Sustainability & environment news and analysis – Page 98
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NewsIceland develops recyclable paper packaging for frozen seafood
It is said to be one of the world’s first paper recyclable packaging solutions for frozen food
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NewsSouthern Co-op removes ‘fire risk’ disposable barbecues from sale
The society said it was a permanent decision and was made to protect local wildlife and ecosystems
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Comment & OpinionThe ‘Ecovado’ highlights the pitfalls of a plant-based diet. Just don’t ask me to eat one
The creation highlights the environmental damage caused by intensive crop production
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NewsMedia Bites: Retail sustainability, Amazon, Pets at Home
Household names from Tesco to Ocado are failing to give enough information about how they will survive in a ‘greener’ economy, according to data
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Comment & OpinionRefill or prefill: which is best in the reusable packaging quest?
The number of green initiatives being discarded or watered down amid the cost of living crisis is growing
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Analysis & FeaturesWhy did Tesco call time on Loop packaging-free trial?
Tesco says a cultural shift from shoppers is needed, while Loop and other experts say scale and execution are also issues
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NewsWype lines up seed funding round to scale wet wipe alternative brand
Sustainable personal care challenger Wype has secured pre-seed financing ahead of a bigger round later this year to help bring its wet-wipe-in-a-bottle innovation to supermarket shelves.
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NewsCrop shortages expected in coming months due to water scarcity, growers warn
Growers have warned that potato, onion, carrot and brassica crops are likely to be impacted by severe water shortages
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NewsM&S stops sale of disposable barbecues in all stores over fire concerns
The move comes after Aldi and Waitrose announced earlier this year they were banning the sale of instant barbecues from their stores
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NewsNearly 90% of consumers would eat wonky fruit and veg, according to new survey
Despite these findings, up to 40% of fruit and veg grown globally is going to waste, with misshapen products are often rejected
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Comment & OpinionSustainable supply chains are even more vital in the cost of living crisis
It would be all too easy for suppliers to cut sustainability budgets, but this would be short-sighted, says Fairtrade Foundation CEO Michael Gidney
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Comment & OpinionWhy Morrisons’ insect-fed eggs could be just the beginning
Morrisons, which has this week launched carbon neutral eggs from hens fed on insects, believes this type of environmentally friendly feed and production process could be a game changer
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NewsRiverford Organic Farmers expands wholesale arm following 25% year-on-year growth
The company said demand for wholesale had increased by 25% year on year, with demand from farm shops, cafés and retail up 37% and restaurants 43%
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NewsAldi ends packaging-free trial at store in Cumbria
The trial launched in April last year, with the introduction of a bank of dispensers containing pasta and rice to an Aldi store in Ulverston, Cumbria
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NewsTesco, Sainsbury’s and Waitrose partner for $11m zero deforestation soy initiative
The supermarket-backed Responsible Commodities Facility will provide finance to 36 farms in the Cerrado, Brazil
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NewsLab grown palm oil alternative step closer as Clean Food Group secures seed financing
It is hoped the lab-grown, cellular-based alternative could help reduce the detrimental environmental impact of palm oil production
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NewsWaitrose to remove best before dates on 500 products to tackle food waste
From September, the supermarket will remove dates on produce such as root vegetables, grapes, citrus and apples, as well as indoor plants
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NewsPilgrim’s UK invests £10m into sustainability projects
The investment will fund a series of process innovations and operational improvements
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NewsPlastic bag use down 97% since charges introduced, new figures show
The data suggest the war on plastic bags is back on track after being dealt a major blow during the pandemic
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Comment & OpinionIs President Bolsonaro a help or hindrance to Brazilian agribusiness?
This week, the Global Agribusiness Forum in São Paulo has been reflecting on Brazil’s denigrated image in the eyes of the world