Sustainability
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International Potato Center Deposits 60k Seeds in Global Vault
The International Potato Center (CIP) recently joined 34 other organizations across the globe in depositing more than 60,000 seeds in the Svalbard ... -
Researchers Use Infrared Imaging for More Efficient Water Use
Water is essential for food production, with farming accounting for about 70% of global freshwater use. As countries expand agriculture to feed the... -
Innovative Sorting Aids Sustainability
A rapidly growing population, increased demand for produce and the threat of climate change bring with them risks to the food supply chain, and ... -
Turning Potato Waste into Profit in Australia
Four of the largest potato producers in Australia want to convert 100% of their potato waste into commercial benefit, through their partnership wit... -
Kiremko Participates in SDG-Challenge
Potato processor Kiremko will take part in the second edition of the SDG Challenge this year, an initiative organized by the youth marketing agency... -
Marais Group to Use Wooden Packaging for Potatoes
French vegetable producer and packaging company, Marais Group, recently announced that it will be using an innovative, eco-friendly, packaging solu... -
Iceland’s Trial to Reduce Plastic Packaging Includes Potatoes
Iceland has launched a trial that will the retailer reduce its plastic packaging by 93% across a range of fresh produce, including potatoes. The ... -
Sustainability High on the Agenda for New Belgian Branch Organization
Following the recent announcement that a new branch organization – Belpotato.be has been created in Belgium, Potato Business reached out to B... -
Mash Direct Funds “Green” Expansion Project
Processed vegetable company Mash Direct plans to invest GBP10m to increase capacity and develop new product lines as part of a “green” expansio... -
Lidl Ireland Starts Selling Meade White Potatoes in 100% Compostable Bags
Lidl Ireland has announced it has introduced its first 100% compostable bag of its kind for potatoes. The supermarket chain’s Meade White Potatoe...