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Heineken invests €45 million in new R&D centre to drive innovation and sustainability goals
Construction work has started on Heineken's new global R&D Centre in the Netherlands, set to open in mid-2025.
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Aldi’s new sustainable beers give surplus bread and fruit a second life
The supermarket chain is making strides in tackling food waste with a new line of beers crafted from surplus food items.
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Colombia’s Guardians of the Tropical Dry Forest
How Colombian sustainable brand Luker Chocolate is extending its reach to help protect the country’s Tropical Dry Forest, one of the most endangered forest ecosystems.
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Mars announces 100 percent renewable energy plan for Australian pet food site
Mars’ Petcare facility in Wodonga, producing Pedigree® and Whiskas®, will soon become Australia’s first steam-based manufacturing site to operate entirely on renewable energy.
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Sustainability Market Report by New Food
In this report, examine the critical topic of sustainability, a pressing concern for both large food companies and SMEs. Sustainability is the currency of longevity, and through expert insight from Foodchain ID, Merck, Greencore and the Sustainable Food Trust, we discover how to better use the tools to achieve it.
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Arla Foods Ingredients unveils acid whey upcycling concept to solve dairy sustainability challenge
Arla Foods Ingredients unveils an innovative solution to upcycle acid whey, turning dairy waste into nutritious, sustainable food products.
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New research reveals chickpeas as a sustainable solution for drought resilience
An international study highlights the potential of chickpeas to bolster food security in urban areas, showcasing their drought resistance and high protein content.
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Over half of UK grocery items packaged in ‘unnecessary’ plastic
A new study reveals that 51 percent of food and drink sold in UK supermarkets is unnecessarily packaged in plastic, contributing to up to 29.8 billion avoidable pieces of plastic waste annually.
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How harnessing induced resistance could ensure a sustainable and resilient food supply
Scientists advocate for a holistic crop protection strategy centred on induced resistance to combat pest evolution and minimise pesticide harm.
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Groundbreaking study identifies key players in global seafood transshipment
A new study identifies 324 owners of refrigerated cargo vessels, enhancing transparency and paving the way for improved sustainability in the seafood industry.
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How a universal standard for ecolabelling could transform our food system
Reflecting on the opportunity to better inform consumers and support actors across the whole food value chain, Richard Zaltzman, CEO of EIT Food, reveals what’s new with ecolabels.
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Could onion skins be the future of sustainable packaging?
A Scottish startup is developing sustainable packaging made from onion skins, offering a plastic alternative and reducing waste in the process.
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Tesco expands rail network to enhance sustainability and reduce emissions
Tesco has announced the launch of its tenth rail service, which will transport an additional 31 million cases of goods annually across the UK. This initiative marks a significant shift towards rail logistics, reducing the reliance on lorry transportation.
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Episode 59: Transforming the cocoa supply chain
In the latest episode of Food to Go, Dr Kristy Leissle, CEO and founder of African Cocoa Marketplace (ACM), sits down with Ben Cornwell to discuss the complexity of cocoa supply chains and ACM’s goal to not only streamline the process but also elevate the value of Africa’s cocoa.
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Johnnie Walker Black Label introduces 90 percent paper-based bottle in Edinburgh trial
Diageo has launched its first-ever 90 percent paper-based bottle for Johnnie Walker Black Label in an exclusive trial at Edinburgh’s Johnnie Walker Princes Street bar. This eco-friendly innovation aims to reduce carbon emissions and marks a significant step in sustainable packaging.
