AeroFarms Shuts Down Virginia Vertical Farm Amid Funding Shortages
In a troubling turn of events, AeroFarms, a prominent player in vertical farming, finds itself at a critical juncture. Just two years after emerging from...
Tag : Sustainability
Automation + AI: The Next Wave Transforming Food & Beverage Supply Chains
Last year’s deep dive into automation in food & beverage highlighted how robotics, mechanised conveyors, and automated packaging lines were streamlining production, reducing labour costs,...
EcoCortec® Leads the Way in Sustainable VCI Packaging for a Circular Economy
The global landscape is decisively transitioning to a model where performance and environmental accountability are inextricable. While effective material protection remains critical, industry leaders increasingly...
FDF Applauds Commitment to Create Legislation for Mass Balance Accounting in Recycling
This change signifies that companies utilizing mechanically or chemically recycled plastic will benefit from reduced liabilities under the plastic packaging tax. As the push for...
Seoul Dairy Introduces SIG Terra Alu-free & Full Barrier: Korea’s First Aseptic Carton Recognized as Recyclable
In a landmark initiative aimed at enhancing sustainability in food and beverage packaging, Seoul Dairy Cooperative (SDC), the leading milk producer in Korea, has become...
Tindle Foods Shifts Strategy Towards Private-Label Meat Alternatives
Tindle Foods, a leader in plant-based meat alternatives, is strategically overhauling its business model by transitioning from branded products to a strong focus on private-label...
Demand for Environmental Impact Labeling Amidst Consumer Misconceptions
Researchers from the University of Nottingham’s School of Psychology conducted an insightful study involving 168 UK participants, focusing on their perception of the environmental impact...
FPA Urges Immediate Action for Fair EPR Implementation
Recently, leaders from the food and drink sector gathered at the FPA Environment Seminar to explore key topics such as circularity in sustainable packaging, technological...
Urban Farmer Acquires Caulipower
Private-equity-backed Urban Farmer has acquired the US frozen-food business Caulipower. Urban Farmer, which is majority-owned by Paine Schwartz Partners, specializes in marketing frozen pizzas, crusts,...
Waitrose Declares Major Advancement in Support for British Farmers
In a strategic move to enhance its commitment to sustainable practices, Waitrose has unveiled new partnerships as part of its Farming for Nature program. This...