Sustainability
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OpinionValentine's Day reminder: Together we can end child labor in cocoa
The chocolate industry wants to see children in school, not on farms. The efforts to change have had mixed results and a new approach is needed, writes World Cocoa Foundation's Richard Scobey.
By Richard Scobey • Feb. 14, 2020 -
Why McCormick is setting 'audacious' sustainability goals
By 2025, the spice company plans to reduce its emissions, solid waste and carbon footprint while sustainably sourcing its top five ingredients.
By Lillianna Byington • Feb. 13, 2020 -
With winter wheat plantings down, is a shortage looming?
A drop in supply could lead to higher prices in the type of flour used for snacks such as crackers, biscuits, Oreos and Cheez-Its, Bloomberg reported.
By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 13, 2020 -
Tyson Foods launches fats and oils joint venture
The partnership with Jacob Stern & Sons would build on its commitment to sustainability and "maximize the value of every animal" it handles, the Arkansas meat processor said.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 12, 2020 -
Berry producers commit to 100% recycle-ready packaging by 2025
The collaboration includes agreements to work toward new label standards and innovation of compostable materials.
By Lillianna Byington • Feb. 06, 2020 -
OpinionBe straight with me: A new era in 'woke' food labeling
As consumers are changing, brands need to be more transparent, open and honest. British copywriter Jonathan A. Finch discusses how to best communicate today.
By Jonathan A. Finch • Feb. 06, 2020 -
OpinionAI in food and beverage: 3 money-saving industrial benefits for 2020
Artificial intelligence can optimize operations at every level, and these are the places where efficiency and profit potential will most benefit, writes Plutoshift's Prateek Joshi.
By Prateek Joshi • Feb. 05, 2020 -
Study: Consumers try plant-based meat because they're curious
When comparing Nutrition Facts labels, 45% of respondents believed the plant alternative was healthier than animal meat, according to a survey by the International Food Information Council.
By Lillianna Byington • Feb. 04, 2020 -
Despite growth in dairy, industry execs strike a cautious tone
Leaders from Danone and Lactalis were among those who said not enough is being done to promote their work on sustainability or the nutritional benefits of their products.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 31, 2020 -
Sweet revolution: How cacao fruit is poised to change the food industry
Conventional chocolate production throws out 80% of the fruit that produces cocoa beans. Industry movers are finding ways to upcycle it, creating new confections, snacks and culinary dishes.
By Megan Poinski • Jan. 30, 2020 -
Nestlé backs amendment to bill mandating PCR for plastic bottles in Maine
Joining multiple environmental groups, Nestlé Waters North America is pushing requirements for plastic bottles to have 30% post-consumer recycled by 2030. The beverage giant is among many that needs much more material to hit sustainability goals.
By E.A. Crunden • Jan. 30, 2020 -
Coca-Cola says it won't ban plastic bottles because consumers like them
Head of Sustainability Bea Perez said people like being able to reseal drinks in lightweight packaging, and alternatives could increase the company's carbon footprint and hurt sales.
By Lillianna Byington • Jan. 27, 2020 -
Nestlé partners with Canadian plant-based protein companies
The Swiss food giant said its joint agreement with Merit Functional Foods and Burcon NutraScience will more quickly develop meat and dairy alternatives with a favorable environmental footprint.
By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 27, 2020 -
Deep DiveOnce a sidekick in food, the pea finds itself the star of the show
The little round legume has grown in popularity as a way to add nutrients, replace allergens and respond to consumer demand for more plant-based meats, beverages and other products.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 23, 2020 -
Trader Joe's, CVS get low marks on chocolate supply chains
If retailers make the decision to buy the confection based on labor and environmental standards, it can help shift the industry in the right direction, Green America noted in its study.
By Matt Leonard • Jan. 23, 2020 -
OpinionVeganism may not save the world, but healthier animals could
Jeff Simmons, president and CEO of Elanco Animal Health, says the unexpected solution is right in front of us.
By Jeff Simmons • Jan. 23, 2020 -
Memphis Meats raises $161M to build a cell-based meat plant
Legacy companies Cargill and Tyson both participated in this funding round for a facility that could be making products in 24 months.
By Megan Poinski • Jan. 23, 2020 -
Just Egg folds into vegan grab-and-go breakfast market
The San Francisco company is launching a frozen precooked version of its mung bean protein substitute while also improving the recipe and cutting the price of its liquid version.
By Megan Poinski • Jan. 22, 2020 -
Tyson Foods starts coalition to tackle sustainable protein
The group, made up of leaders from the industry, academics, NGOs and financial institutions, will address issues such as food waste, conservation and hunger.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 22, 2020 -
Beyond beverages: Harmless Harvest launches dairy-free coconut yogurt
The California company uses the same microfiltered organic Thai coconut it puts in its drink lines, and it includes no gums to thicken the texture.
By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 21, 2020 -
Nestlé to invest up to $2B in sustainable packaging
The global company wants to lead the shift to food-grade recycled plastics and accelerate the development of more environmentally friendly solutions with a venture fund.
By Lillianna Byington • Jan. 17, 2020 -
PepsiCo to get all its US electricity from renewable sources
The maker of its namesake soda, Gatorade and Doritos plans to reach the target later this year. America accounts for nearly half of its total global electricity consumption.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 16, 2020 -
Hershey, Cheerios and M&M's are among the most trusted brands
Morning Consult's rankings came from interviewing 16,700 consumers about their feelings for 2,000 trademarks.
By Lillianna Byington • Jan. 14, 2020 -
Mosa Meat gets investments and support to bring cultured meat to Europe in 2022
The Dutch company that made the first lab-grown hamburger is receiving funds from Lowercarbon Capital and animal nutrition company Nutreco, which also will help create the nutrients to grow the cells.
By Megan Poinski • Jan. 13, 2020 -
Quorn displaying carbon footprint data on some labels
The U.K. firm said the information is shown on some items sold online, making the company the first global meat-free brand to list it on products.
By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 13, 2020
