For a second straight year, Bimbo Bakeries USA, through its Thomas’ English muffin brand, is partnering with non-profit groups in Washington and Oregon to host “volunteer-fueled” events aimed at making public lands more accessible, more beautiful and better maintained.
Novolex, a leader in packaging choice, innovation and sustainability, has announced that it is investing $10 million to expand capacity to recycle plastic bags and other polyethylene film at its recycling facility in North Vernon, Indiana.
Dairy processors in the US and beyond are aware of the impact of sustainability on the dairy sector and the ongoing efforts to produce products that are respectful to the resources, land, animals and people involved.
The National Honey Board is celebrating National Honey Month this September with its “Honey Saves Hives” educational program aimed to bring awareness to the importance of honey bees and their crucial role in our ecosystem and global food supply.
Today’s bakery consumers are increasingly conscious about the products they buy. They want baked foods that are better for them, sustainably sourced and have a transparent ingredient list and supply chain. While bakers are meeting this demand with more transparent and sustainable products, some may be unsure what exactly these words mean, noted Tai Ullmann, global sustainability lead for edible oils, Cargill.
Consumer concerns around climate change have increased as more people around the globe experience extreme weather events, according to a consumer survey from the market researcher Mintel.
While innovation in the dairy category has been impacted by the pandemic and inflation, processors have found successful innovation centers around plant-based alternatives, new formats, simple ingredient listings and formulations that meet specific dietary needs.