Sustainability

Unilever Tea Division Targets Net Zero Emissions by 2030

Ekaterra, the tea division of Unilever, has announced its plans to become climate and nature positive, while working to make the entire tea industry more sustainable for the planet and people.

November 9, 2021

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Sustainability

Mars Bars Sold in U.K., Ireland, and Canada to Be Certified as Carbon Neutral by 2023

The carbon neutral pledge was made less than a month after the company announced its commitment to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions across its full value chain by 2050.

November 8, 2021

Processing Equipment

Food Equipment Suppliers Bring Their Best to PACK EXPO

Compact processing systems for baked snacks, sorters for nuts and dried fruits, and an innovative levitating material handling system are some of the highlights editors found at PACK EXPO Las Vegas and featured on this Take Five with ProFood World video.

November 5, 2021

Beverage

Spirited Sustainable Packaging

Spirits company Diageo reports on the state of its “Spirit of Progress 2030” sustainability program, and their global ventures to increase sustainable packaging for their brands.

November 4, 2021

Cleaning and Sanitation

Unibloc-Pump’s Swing-arm Design Makes Cleaning Easier

On display at PACK EXPO Las Vegas, QuickStrip® technology provided pump disassembly without the need for tools.

November 4, 2021

Sustainability

Grupo Bimbo Commits to Net Zero Carbon Emissions by 2050

The company has launched a new sustainability platform, which will include reforestation and carbon sequestration measures that will be aligned with its regenerative agriculture initiative.

November 4, 2021

Sustainability

McCormick Receives HRH Prince of Wales’ Terra Carta Seal

McCormick is one of only 44 companies worldwide to be awarded the inaugural 2021 seal that recognizes private sector companies for their sustainability efforts.

November 3, 2021

Home

Snacking Soared in 2020: Growth to Continue at Slower Speed

Read about current snacking trends and market updates presented by SNAC International at PACK EXPO Las Vegas and in their State of the Industry report.

November 2, 2021

Industry News

The Coca-Cola Company Fully Acquires Bodyarmor

The company is paying $5.6 billion in cash for the remaining 85% of the line of sports performance and hydration beverages that’s on track for $1.4 billion in retail sales this year.

November 2, 2021

Industry News

Tyson Foods Planning New Facility in Kentucky

The $355 million site in Bowling Green will produce Jimmy Dean and Wright Brand bacon products and is expected to create 450 full-time jobs.

November 1, 2021

Sustainability

Mondelēz International Commits to 2050 Net Zero Emissions Target

The company will take an end-to-end approach in its aim to reach its net zero emissions target by focusing efforts across key areas and delivering against its existing goals and targets.

November 1, 2021

Sustainability

Knorr to Launch 50 Regenerative Agriculture Projects

The worldwide project is expected to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and water use of key ingredients by approximately 30% while improving biodiversity, soil health, and livelihoods.

October 29, 2021

Food Safety

The FDA and Stop Foodborne Illness to Present Webinar Series on Food Safety Culture

The series will engage experts from the public and private sectors in a collaborative exchange of ideas and experiences related to the importance of a robust food safety culture.

October 28, 2021