Sustainability

General Mills, ADM and Walmart Partner on Wheat Regenerative Agriculture Program

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:40:00 -0400

This program focuses on key growing regions where General Mills sources wheat from ADM for products sold through Walmart and Sam’s Club, demonstrating a shared commitment to strengthening supply chain resilience and farming communities.

Mitigating Brand Risk with Assured Product Destruction

Tue, 14 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Finding a secure way to manage waste in the food and beverage industry helps ensure that through every change of hands waste is handled discreetly and securely, mitigating brand risk.

CPG Firms Must Move Strategically to Meet Sustainable Packaging Goals

Fri, 10 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

As CPG companies transition to sustainable materials, trade-offs are almost guaranteed.

Mondelez Introduces Recycled Flexible Packaging for Marabou Chocolate Bars

Tue, 07 Jul 2026 12:21:00 -0400

Using LyondellBasell CirculenRevive polymers with 100% attributed recycled content via an ISCC PLUS-certified mass balance approach, Mondelez is now offering packaging sourced from 75% recycled content.

Nut Processor Pearl Crop Partners with Renewable America on Solar Projects

Sat, 04 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

The agreement between Renewable America and Pearl Crop covers four different projects across locations in Ripon, Linden and Stockton, California.

PepsiCo: 70% of Key Ingredients Sustainably Sourced

Fri, 03 Jul 2026 00:00:00 -0400

PepsiCo highlights progress against its 2030 Positive Agriculture (pep+) goals, with gains in scaling regenerative agriculture and restorative and protective practices, advancing sustainable sourcing, and improvements in livelihoods.

Trump Signs Executive Order in Support of Regenerative Agriculture

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 10:04:00 -0400

The executive order directs HHS, USDA and the EPA to strengthen research, innovation and public-private partnerships that support regenerative agriculture while advancing the Make America Healthy Again agenda.

KIND: Half of Almond Supply Comes from Farms Using Regenerative Agriculture

Wed, 24 Jun 2026 12:00:00 -0400

Through the KIND Almond Acres Initiative, the company tested regenerative agriculture practices and innovative technologies in California, home to approximately 80% of the world's almond production.

Nescafé: Half of Green Coffee Sourced from Farmers Adopting Regenerative Agriculture Practices

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

In 2025, more than 1,600 Nescafé agronomists and field staff supported farmers in 15 countries through training and technical support on regenerative agriculture.

Grupo Bimbo Reports 500,000 Hectares Under Regenerative Agriculture Practices

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:24:00 -0400

The company’s regenerative agriculture strategy is based on three core principles: improving soil health, strengthening biodiversity and ecosystems, and supporting farming communities in their transition toward more resilient practices.

Vanguard Renewables Breaks Ground on Minnesota Anaerobic Digestion Facility

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 10:04:00 -0400

The facility will process more than 300 tons of food and beverage waste per day, providing regional manufacturers, retailers and distributors with a reliable way to divert material from landfills.

GS1 Releases Guidance for EPR Packaging Requirements

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:15:00 -0400

Created for brands, retailers, associations and solution providers impacted by EPR laws, this guideline addresses a growing need for scalable, reliable packaging data management and demonstrates how GS1 Standards can be leveraged for EPR packaging reporting.

Sustainable Packaging Struggles While Energy Efficiency Gains Momentum

Tue, 19 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Consumer preferences for recycled packaging are not unanimous, but they remain interested in sustainability practices. Meanwhile, food processors are strategically advancing energy efficiency programs that leverage advanced analytics and automation technologies.

Looking Toward Water-Smart Cleaning and Sanitation

Mon, 18 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

As the call is on to conserve water and lower usage, modern cleaning and sanitation systems employ digital tools and AI to curb wasteful water usage.

Is the Food Industry Making Progress on Food Waste?

Thompsona@bnpmedia.com (Alyse Thompson-Richards) — Thu, 07 May 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Food waste poses a significant challenge across the food industry. New research reveals that while many companies recognize the issue, only a fraction set tangible reduction targets. To align actions with global best practices, measuring and reporting food waste is crucial.

Dairy Co-op Agri-Mark Partners with Eversource on Energy Efficiency Upgrade

Tue, 05 May 2026 10:41:00 -0400

Agri-Mark and Eversource partnered on the installation of a high-efficiency mechanical vapor recompression unit, which is used in the production of condensed and powdered milk products. This equipment has resulted in reductions that help lower energy usage, reduce costs and support operational consistency and product quality.

Divert Opens Integrated Diversion and Energy Facility in Washington

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 10:29:00 -0400

At capacity, the facility will transform the material it receives into over 235,000 MMBtu of renewable energy and 450,000 pounds of nutrient-rich fertilizer annually.

Mars Secures Wind Energy from Planned Lithuanian Wind Farm

Wed, 29 Apr 2026 09:41:00 -0400

The project, planned to go live in 2028, will also support the Mars pet food manufacturing facility in Lithuania, providing a secure, long-term source of renewable electricity.

How Are Manufacturers Approaching Energy Efficiency?

Thompsona@bnpmedia.com (Alyse Thompson-Richards) — Tue, 07 Apr 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Rising energy costs and global pressures are pushing food manufacturers to prioritize efficiency. ABB research shows energy makes up about a quarter of operating costs, driving investments—but real gains require a holistic, system-wide approach.

Barilla Touts Sustainability Improvements in Packaging, Water Management

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 12:18:00 -0400

Barilla says it continues to strengthen its commitment to the responsible management of resources, from efficient water management to the design of more circular packaging solutions.

Aircapture, Almanac Beer Co. Debut Beer Carbonated with CO₂ from the Atmosphere

Tue, 24 Mar 2026 09:06:00 -0400

Installed at Almanac's brewery in Alameda, California, Aircapture's modular direct air capture unit pulls carbon dioxide from ambient air and delivers beverage-grade liquid CO₂.

End-of-Line Versus End-of-Life: Sustainability Throughout the Food Packaging Lifecycle

Mon, 23 Mar 2026 10:03:00 -0400

There are two key points in the lifecycle of food packaging where sustainability gains can be made: end-of-line and end-of-life. At first glance, these terms may appear interchangeable, but they describe distinct stages of food packaging manufacturing.

Put Contextualized OEE Data to Use Managing Plantwide Processes

Tue, 10 Mar 2026 00:00:00 -0400

While OEE is a must-have for troubleshooting line problems, contextualized OEE data with its time signatures is a key input in analyzing when and what went wrong with a plant’s total production process, including wasted product and utilities. And it can even aid in the track-and-trace process.

Mars to Purchase Renewable Energy from Swedish Wind Farm

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 12:06:00 -0500

Through a long-term agreement, Mars has secured 70% of the annual production from the Kölvallen Wind Farm.

Primo Brands Unveils Solar Array at Maine Bottling Facility

Thu, 19 Feb 2026 10:24:00 -0500

The ground-mounted solar array is expected to generate more than 18 million kilowatt-hours of clean electricity annually, reducing the facility’s carbon footprint while providing long-term cost predictability.

Motor and Drive Sustainability: Don’t Forget to Look at the Bigger Picture

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 00:00:00 -0500

As the march continues to make motor efficiency nearly 99%, the way motors are used and applied can make a big difference in the overall sustainability picture of any plant.

Divert Secures Funding to Scale Food Waste Reduction Infrastructure

Tue, 20 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0500

Divert is accelerating its business momentum, including the buildout of its Integrated Diversion & Energy Facilities in Longview, Washington and Lexington, North Carolina, which are expected to commence operations later this year.

AI, Sustainability and Health: Top Food Industry Trends in 2026

Thompsona@bnpmedia.com (Alyse Thompson-Richards) — Tue, 20 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0500

Last year was an eventful year for the food manufacturing industry, and FOOD ENGINEERING expects many of the major themes to carry over into 2026.

Taking a Cross-Functional Approach to Food Industry Trends

Thompsona@bnpmedia.com (Alyse Thompson-Richards) — Mon, 12 Jan 2026 00:00:00 -0500

Bob Garrison, chief editor of Prepared Foods, Kelley Rodriguez, editor-in-chief of Refrigerated & Frozen Foods, and Alyse Thompson-Richards, editor-in-chief of FOOD ENGINEERING, discuss the biggest trends impacting the food industry in 2025 and beyond.

Vanguard Renewables Opens Second Anaerobic Digestion Facility in Wisconsin

Fri, 26 Dec 2025 07:00:00 -0500

The facility can process up to 275 tons of food and beverage waste per day and will generate 289,000 MMBtu of renewable natural gas annually.