New Research Uncovers Consumer and Industry Perspectives on Sustainability in the Floral Industry

January 20, 2025 The National Tribune

The first study focuses on U.S. consumers’ overall perceptions and willingness to pay for sustainable environmental practices in the floral industry. It highlights growing awareness and demand for eco-conscious options, with many consumers indicating a preference for sustainably sourced flowers and environmentally responsible packaging.

Winter Fancy Food Show Spotlights Innovative Specialty Dairy Made with Sustainably Sourced Milk from California

CMAB will sample an assortment of dairy applications including artisan cheeses, desserts, cheese snacks and dips, and dairy based wellness shots.

Vertical Cold Storage Opens New Kansas City Facility

January 16, 2025 Vertical Cold Storage

The facility features 47,000 pallet positions, state-of-the-art blast freezing technology, and  multiple rooms convertible from +35° F to -20° F. The building design and construction used innovative materials and systems to reduce energy consumption.

Sustainabloom Releases 3 New Guides Focusing on Social Sustainability

January 16, 2025 Sustainabloom

These new guides, developed by researchers at NC State University, offer valuable insights into key areas such as employee continued education, health benefits, and diversity, equity, and inclusion.

GreenGasUSA and Pilgrim’s Pride Announce the Commissioning of Sumter RNG Project

January 16, 2025 Pilgrim's Pride

At the Pilgrim’s Sumter processing facility, GreenGas is building upon existing methane capture capabilities and investment to convert biogas from wastewater streams, upgrading the biogas to pipeline quality RNG. The collaboration is expected to reduce greenhouse gas emissions at the Sumter facility while improving wastewater operations, as well as local air and water quality.