All Environment articles – Page 17
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Freshfel strives for standardised environmental methodology
Association’s Environmental Footprint Initiative embarks on a shadow Product Environmental Footprint Category Rule for fruit and vegetables
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‘Support precision breeding bill,’ NIAB urges MPs
If passed, new bill would supercharge investment in UK crop innovation and reduction in pesticides, crop science group says
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Mindful Chef launches regenerative farming programme
New initiative from recipe box brand supports suppliers to reduce carbon emissions and enhance biodiversity
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Riverford campaign urges switch from pumpkins to squash
New research by veg box provider shows consumers think land used to grow decorative Halloween pumpkins should be put to better food use
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Continued potential for Tunisian fruits
Soaring costs, including for airfreight, are a huge challenge for Tunisia’s fruit sector, but exports to Libya are on the rise, while European expansion is in sight
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Quality key for Greek kiwifruit despite crises
Greek kiwifruit companies continue to aim for top quality in the face of a succession of challenges concerning the climate, energy and consumption
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MerryBerry responds to changing environment
The Romanian blueberry specialist is reacting to changes in the climate, as well as the challenge of soaring costs, but its commitment to organic remains undiminished, according to sales director Radu Niculescu
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Del Monte highlights sustainability milestones
Group highlights advancements toward reaching 2030 Sustainability Goals by releasing its new sustainability report
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Broadcaster Tom Heap hosts NFS debate
Sky News and BBC broadcaster Tom Heap to chair key environment debate at the National Fruit Show in Kent next week
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Westfalia avocados helping to protect biodiversity in Portugal
Through its ‘farming with nature’ project at its farm in Alcácer do Sal, the company ensures the area’s biodiverse habitat is preserved
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Angus Soft Fruits in sustainable packaging first
Company becomes Britain’s first berry supplier to import strawberries using new SPA Airlite punnet
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Westfalia creates a buzz by using insects for natural pest control in orchards
Company hopes using insects and other natural control methods will contribute to its global target to enhance tree health and minimise the use of pesticides
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Spiderman and Hulk star for Jingold kiwifruit
Marvel characters including Iron Man, Thor and Spiderman are fronting European promotions of smaller sized Jingold kiwifruit for kids following a licensing agreement with Disney
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Freshfel Europe urges action as energy costs soar
Rocketing energy prices have prompted the European fresh produce association to call for action to mitigate the “far-reaching” impact on the fruit and vegetables sector
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Sunrays brand reinforces sustainability credentials
All of the brand’s grape suppliers are in the process of achieving Sustainably Grown certification
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Zespri switches to compostable labels in European markets
Move is part of marketer’s efforts to ensure that all of its packaging is 100 per cent recyclable, reusable or compostable by 2025
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Learn from the best at Global Berry Congress 2022
Hear from the industry’s leading players in Rotterdam on 15 November, and learn how the berry category will change in a post-pandemic world
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Defra to invest £12.5m in ag automation
Defra secretary pledges £12.5m investment to drive innovation in high-tech agriculture
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UK plastic tax registrations rise
UK Plastic Packaging Tax (PPT) registrations rise as fresh deadline looms, packaging data services provider reports
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Port of Antwerp-Bruges confirms Europa Terminal renewal
The nine-year project is set to boost container capacity and aid the transition to climate-neutral, according to the port