Category: Sustainability
Glenroy names sustainable flexible packaging portfolio ‘TruRenu’
Glenroy announced Sept. 27 at PACK EXPO Las Vegas that “TruRenu” as the official brand name for their sustainable flexible packaging portfolio.
Reusable Packaging Association announces exhibitors for PACK EXPO pavilion
RPA is hosting its 11th Reusable Packaging Pavilion at PACK EXPO Las Vegas with member exhibitors of reusable transport packaging products and related services.
PSSI announces water-conservation goals
Food safety and contract sanitation provider PSSI announced a new water conservation goal of saving two billion gallons of water by 2026, which is the equivalent to the annual drinking needs of 10 million people.
USDA to host virtual food waste innovation fair on May 26
The USDA announced April 28 that it will host the first-ever Food Loss and Waste Innovation Fair from noon to 4 p.m. ET May 26.
Duda Farm Fresh Foods establishes sustainable packaging program
The program strives to streamline current packaging systems, increase consistency across the organization and reduce the amount of packaging materials used
Biden administration forms working group to support farmers amid water shortage
The USDA and Department of Interior will co-chair the Interagency Working Group, which will address the water shortage in the West.
Lamb Weston to begin incorporating vegetable byproduct into packaging
Driving toward a goal of using more sustainable materials in packaging, two Lamb Weston Alexia brand products will use corn and potato starch in their packaging beginning this month.
Guidance document released for use of recycled plastics in food packaging
The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) announced April 7 industry guidance to ensure recycled plastic packaging meets FDA regulations.
Taylor Farms, Western Growers pledge $1 million apiece to Center for Produce Safety
“Investing in Center for Produce Safety promises to deliver practical, science-based solutions to enhance food safety practices.” — Dave Puglia, Western Growers