Sustainability
Sustainability in Fresh Produce & Floral Industries: Regenerative Agriculture, Sustainable Packaging, Climate Change, Food Loss & Waste, Social Responsibility, and Tools
Regenerative Agriculture
Regenerative agriculture is a holistic farming approach that restores and enhances the resilience of agroecosystems while supporting the long-term health of agricultural businesses and communities. It integrates soil health, biodiversity, water resources, human health, and climate management.
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Regenerative Agriculture Working Group
Explore the Regenerative Agriculture Working Group's insights on sustainable farming practices, trends, and initiatives. Learn about soil health, biodiversity, water resource management, and more.
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Fresh Del Monte Sustainability Case Study Taking the Initiative on Landscape Management to Cultivate Healthy Soil
Fresh Del Monte shares soil and landscape protection methods. This case study highlights erosion reduction, soil microbiomes, and ecosystem health improvements.
Virtual Town Hall
Regenerative Agriculture
Experts from outside our industry and IFPA member companies guide us through this discussion centered on the definition of regenerative agriculture.
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Carbon Farming - The Future of Farming
IFPA Chief Science Officer Dr. Max Teplitski and industry experts explore how carbon farming fits into the fresh produce industry.
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For South Africa's ZZ2, Sustainability Starts With the Soil
South Africa’s ZZ2 produces around 50% of all the tomatoes sold in country. In the1990s a focus on soil health expanded to an approach to use natural resources.
Sustainable Packaging
Packaging can have a big impact on the environment. Sustainable packaging is made from recycled materials, designed to be easily recyclable or made from materials that are biodegradable or compostable. These types of packaging can help to reduce the environmental impact of packaging, such as its contribution to climate change and pollution.
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Sustainable Packaging Working Group
Discover the Sustainable Packaging Working Group's efforts to establish best practices in the fresh produce industry. Learn about innovations, challenges, and achievements in sustainable packaging, including alternative materials, regulatory requirements, and member education.
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Greenyard USA/Seald Sweet Sustainability Case Study
Greenyard USA/Seald Sweet, driven by consumer and retailer demand, is moving to more sustainable packaging with a goal of going 100% recyclable by 2025.
Webinar
Sustainability Packaging Alternatives
Nine companies discuss how to reduce single-use plastics and review sustainable packaging alternatives to single-use plastic packaging.
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Compendium of Current and Proposed Regulations Related to Packaging Sustainability
Understand current & proposed global regulations related to fresh produce sustainable packaging including; single use plastic, MRC, excessive packaging & more.
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Modified Atmosphere Packaging
Modified Atmosphere Packaging (MAP) a technology pillar of the fresh cut produce industry for over 20 years may optimize shelf life, quality & convenience.
Climate Change
Climate change is a major threat to the environment and to human society. Sustainable practices can help to mitigate the effects of climate change and build a more resilient future.
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Climate Change Working Group
Discover how the Climate Change Working Group supports the fresh produce industry in mitigating and adapting to climate change with webinars, case studies, and emissions guidance.
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Gill's Onions: Harnessing Clean Energy from Onion Power
Gill's Onions turns waste into clean energy with an innovative process transforming unusable onion waste into biogas, reducing costs and environmental impact.
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USDA Climate-Smart Pilot Project: A Vibrant Future
Growers of specialty crops can apply for the USDA Climate-Smart Commodities grant through IFPA to adopt one of six climate-smart production practices.
Virtual Town Hall
European Regulations and the Circular Economy: What Does It Mean for the Fresh Produce Industry?
EU Regulations & the Circular Economy: What Does It Mean for the Fresh Produce Industry? Learn strategies companies are employing to comply with the Green Deal.
Virtual Town Hall
USDA Climate Smart Program: Opportunities for Growers to Get Involved
Join IFPA for a round robin pitch session outlining a subset of the 42 Climate Smart Ag projects. Hear about ways you can get involved.
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Copeland: Sustainability Info at a Glance
Discover Copeland's sustainability initiatives in packaging, food waste, social responsibility, renewable energy, water management, and carbon reduction.
Food Loss and Waste
Food loss and waste is a major environmental problem. It contributes to climate change, water pollution, and land degradation. By reducing food loss and waste, we can help to protect the environment and ensure that everyone has access to safe and nutritious food.
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Food Loss & Waste Working Group
Explore the Food Loss Working Group's efforts to reduce food loss and waste in the fresh produce industry. Discover innovative solutions, resources, and best practices.
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Publish Pete Pappas & Sons, Inc. Sustainability Case Study
Pete Pappas & Sons, Inc. leads in fresh produce distribution with over 80 years of business and a strong focus on sustainability, reducing food waste and environmental impact.
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Food Recovery: Vesta Foodservice and Chefs to End Hunger
Vesta Foodservice and Chefs to End Hunger shine a light on their mission to facilitate the redistribution of surplus prepared food to charitable organizations.
Webinar
Challenges and Opportunities in Scaling Up Produce Upcycling
Watch IFPA's video on upcycling for the produce industry to overcome the challenges of food waste & turn a profit while committing to sustainable practices.
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Food Waste Challenges throughout the Supply Chain
Ed Treacy held a panel discussion with industry leaders from Walmart, Baldor, Bakker Barendrecht and Taylor Farms to address the challenge of food waste.
Social Responsibility
There are many ways that businesses can be socially responsible and sustainable. For example, businesses can:
- Pay their employees a living wage.
- Provide benefits to their employees, such as health insurance and retirement plans.
- Give back to their communities through donations or volunteer work.
- Use sustainable practices in their operations, such as recycling and using energy-efficient equipment.
By being socially responsible and sustainable, businesses can create a more just and equitable world for all.
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Social Responsibility Working Group
Learn about the mission and objectives of the Social Responsibility Working Group, led by Tamara Muruetagoiena. This document outlines the IFPA Sustainability Vision, focusing on sustainable actions in the fresh produce industry.
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Transforming the Lives of Ag Workers Through Socially Responsible Initiatives
NatureSweet is on a mission to transform the lives of North American agricultural workers.
Webinar
Responsible Labor Practices - The Positive Impact of the Ethical Charter
Fresh produce leaders discuss why their companies invested time & talent to develop the Ethical Charter. Hear how it has directly benefited their companies.
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Driscoll's "People" Focus Helps Build Better Businesses
Driscoll’s found itself facing labor challenges.To raise labor standards, they partnered with local and regional stakeholders & other companies.
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Stemilt Clinic Case Study: Nurturing Wellness and Community
Stemilt, a growing, packing & shipping company, created a people-centric program helping employees overcome the challenges of obtaining affordable healthcare.
Sustainability Tools
Sustainability is inherent in much of what we do, and as the original stewards of the land – we are uniquely positioned to provide leadership across many industries over the globe. One of the most direct ways to immediately make this impact is to recognize the transformative efforts happening in the industry and communicate it to various audiences. A powerful sustainability story can inspire others looking to implement practices of their own; convince potential or existing organizations to collaborate or partner; and educate various audiences (including consumers) on the importance and impact of sustainable practices.
These tools have been created in partnership with the industry exclusively for members to aid in the creation of a compelling and comprehensive sustainability story.
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Sustainability Tools: Assessment & Communication
Sustainability is in much of what we do. As the original stewards of the land – we are positioned to provide leadership across many industries over the globe.
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Sustainability Assessment and Communication Tools
In this Virtual Town Hall, Ed Treacy explains IFPA's online sustainability tools created to assist members in assessing their company’s sustainability efforts.
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Sustainability Audit Scheme Executive Summary
This Sustainability Audit Scheme compares 50 sustainability audit schemes to help you determine which one is right for your fresh produce or floral company.
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