Smart Approaches to Sustainability in Fresh

Sustainability is a topic of growing importance to consumers, and it needs to be prioritized by leaders in the fresh foods industry. However, this is easier said than done.

Comparing Florverde Sustainable Flowers and GLOBALG.A.P + GRASP

October 28, 2019 Florverde

It is increasingly evident that, in the world of certification standards, new initiatives appear or are being promoted by different markets that aim to become regional or global references.

The Star Group: Wash Your Plastics Down the Drain

October 23, 2019 The Star Group

The Star Group is working with synthetic biology to create a plastic punnet that consumers can put directly into their backyard or balcony composter. The Star Group goal is to create a circular bioeconomy in packaging that enhances the display of fresh produce and is completely sustainable and has zero impact on the environment.

Mucci Farms wins Best Sustainable Packaging Award at Fresh Summit 2019

October 22, 2019 Mucci Farms

“To win this category in particular is exciting because sustainability is by far the top of mind subject in the food industry today,” says Emily Murracas, Director of Marketing.

Bedford Industries’ TagBack Initiative Seeks to Close Sustainability Gap in Produce Supply Chain

October 22, 2019 Bedford Industries

Bedford Industries has launched the TagBack™ initiative, a first-of-its kind program aimed at recycling retail produce tags and ties.