MPs call on Government to tackle food waste
A group of over 50 MPs have written to the Prime Minister, urging the Government to take urgent action on food waste. 2m tonnes of fresh, unsold food is wasted in the UK every [read more…]
Sustainability
The key to reducing plastic waste in the food sector without increasing wastage
As awareness of environmental issues continue to increase, Laura Taylor from allmanhall, the independently owned food procurement expert, examines how the food industry is reducing plastic waste, whilst ensuring that packaging still meets the standards required. [read more…]
Graham’s, The Family Dairy reduces plastic and makes Skyr more sustainable
Northern Ireland-based Greiner Packaging has been supplying Graham’s, The Family Dairy with packaging for almost ten years. In 2017, it helped the Scottish dairy launch its award-winning and best-selling 190g Protein 22 cups, packed at [read more…]
Clearly Drinks continues to deliver its environmental and sustainability commitments
National soft drinks manufacturer, Clearly Drinks, is leading the way to a sustainable future through its environmentally friendly initiatives. Plans set out in 2020 included investment in recyclable packaging solutions as well as initiatives to [read more…]
Food Waste Reduction Roadmap marks year of business achievement
WRAP and IGD have today (Monday 27th September) published the Annual Progress Report for the UK’s Food Waste Reduction Roadmap. A world-first initiative launched in September 2018, the Roadmap outlines the route the UK food [read more…]
Cash-in the cardboard: Businesses urged to sell their cardboard as prices soar
Food businesses are being urged to ‘act quickly’ and turn their waste into revenue as cardboard prices in the UK hit new heights. According to figures from letsrecycle.com, cardboard prices are at their highest since [read more…]
Fighting food waste: Gousto and DPD launch scheme to tackle wastage in supply chain
In what is a first for the meal kit category, recipe box Gousto has launched a pioneering scheme with courier partner DPD to combat food waste within the supply chain. The scheme sees DPD drivers [read more…]
Out of the mouths of babes – children inspire parents to try a plant-based diet and become more eco-friendly
After finding that one in three adults have been inspired to be more eco-friendly by their children, a leading vegan food brand has launched a selection of everyday tips for beginners looking to change their [read more…]
Angus Soft Fruits, the Scottish berry supplier, is to eliminate over 150 tonnes of single use plastic a year
In a major commitment to sustainability, Scottish berry supplier, Angus Soft Fruits, will eliminate over 150 tonnes of single use plastic over the next 12 months, as the company switches to 100% recycled material in [read more…]
Supply chain optimisation key in meeting net-zero emissions pledge
The UK has a legally-binding pledge of having net-zero emissions by 2050. However, actual action and progress is very limited and businesses need to find ways of taking first steps. With this in mind, John [read more…]