Sustainability news archive – Page 120
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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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VideoVideo: Port shows how life has changed
Despite new challenges caused by coronavirus, the German importer remains committed to sourcing sustainably
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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