Jun 24, 2019 | Food Packing, Food Waste, News
Aldi, is to extend a trial removing plastic from some fresh vegetables as part of its campaign to cut packaging. The supermarket began selling five loose fresh produce lines without plastic wrapping in Scotland earlier this year. It is estimated that the move, if...
Jun 7, 2019 | Food Packing, Food Waste, News, Retailing
Sainsbury’s has committed to cutting a further 1,284 tonnes of plastic this year which includes removing 489 tonnes’ worth of plastic bags that are currently used for loose fruit, vegetables and bakery items. The retailer will be removing plastic bags for these items...
Jun 4, 2019 | Food Packing, News, Retailing
The UK’s first supermarket frozen ‘pick and mix’ and first essential refillables are among a series of ideas being looked at in a test from Waitrose & Partners, which has the aim to save thousands of tonnes of unnecessary plastic and packaging. The test is...
May 16, 2019 | Food labelling, Food Packing, News
Food Standards Scotland (FSS) has recommended improved allergen information on pre-packed foods for direct sale. Examples include foods such as sandwiches and salads which are made and packaged on the same premises where they are sold. The move follows the...
May 10, 2019 | Food Packing, Ingredients, News
The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has advised that increased allergen information should be provided on pre-packed direct sale food to give consumers greater confidence in the food they eat. The Board also set out key priorities identified as part of an ambition to make...
Apr 16, 2019 | Food Packing, Ingredients, News, Retailing
Following a successful trial, Aldi will donate surplus food directly to charities across the UK through a partnership with the community engagement platform, Neighbourly. The recent trial saw 24 of the supermarket’s stores paired with local good causes that have been...
