Consumers share a huge part of the blame for food waste. But in defense of western households, they get very little help from expiration dates on the food they purchase, despite the highly sophisticated supply chains that depend on precision everywhere else.
How are consumers supposed to interpret the date on the package? Consumers’ typical response is to take no chances with disappointing sensory experiences or food poisoning and to jettison foods by, or even before, specified dates, witho…
In this two-part series, the author explores the history of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), what is needed to help EPR succeed, and how brands can best prepare for EPR.
In this two-part series, the author explores the history of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), what is needed to help EPR succeed, and how brands can best prepare for EPR.
In this column, the author describes the global prevalence of food intolerances and provides insight into state-of-science ingredient replacement and removal methods when formulating gluten-free and lactose-free foods.
An infographic describing food and beverage companies’ outlooks regarding ESG initiatives.
Agrologist and agricultural futurist Robert Saik wants to feed the world better and more sustainably. To make that happen, leveraging science and technology will be critical.