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The Sinclair T55, a finish product-certified compostable label, had a successful launch at the 2024 Fruit Attraction and the International Fresh Produce Association's Global Produce and Floral Show, the company says.

Sinclair seeks momentum for certified compostable fruit label

Following the Sinclair T55's launch, the company says industry stakeholders' support is needed for an ongoing education and awareness campaign.

The Packer Staff

Nov 22, 2024
Packaging , Sustainability

Most consumers (82%) think shrinkflation is a common practice used by food companies, and 76% believe it is a result of trying to increase profits even when costs are not rising, according to the October 2024 Consumer Food Insights Report from Purdue University.

Consumers take notice of shrinkflation

Most shoppers see the practice of reducing a food product's quantity or size while keeping the same price as common, but doing so could cause consumer resentment, according to a recent Purdue University report.

The Packer Staff

Nov 21, 2024
Produce Research , Sustainability

Natural Grocers announced a new short film within its "Meet Your Farmer" film series: "<a href="https://www.naturalgrocers.com/from-the-soil-up">From the Soil Up</a>" in stores and online.

Natural Grocers releases latest film in ‘Meet Your Farmer’ series

"From the Soil Up" spotlights the key role farmers play in healing the land and bringing communities together through regenerative agriculture.

Jill Dutton

Nov 08, 2024
Sustainability

A study by the Fraunhofer Institute for Building Physics said IFCO's reusable packaging containers significantly outperform single-use packaging in key sustainability metrics.

Study shows reusable packaging cuts CO2 emissions

The new study commissioned by IFCO updates findings from 2018 and helps the company meet its 2040 net-zero and zero-waste goals.

The Packer Staff

Nov 08, 2024
Sustainability

Bolthouse Fresh Foods' compostable packaging won the Best Sustainable Packaging Award at the 2024 International Fresh Produce Association Global Produce and Floral Show.

Bolthouse Fresh Foods nabs IFPA Best Sustainable Packaging Award

The company said the new packaging will be available in Meijer with plans to expand to its organic products next year.

Christina Herrick

Nov 08, 2024
Sustainability , Carrots , Packaging

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