Articles Tagged with ''sustainability''

Mind the megatrends for future success in dairy

October 21, 2020

Each year, Dairy Foods takes a deep dive into trends (both current and emerging), as well as opportunities and challenges, within a variety of dairy-product and related segments. The result is our annual State of the Industry report, published in our November issue.

Dairy processors collectively push for sustainability

Dairy companies are working collaboratively and on their own to make sustainability an industry priority.

Anna Boisseau

October 13, 2020

Ask 10 people what "sustainability" means to them, and you'd probably get 10 different answers. Its dictionary definition is simple: the ability to sustain something at its current level. And dairy companies, many of which have already existed for over a century, might know a thing or two about that.

US dairy industry advances journey to net zero carbon emissions by 2050

Nestlé makes commitment to help make sustainability more accessible and affordable to farmers.

October 13, 2020

Signaling bold climate change action, the Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy, Rosemont, Ill., unveiled the Net Zero Initiative, an industrywide effort that will help U.S. dairy farms of all sizes and geographies implement new technologies and adopt economically viable practices.

Chocolate sheds its ‘guilty pleasure’ reputation

Chocolate suppliers offer guilt-free indulgence, thanks to healthier formulations and sustainable sourcing.

Anna Boisseau

October 12, 2020

You could say that chocolate and dairy are a match made in heaven, though some of today's health-minded consumers consider the duo sinful indulgence.

Dairy’s affordability is a key sustainability consideration

Affordability needs to be part of the conversation around sustainable food systems.

Gregory Miller

September 3, 2020

Dairy's established nutrition legacy and its commitment to responsible production are longtime pillars of sustainable food systems. But how often do we factor the affordability of nutritious dairy products into the equation?

DFA aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions 30% by 2030

The cooperative is setting a science-based target, committing to reduce both direct and value-chain emissions, from a base year of 2018.

August 27, 2020

Dairy Farmers of America (DFA), a Kansas City, Kan.-based dairy cooperative owned by family farmers, announced a continued step forward in its commitment to sustainability, as it becomes the first U.S. dairy cooperative to set a science-based target to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.

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Saputo Cheese USA Inc. makes sustainability updates to Treasure Cave and Frigo packaging

The brands’ changes eliminate paper and support recycling.

July 16, 2020

Saputo Cheese USA Inc., Lincolnshire, Ill., said its Treasure Cave and Frigo Cheese brands removed their carton sleeves, moved to direct printing and added instructions on the cups to inform consumers about proper disposal for their deli cup packaging sold in retail.

Innovation Center for U.S. Dairy announces 2020 U.S. Dairy Sustainability Award winners

The awards honor dairy farms, dairy processors and others having practices that improve the wellbeing of people, animals and the planet.

July 9, 2020

The U.S. Dairy Sustainability Awards program, which honor dairy farms, dairy processors and others having practices that improve the wellbeing of people, animals and the planet, is recognizing six winners for 2020.

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Fuji Oil Holdings, Blommer Chocolate Co. launch new cocoa sustainability initiatives

The companies increased their commitments to addressing child labor and deforestation.

June 9, 2020

As part of their ongoing commitment to sustainability, Osaka, Japan-based Fuji Oil Holdings and its Chicago-based subsidiary Blommer Chocolate Co. said they launched two global initiatives that address the most significant social issues faced by the cocoa industry.

Danone Institute North America to award grants to advance sustainable food systems

The nonprofit innovation center established by Danone North America will award up to $90,000 to four selected teams.

April 23, 2020

Danone Institute North America, a nonprofit innovation center established by Danone North America, said it launched its second annual "One Planet. One Health" grant program on April 22.

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