Sustainability: Page 46
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Former Whole Foods executive joins startup that resells surplus food
FoodMaven, based in Colorado Springs, Colorado, hopes to leverage Walter Robb's experience and insights about the food industry as it expands.
By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 10, 2017 -
Fully compostable packaging gets $11M in funding round
TIPA will use the new funding to expand and develop new products.
By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 6, 2017 -
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The food and beverage industry is changing rapidly and the actions companies take this year are likely to play a major role in defining their future.
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Retrieved from PepsiCo on November 01, 2017
PepsiCo taps packaging conference attendees for 'active and intelligent' ideas
The food and beverage giant is seeking concepts that hone in on attributes such as antimicrobial solutions, smartphone interaction and improved functionality.
By Sandy Skrovan • Nov. 3, 2017 -
Hydroponic farming could still be certified organic, board recommends
The National Organic Standards Board voted down resolutions to prohibit some methods of farming without soil from certification — though the final decision will be made by the USDA.
By Megan Poinski • Nov. 3, 2017 -
Food Policy Action scorecard shows kitchen table issues are not a priority
The policy organization noted there were few legislative votes to consider in its ranking of lawmakers — something the group hopes will change before the 2018 election.
By Megan Poinski • Nov. 2, 2017 -
Palm oil pledges are being forgotten or delayed, says environmental group
California-based Rainforest Action Network claims that Nestlé, Mars and Hershey have not done what they promised to achieve a moratorium on the forest frontlines of their global supply chains.
By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 1, 2017 -
Unilever tops list of environmentally responsible companies
The food maker aced every factor on the Carbon Disclosure Project's survey of practices, besting 12 other industry companies that also made the “environmental A-list.”
By Sandy Skrovan • Oct. 27, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Microalgae: A tiny ingredient packing a macro punch for food makers
The organism, which is expected to post sales of $44.7 billion for all uses by 2023, has ascorbic acid, protein and omega-3 fatty acids — giving it nutritional benefits sought after by consumers looking to eat healthier.
By Cathy Siegner • Oct. 26, 2017 -
Impossible Burger making its way to foodservice venues
The company is reaching beyond upscale restaurants and debuting its popular plant-based product at university dining halls, company cafeterias and museum cafes.
By Cathy Siegner • Oct. 23, 2017 -
On World Food Day, an online platform may help say 'game over' to aflatoxin
As many as 400,000 people worldwide are expected to engage in this collaborative project by working online with the Foldit platform during the next several weeks.
By Cathy Siegner • Oct. 17, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Tyson Foods CEO targets smaller deals for growth after $4.2B AdvancePierre buy
In an exclusive interview with Food Dive, Tom Hayes said his company’s stock isn't being valued by Wall Street using the same higher financial metrics applied to other big-branded food operators — leaving its shares undervalued.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 12, 2017 -
Coffee fruit makes use of waste and boosts antioxidants
CoffeeFruit Pure's nutrient-rich ingredient is sourced from pulp discarded during the traditional production process and can be used in both food and beverages.
By Erika Kincaid • Oct. 12, 2017 -
Edible food wrapper created by Indonesian company
Evoware's product, made from seaweed, has almost no taste and dissolves in hot water.
By Erika Kincaid • Oct. 11, 2017 -
Will consumers bite into a burger made from methane?
Two biotechnology startups have discovered a way to produce beef-like products from landfill-emitted gases, which are currently being used as animal feed.
By Sandy Skrovan • Oct. 11, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Q&A: How Divine found heavenly success in fair trade chocolate
The candy maker, which sells its product in Whole Foods, Walgreens and Safeway, has opened doors because it's a farmer-owned organization with a premium product that simply tastes good.
By Christopher Doering • Oct. 4, 2017 -
Tetra Pak makes strides toward sustainability goals
With packaging firms in the eco-friendly spotlight, the company has increased its recycling efforts, created bio-based caps and started a consumer campaign on renewable materials.
By Sandy Skrovan • Oct. 4, 2017 -
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Q&A: HowGood's CEO on how sustainability sells groceries
The company's ratings system, which is in about 400 stores nationwide, tells shoppers how "good" food products are — and helps them put their money behind their ideals.
By Megan Poinski • Sept. 28, 2017 -
M&M's sweetens the discussion about wind power
The candy company is using its well-known chocolate mascots to invite consumers to learn more about the renewable power source.
By Erika Kincaid • Sept. 21, 2017 -
Kroger plans to eliminate food waste by 2025
With an estimated 10% of grocery store items thrown out annually, the retailer has pledged to eliminate it through prevention, donation and diversion efforts.
By Sandy Skrovan • Sept. 20, 2017 -
Tyson's plans for Kansas chicken plant ruffle local feathers
Concerns about the proposed processing facility, hatchery and feed mill mainly hinge on environmental issues, especially from residents living near the site.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 19, 2017 -
Nielsen: Organic products are getting cheaper and more accessible
Almost nine in 10 U.S. households purchased at least one organic food item in the last year, and there are many opportunities to expand private label offerings.
By Erika Kincaid • Sept. 19, 2017 -
Deep Dive
8 natural food trends catching on with consumers
Market research found new products are most likely to resonate with shoppers if they contain a value that's important to consumers, such as transparency, social purpose and environmental stewardship.
By Christopher Doering • Sept. 15, 2017 -
Bunge to pay $946M for a majority share of Malaysian palm oil manufacturer
CEO Soren Schroder called the deal a "game changer" for the company's profits, insisting that it had nothing to do with rebuffing the recent takeover attempt from Glencore.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 14, 2017 -
Michigan Meijer goes high-tech with new recycling machine
The "reverse vending machine," or RVM, reads barcodes and security marks on bottles and cans, and can accept container types that other recycling technologies can’t.
By Sandy Skrovan • Sept. 12, 2017 -
Retrieved from Nestle on September 07, 2017
Nestle acquires plant-based food maker Sweet Earth
The purchase gives the Swiss company a foothold in a rapidly growing market segment that could top $5 billion in sales by 2020.
By Christopher Doering • Sept. 7, 2017
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