Staay Food Group and Hazera has been nominated for the Fruit Logistica Innovation Award
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NewsCity Harvest could double daily output thanks to depot expansion
New mezzanine floor at food redistributor’s depot will allow it to process an additional 60,000 meals a day and respond to escalating food poverty
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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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NewsGetting 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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NewsSpar 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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NewsIFCO 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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NewsVog 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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NewsFrance’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