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Starbucks partners participate in Origin Experience wave 3 in Costa Rica on 12/14/23. (Photo by Joshua Trujillo, Starbucks)

Starbucks Expands Coffee Innovation Network to Strengthen Coffee Sustainability

Company invests in new farms in Guatemala and Costa Rica with future plans in Africa and Asia to boost coffee productivity, profitability, and climate resilience.

Fleischmann’s Vinegar Company Settles for $1.1 Million Over Pollution Discharges

In a landmark settlement aimed at protecting Maryland's waterways, Fleischmann’s Vinegar Company has agreed to pay $1.1 million for unauthorized pollution discharges from its Baltimore facility. This marks a significant step toward environmental accountability and ecosystem restoration.

ALDI Sets Ambitious Net-Zero Emissions Targets, Leading Grocery Retail Sustainability

ALDI SOUTH Group has set groundbreaking net-zero emissions targets, positioning itself as a pioneer in grocery retail sustainability. With a commitment to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 90% across its entire value chain by 2050, ALDI is one of the first international grocery retailers to have its targets validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).

Sustainability Takes Center Stage at the 2024 Munich Oktoberfest

As the world flocks to Munich for the 2024 Oktoberfest, the iconic beer festival is not only a celebration of Bavarian culture but also a shining example of how even century-old traditions can embrace sustainability.
The researchers prepared yeast as the dried flakes sprinkled on a vegan pasta dish.

From Air to Plate: Producing Essential Nutrients with Clean Energy

In a world grappling with rising carbon emissions and malnutrition, scientists have unveiled a groundbreaking method to produce vitamin B9, or folate, using renewable energy and CO2. This cutting-edge approach provides a sustainable source of essential nutrients and reduces traditional food production's environmental footprint.

Utz Brands' 2023 ESG Report: Charting a Course for Responsible Growth

The company began as a small kitchen operation making potato chips, founded in 1921 in Hanover, Pennsylvania, by Bill and Salie Utz. Over a century later, Utz has grown into a dynamic, publicly …

The Hidden Costs of Food Waste: Eye-Opening Statistics and Solutions for Businesses

Did you know that 1.3 billion tons of food is wasted annually worldwide, and in the US, about 40% of food ends up in the trash? But these numbers don't reveal the whole picture. The real cost of …

Whole-Fruit Chocolate: A Sweet Revolution in Sustainability and Nutrition

A groundbreaking study has unveiled a innovative chocolate production process that promises to transform the cocoa industry. Researchers have developed a method to create "whole-fruit chocolate" by …

Food Industry Adapts as Plant-Based Meat Alternatives Present New Market Dynamics

The food industry is witnessing a seismic shift as plant-based meat alternatives gain traction in the market. With promises of environmental benefits and health improvements, these products are …

Court Decision Could Temper Microplastics Litigation in Beverage Labeling Cases

A recent opinion from the Northern District of Illinois may signal an uphill battle for plaintiffs seeking to challenge beverage labeling based on the alleged presence of microplastics. The case, …
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