Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy, EPA Announce Memorandum of Understanding

The checkoff-founded Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy announced a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that will open doors for increased collaboration in areas of mutual interest and allow the agency to gain a deeper understanding of and support for U.S. dairy farmers and the broader dairy community’s environmental sustainability efforts.

Silver Fern Farms Launches New National E-Commerce Platform in the United States

November 12, 2020 Silver Fern Farms

New Zealand’s largest red meat producer and exporter, Silver Fern Farms aims to be the most sustainable grass-fed red meat company in the world.

Blue Circle Foods Introduces Sustainably Sourced Shrimp

November 2, 2020 Blue Circle Foods

Pacific White Shrimp is the latest catch from sustainable seafood company Blue Circle Foods. Farmed in partnership with Lanec Corporation, Blue Circle Shrimp is raised with high ecological standards in remote Ecuador and provides an affordable sustainable choice for shoppers.

Florint Introduces ‘Sustainable Florist’, A Global Sustainability Standard For Florist Entrepreneurs

November 2, 2020 Florint

Florint, the International Florist Organisation, has approved a proposal to establish a new worldwide ‘Sustainable Florist’ standard, at its General Assembly on 16 October 2020. The standard, developed together with experts from SMK, sets a firm baseline in ecological and social responsibility for florists.

Placon Recognizes SC Johnson with Sustainability Award

November 2, 2020 Placon

Placon welcomed H. Fisk Johnson III to Madison today where he was presented with an outstanding achievement sustainability award. The sustainability award recognizes top customers who promote a circular economy. SC Johnson diverted over 119 million plastic water bottles from landfills in 2019 by purchasing their PET packaging from Placon.