Around 32 percent of the energy used in the whole food supply chain is for distribution and processing, according to a report released by the Environmental Protection Agency in October 2023. Distribution and processing is also the stage that most post-harvest loss happens — as much as 30 percent in America, according to recent statistics.

Chrysal, a leader in flower care, will present its latest sustainable innovations at the International Plant Fair in Essen from Jan. 23 - 26. Chrysal Blue Box is a new real-time data platform that provides growers, importers and retailers with insights into quality parameters, processes and ultimately the quality of flowers throughout the entire sea transport process. Sustainability is a core focus at Chrysal, and it continue to make packaging more environmentally friendly.

Villita Avocados Inc., a Pharr, TX-based distributor of avocados, will make history in the produce industry when it begins fulfilling orders utilizing specially made produce bags that are 100 percent plastic-free and compostable.

Lidl US released its first Corporate Social Responsibility Report, highlighting the company’s environmental and social impact initiatives, and progress over the last two years. The advancements align with the company’s efforts to provide customers and communities with high-quality products at affordable prices while acting responsibly.

The International Fresh Produce Association sustainability experts are on the ground this week for the United Nations' climate change conference, COP28 in the United Arab Emirates. The conference, in its 28th year, brings together world leaders and governments, business and non-profit leaders, and academic experts to find concrete sustainability solutions.

Apeel Sciences has created a suite of technologies that enable suppliers to safeguard and grow their businesses. The company has launched a new campaign to communicate their latest advancements, making its business model faster, cheaper and easier for its partners.