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FoodChain ID and ReSeed Launch New Soil Methodology
Two pioneers in global sustainability certification, FoodChain ID and ReSeed, announce the launch of a new industry-leading ReSeed Soil Carbon Methodology for carbon market initiatives. The Soil Carbon Methodology rewards farmers not only…
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Commercial Food Sanitation Announces Hygienic Design Certification
Commercial Food Sanitation (CFS) is adding to its portfolio of training certifications with its new Hygienic Design Certification. The CFS Hygienic Design Certification will enable participants to gain the tools and skills to apply,…
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FEDIMA Launches Industry-wide Code of Conduct for Responsible Sourcing
Fedima, the Federation of European Manufacturers and Suppliers of Ingredients to the Bakery, Confectionary and Patisserie Industries, published its Code of Conduct for Responsible Sourcing in the bakery ingredients industry...
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GEA Enhances Sustainability at its Indian sites
GEA is taking a decisive step towards sustainability by implementing and expanding solar power at its sites in Bengaluru and Vadodara, India. This initiative underscores GEA's commitment to reduce its carbon footprint and move towards…
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Choices for Change: ofi announces new 2030 targets and action plans for resilient ingredient supply…
ofi, a leading supplier of naturally good food and beverage ingredients, unveiled a new sustainability strategy – ‘Choices for Change’ and ambitious 2030 targets. Global food brands and retailers are facing growing consumer demand for…
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eDNA Initiative Granted EUR78.5m to Develop Resilient Crops
The Novo Nordisk Foundation and the Wellcome Trust have awarded a grant to AEGIS of up to EUR78.5m over seven years to AEGIS, a pioneering research project that harnesses environmental DNA ('eDNA'), sets out to transform future global…
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FoodChain ID Offers New Deforestation-free Services
FoodChain ID, a leader in sustainability services and technology for the food supply chain, announces its Deforestation-free Services to support food supply chain participants’ compliance with European Union (EU) Regulation 2023/1115,…
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Foodchain ID Launches Sustainable Packaging Services
FoodChain ID, a leader in technology and expertise for the food supply chain, has launched Sustainable Packaging Services, a suite of products and expert-guided services to help food and cosmetics brands and their supply chains meet market…
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Cocoa-Trace Report Shows the Traceability Program Is “On Track”
The latest annual report of the Cacao-Trace sustainable cocoa program from Belcolade and Puratos follows how the initiative is on track to achieve its ambition by 2030 of reaching up to 50,000 farmers and helping all of them achieve a…
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Significant Carbon Cuts on Plant-based EXBERRY Colors, GNT Reports
GNT has achieved a 22% reduction in carbon intensity at its EXBERRY factories since 2020, the company’s latest sustainability report shows. GNT, which creates EXBERRY colors from non-GMO fruit, vegetables, and plants, has set out 17…
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BENEO to Reduce CO2 Emissions at Wijgmaal Plant
BENEO, a leading manufacturer of functional ingredients for food, feed and pharma, is installing new equipment at its rice ingredients plant in Wijgmaal, Belgium. Thanks to a large-scale industrial heat pump supplied by Heaten...
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Campden BRI: Increasing Frozen Storage Temp by 3°C Saves Energy Without Compromise
Can frozen food products be stored at a higher temperature (than the -18°C industry standard)? That is what Campden BRI was asked to explore by Nomad Foods in search of more sustainable preservation practices. According to Campden BRI, key…
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Bezos Earth Fund Announces USD60m to Establish Centers for Sustainable Protein
Bezos Earth Fund Vice Chair Lauren Sánchez announced an initial USD60m commitment to establish Bezos Centers for Sustainable Protein as part of the Bezos Earth Fund's USD1bn commitment to food transformation.
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Tipiak Commits to Fairtrade Ingredients
French pâtissier Tipiak has committed to using Fairtrade chocolate and free-range eggs in its sweet and savory pâtisserie. The ingredients switch has been made as part of the foodservice provider’s pledge to boost the ethical credentials of…
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Grupo Bimbo Receives Recognition for Its Climate Change Actions
For the second consecutive year, the non-governmental organization CDP recognized Grupo Bimbo, the world's largest bakery, for its global efforts to combat climate change. The Mexican company has achieved the prestigious "A" rating in The A…
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European Parliament Adopts New Law Banning Greenwashing and Misleading Product Information
The European Parliament has given its final green light to a directive that will improve product labeling and ban the use of misleading environmental claims. The directive adopted on January 17, 2024, with 593 votes in favor, 21 against and…
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ADM Expands its Regenerative Agriculture Program to Europe
ADM has expanded its regenerative agriculture and climate-smart agriculture program to Europe, helping agriculture create a more sustainable food system by providing financial and technical support to farmers who are taking positive steps…
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Dengo Partners with ReSeed for Nature-based Carbon Credits to Drive Transparency to Supply Chain
ReSeed, a leader in nature-based carbon credit solutions, and Dengo Chocolates, a leading Brazilian chocolate brand committed to ethical sourcing, announced their partnership, integrating Dengo's cacao farmers in Brazil into ReSeed's Farm…
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