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Giving produce clamshells a second life by making them recycle-ready

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Submitted by Elsewhere on 2020-Sep-30 Wed 09:32
2020-Sep-30 Wed 09:32
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On the first day of the NABC/USHBC Virtual Conference and Expo, John Keeley of Highland Packaging, Rick Tomlinson of the California Strawberry Commission and Janis McIntosh of Naturipe Farms discussed the history and future of recycling in the produce industry. One of the main focuses of this session was…

Global contest launched for environmentally friendly solutions for pomegranate husks

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Submitted by Elsewhere on 2020-Sep-29 Tue 09:43
2020-Sep-29 Tue 09:43
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500Foods shared this story from FP.com. The Wonderful Company announced the launch of the Wonderful Innovation Challenge. Offering up to $1 million in funding and development resources to innovators, the competition seeks to discover economic and environmentally friendly pilot ready solutions for the 50,000 tons of pomegranate husks generated…

The Wonderful Co. offers $1 million for pomegranate waste solution

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Submitted by Elsewhere on 2020-Sep-28 Mon 20:20
2020-Sep-28 Mon 20:20
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The Wonderful Co., Los Angeles, is offering up to $1 million for a solution to the 50,000 tons of pomegranate husks generated each year for the production of Pom Wonderful juice.

ReFED, a nonprofit working to end food loss and waste, is an advisor and managing partner for the challenge, according to a news release. Dubbed the Wonderful Innovation Challenge, the program offers up to $1 million in funding and development resources for environmentally friendly solutions to the rind, pith and seeds left from the juicing process.

“The Wonderful Innovation Challenge was born out of our mission to continually push the boundaries of sustainability by embracing bold, innovative ideas,” Steve Swartz, vice president of strategy at The Wonderful Co., said in the release. “This competition will provide a select group of winners the resources they need to grow their business, make a positive impact, and help us fulfill our environmental mission.”

Registration is open through Dec. 7 to apply for the program, which has four review stages:

Submission of a short application with a proposal; Qualified applicants will submit a detailed plan; Semi-finalists will participate in a virtual interview; and Finalists will pitch their solutions virtually to judges.

What are the New Ways to Recycle Banana Plant Waste?

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Submitted by Elsewhere on 2020-Sep-21 Mon 10:04
2020-Sep-21 Mon 10:04
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Oour farmers and small scale industries take up the ideas of reusing the banana byproduct, then it would not only earn them profit but also make a sustainable environment for all the living beings on the planet.

Wonky cauliflowers and broccoli help to power health snack revolution

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Submitted by Elsewhere on 2020-Sep-15 Tue 08:14
2020-Sep-15 Tue 08:14
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The launch of a new cauliflower crisp is the latest in a line of healthier snacks, using what are known as ‘ugly’ vegetables. Clare Johnston discovered how demand for nutritious and eco-friendly food options is helping Scotland’s farmers build a sustainable future. Just seven years ago, as much as 40% of…

Upcycled food movement gains momentum

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Submitted by Elsewhere on 2020-Sep-14 Mon 10:39
2020-Sep-14 Mon 10:39
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Roughly 30 to 40 percent of food produced is wasted and that’s a big problem for society and the planet due to unnecessary resource use, failure to feed hungry people, and harmful greenhouse gases emitted as unused food rots in landfill. According to the United Nations Food and Agriculture Office, food…

Turning pineapple leaves into aerogels for food preservation and wastewater treatment

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Submitted by Elsewhere on 2020-Sep-08 Tue 10:07
2020-Sep-08 Tue 10:07
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Although pineapples are rich in vitamins, enzymes and antioxidants, and are considered one of the most important fruits in the world, the harvesting of this delicious and healthy fruit results in tons of pineapple leaves waste. Left to rot or burning it, this waste can release harmful chemicals and…

How fresh produce waste is being turned into gut health fibre supplement

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Submitted by Elsewhere on 2020-Jul-08 Wed 11:39
2020-Jul-08 Wed 11:39
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A Queensland based food innovation company has produced a new health product, made mostly from discarded fruit and vegetables, which is being released. Natural Evolution has created an Australian first 3 in 1 Multifibre, called GUTHEALTH+, a synbiotic blend of prebiotics and probiotics, which supports,…