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Is biodegradable packaging the future?
The trend toward packaging alternatives that deliver lower environmental impact than traditional plastics has created a growing market for biodegradable and compostable packaging.

The role of animal-source foods in healthy and sustainable diets
New research into animal-source foods (i.e. meat, fish, eggs, and dairy) proposes how to ensure adequate nutrition while minimizing chronic disease and environmental impact

The do’s and don’ts of food waste disposal
The impact we have on the world is worsening. And if you’re in the food business, chances are you have to deal with a lot of food waste. Disposing of that waste can not only be a big headache, but it have considerable environmental impact.

ISO publishes their Net Zero Guidelines
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) has published the much-anticipated Net Zero Guidelines to support all actors and organizations to reach their net zero goals.

Upcycling promises to turn food waste into your next meal
Upcycling is the relatively recent term for the age-old concept of using low-valued foods or food processing byproducts to generate new food products.

Microplastics: Now part of our diet
A study finds on average people could be ingesting approximately 5 grams of plastic every week, which is the equivalent weight of a credit card.

Why is soil biodiversity important?
Healthy soils mean a food-secure future. With healthy soil comes biodiversity, which ensures sustainability in our food supply.

The environmental impact of five different soft drink containers
People are increasingly aware of the harm plastic waste causes to wildlife, and many would avoid buying single-use plastics if they could help it. But are the alternatives to plastic much better?

7 Sustainability trends that should worry the food industry
A recent article in NewFood, Robert Blood, suggests seven sustainability trends that food and beverage industry companies should be aware of if they are to retain and grow their customers.

USDA-ARS turns potential food waste into edible healthy products
The Agricultural Research Service (ARS) in the USA, is in the business of turning potentially wasted fruits and vegetables into good-tasting, healthful products by using cutting-edge processing technologies.

The 10 best environmental management practices for the food industry
This European Commission’s Joint Research Centre report provides foodbev manufacturers practical guidance on improving their environmental performance

EU plans cut to antimicrobial and pesticide use in farm to fork strategy
The European Commission plans to propose mandatory front-of-pack nutrition labelling and develop a labelling framework that covers the nutritional, climate, environmental and social aspects of products.