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Sustainability

Foodstuffs moves plastic wrap from PVC to LDPE
Debra Goulding, sustainable packaging manager at Foodstuffs New Zealand.

Foodstuffs moves plastic wrap from PVC to LDPE

Foodstuffs has removed PVC plastic wrap from its New World and Pak’nSave stores, replacing it with low-density polyethylene (LDPE) wrap across butchery, bakery, produce and deli departments. The move supports ...
Economic modelling tips global food waste worth $800 billion this year
Ikea-backed Ingka takes majority stake in The Green Dairy
Woodlane Orchard shows farmers how waste produce can be turned into profit
Lab-grown snacks made with fruit residues, plant cells and a 3D printer

Sustainability Archives

Humpty Doo

Humpty Doo earns ASC certification, a first for barramundi farming

Humpty Doo says its system helps reduce pressure on natural waterways and supports fish health and production efficiency...
A bioreactor

Tetra Pak buys ‘transformative technology’ from Latvian bioreactor company

The acquisition of Bioreactors.net will bring advanced production systems to Australian businesses, they said.
Packamama grant

Packamama secures $1 million grant for low-carbon wine bottles

Retail collaborations are also being explored locally and in the UK.
Maletta See Kee

CEQ takes on First Nations nutrition cadet

The cadetship forms part of CEQ’s commitment to developing local capability.
Yume Food staff

Yume Food enters liquidation amid financial strain

The liquidators have launched an immediate sale process for the company’s business and assets.
soft plastic product packaging

Soft plastic packaging recycling scheme authorised by ACCC

The scheme was developed by food and grocery industry stakeholders, including Woolworths, Coles, Aldi, Nestlé, Mars and ...
reverse vending machines

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners trials reverse vending machines

A reverse vending machine collects empty beverage containers for recycling and rewards the user.
Used items on cabinet in a thrift store

Eight ways to close the loop to win in circular retail

These sustainable strategies extending the life cycle and creating further value deliver a win-win for brands and consum...
Plastics waste

Global FMCG giants seek regulations on plastics

A majority of the 75 companies in their study were seeking to reduce political exposure and avoid activist backlash.
Great Wrap

Innovative alt-plastic startup Great Wrap collapses

The company said declining demand for compostable packaging contributed to the collapse.
Image of groceries in box.

Wonky Box launches Good Groceries: Traceable, ethically sourced foods

The new offerings will be available along with the existing Wonky Pantry range of rescued and responsibly sourced grocer...
Swiss flag flutters on the headquarters of Nestle

Nestlé quits global alliance on reducing dairy methane emissions

By the end of 2024, Nestlé had reduced methane emissions by almost 21 per cent compared to 2018 levels.

Scientists turn food waste into biodegradable plastic for packaging

The films could be used in food packaging, agricultural wraps, and medical materials.
Truck driving on road

The future of FMCG logistics: Balancing speed, cost, and sustainability

Emerging digital freight platforms are becoming the backbone of this balancing act for both shippers and transport opera...
IGA

IGA joins forces with The Great Unwaste in supermarket first

The partnership aims to drive shoppers to make small yet important changes to cut food waste, save money, and boost sust...