🎙️New Episode Out Now! Our host Pam Leinmiller speaks with Keith Bearden, CEO of Alter Eco, to discuss the company's innovative approach to sustainable and regenerative practices in the chocolate #industry. Here are the key takeaways from the episode: - Mission-Driven: Alter Eco's mission is to restore ecosystems, improve livelihoods, and reduce waste. - Regenerative Agriculture: 75% of Alter Eco's cocoa beans come from regenerative farms, with a goal of 100% by 2030. - Certified Sustainability: Alter Eco is B-Corp certified, Fair for Life certified, and uses compostable packaging. - Market Challenges: The cacao market faces challenges from #climatechange, drought, and crop diseases, leading to price fluctuations. - Sourcing Strategy: Alter Eco sources beans from Latin America, works with co-ops, and pays farmers fair wages. - Innovation: The company focuses on innovation, developing new products and improving manufacturing processes. - Commercial Success: Alter Eco is a natural channel leader and is expanding into conventional markets. Listen to the full episode to learn more about Alter Eco's inspiring story and commitment to sustainability- https://lnkd.in/g68MHBj8 #sustainability #regenerativeagriculture #innovation #chocolate #foodwaste #foodindustry #ecosystems
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Embrace a future of sustainability and flavor with HM Rice Mills as your trusted partner, guiding you towards a culinary experience that not only tantalizes your taste buds but also nurtures the planet. 🌱🌾 As champions of sustainable agriculture, we're committed to redefining the way rice is produced, ensuring that every grain we cultivate leaves a positive impact on the environment. 🌍💚 From implementing eco-friendly farming practices that promote soil health and biodiversity to embracing renewable energy sources that power our operations, sustainability is at the core of everything we do. ♻️✨ But sustainability isn't just about protecting the planet - it's also about celebrating the rich flavors and textures that nature has to offer. 🍚🌟 With our premium rice varieties, you can taste the difference that sustainability makes - from the vibrant colors to the complex flavors, each grain is a testament to the harmony between agriculture and the environment. 🌾🍴 So when you choose HM Rice Mills, you're not just choosing a supplier - you're choosing a sustainability partner, a partner in flavor, and a partner in shaping a better future for generations to come. Join us in embracing a future where sustainability and flavor go hand in hand with HM Rice Mills. 🚀🌾 #HMRiceMills #SustainabilityAndFlavor #PartnerInSustainability #CulinaryFuture
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Unlock the potential of biosolutions to drive sustainable business growth! 🌍 As global demands evolve, our planet faces the challenge of providing nutritious food sustainably. Biosolutions, powered by enzymes and microbes, offer a strategic approach to tackle food loss, waste, and resource scarcity. They enable farmers to maximize crop yields, reduce water pollution, and adopt climate-smart farming practices. By integrating these innovations, we can create resilient food systems that not only meet market demands but also enhance operational efficiency and sustainability. Take the lead in transformative action! Discover how biosolutions are revolutionizing food production, processing, and consumption. From farm to table, these solutions make nutritious food accessible while minimizing environmental impact. Empower your organization to make impactful decisions that align with both business growth and sustainability goals. Together, we can build a future where business success and environmental stewardship go hand in hand. Explore more about how biosolutions are shaping the future of food systems. https://lnkd.in/eRH7eQrG #Biosolutions #Sustainability #FoodSystems #Innovation #ClimateSmartFarming #Novonesis #TransformativeAction #FutureOfFood
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We're going to HackSummit! Marika, Rosemari, and Erika are excited to meet familiar and new faces, learn, connect, and scout for investment opportunities. We're particularly focused on finding solutions in these areas: 📦 Food Packaging: Innovations that enhance the recyclability of food packaging in line with EU regulations. 🌾 Food Security Solutions: Cutting-edge technologies addressing food security challenges in essential crops such as wheat, corn, spices, and coffee. 👩🌾 Sustainable Agriculture: Technologies promoting sustainable and regenerative farming practices, with a particular emphasis on improving soil health. ♻ Circularity: Innovations that enhance circularity and facilitate the upcycling of waste streams, supporting a more sustainable and efficient use of resources. #hacksummit #impactinvesting #futureoffood #circularity #regenfarming #foodsecurity #foodpackaging #sustainablepackaging #cvc
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Have you signed up for the 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐒𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐭 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐃𝐢𝐠𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭 taking place next week? 🌱 As climate change reshapes the food sector, companies must act now to adopt smarter, more sustainable strategies. This event brings together industry leaders to explore the innovative solutions driving change—from reducing carbon footprint to creating green, resilient food systems. At Symrise AG, we understand just how important this is. We are deeply committed to sustainable farming practices like regenerative agriculture, and to ensuring the long-term sourcing of natural ingredients. 🔗 Register today and join this important conversation to discover how the sector is evolving: https://lnkd.in/e6EXiBvC #Sustainability #RegenerativeAgriculture #SustainableSourcing #FoodNavigatorSummit
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🌱 State of the Industry: Sustainable Food and Agriculture in 2024 🌱 Our comprehensive report delves into the 2024 landscape of sustainable food and agriculture, highlighting key trends, challenges, and opportunities. As the global market for sustainable food products is projected to reach $1.5 trillion by 2027, this report explores how innovative practices are driving growth and transforming the industry. Key insights include: - The rise of regenerative and precision agriculture - Growing consumer demand for plant-based and lab-grown proteins - Urban agriculture as a solution for space-constrained environments - Challenges in consumer affordability and scaling sustainable practices - The future of food is not just about production but also about sustainability, equity, and resilience. Read the report to understand how we can feed a growing global population while protecting our planet. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gkkAxd6S #Sustainability #FoodIndustry #Agriculture2024 #Innovation #EnvironmentalStewardship
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🌱𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐮𝐞 𝐂𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐈𝐠𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 (𝐀𝐧𝐝 𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐏𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐈𝐭)🌱 When we talk about 𝘴𝘶𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘯𝘢𝘣𝘭𝘦 𝘢𝘨𝘳𝘪𝘤𝘶𝘭𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘦, it’s easy to think it’s only about protecting the planet. But it’s about so much more. It's about 𝙬𝙝𝙤 𝙧𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙡𝙮 𝙥𝙖𝙮𝙨 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙥𝙧𝙞𝙘𝙚 when sustainability is ignored in our food systems. Consider this: 👉 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀 face unpredictable income and tougher conditions, often forced to choose between short-term survival and long-term sustainability. 🌐 👉 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝗹 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 experience rising pollution and reduced water quality, often harming their health and economic opportunities. 🤒 👉 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘀𝘂𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀 ultimately pay through rising food prices and decreased access to nutritious foods as climate pressures impact yields. 🍇 👉 𝗙𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗴𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 inherit a planet less capable of producing food reliably and a supply chain that prioritizes quick gains over enduring growth.🌍 🌐 We can all be part of the solution, whether we’re buyers, suppliers, or advocates. Supporting sustainable agricultural practices benefits us 𝘢𝘭𝘭—now and into the future. 👩🌾 Every dollar invested in sustainability today has a ripple effect on the health and stability of our global food systems tomorrow. So, how will you contribute to a more sustainable food system? 🌍 👇 #Sustainability #Agriculture #SustainableDevelopment #ValueChains #FutureOfFood
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𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐠𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐬 The term "sustainable development" is increasingly prevalent across various sectors, including food and electronics. But what does it really mean? Sustainable development is defined as "development that meets the present needs without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs." In agriculture and food, sustainable growth requires utilizing natural resources in a way that regenerates their productive capacity while minimizing harmful ecosystem impacts. Since WWII, agriculture has seen dramatic changes due to new technologies, mechanization, increased chemical use, and government policies favoring maximum production and lower food prices. However, these advancements have come with significant environmental and social costs. Issues such as topsoil depletion, groundwater contamination, air pollution, greenhouse gas emissions, the decline of family farms, new health threats, economic concentration in food industries, and the disintegration of rural communities have emerged as consequences. Today, the movement for sustainable agriculture integrates three main goals: environmental health, economic profitability, and social equity. 𝙎𝙩𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙜𝙞𝙚𝙨 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙎𝙪𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙖𝙗𝙡𝙚 𝘼𝙜𝙧𝙞𝙘𝙪𝙡𝙩𝙪𝙧𝙚 𝙌𝙪𝙖𝙡𝙞𝙩𝙮 𝙁𝙤𝙤𝙙 𝙋𝙧𝙤𝙙𝙪𝙘𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣: Provide nutritious food without harming the environment, reducing the carbon footprint. 𝘈𝘥𝘥𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘊𝘭𝘪𝘮𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘤 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘗𝘦𝘴𝘵 𝘊𝘩𝘢𝘭𝘭𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘦𝘴: Manage adverse climatic changes and pests by involving all stakeholders. Strategies include planting hedgerows for natural pest control and using diverse crop blends to confuse pests. 𝘙𝘦𝘵𝘢𝘪𝘭𝘦𝘳 𝘗𝘳𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘤𝘦𝘴: Use eco-friendly packaging alternatives to reduce environmental impact. 𝘙𝘦𝘥𝘶𝘤𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘈𝘨𝘳𝘪𝘤𝘶𝘭𝘵𝘶𝘳𝘢𝘭 𝘙𝘶𝘯𝘰𝘧𝘧: Implement water management practices to prevent harmful substance biomagnification in water bodies. 𝘌𝘤𝘰𝘯𝘰𝘮𝘪𝘤 𝘗𝘳𝘦𝘴𝘴𝘶𝘳𝘦𝘴: Support farmers in adopting sustainable practices to alleviate economic pressures and reduce pesticide reliance. 𝘚𝘢𝘧𝘦 𝘍𝘰𝘰𝘥 𝘈𝘤𝘤𝘦𝘴𝘴: Ensure food safety and nutritional quality by minimizing or eliminating toxic residues, often through food cooperatives and a comprehensive food systems approach. Conclusion Sustainable development in agriculture and food systems is essential for meeting our current needs without compromising the future. By adopting sustainable practices, we can create a healthier, more equitable, and environmentally friendly food production system. #sustainability #agriculture #food #newchanges
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♻️ Sustainability isn’t just a goal at Phycom—it’s our foundation. Every step, from cultivating algae to creating functional food concepts, is driven by our commitment to a greener, more sustainable world. 🌍 Our algae-based ingredients go beyond traditional food solutions. They are carefully cultivated to be rich in nutrients, environmentally responsible, and versatile, serving as natural alternatives in the food industry. By embracing algae, we’re working to transform how we think about food production, tapping into the extraordinary potential of nature’s smallest powerhouse. 🌱💪 Discover how our innovative processes and sustainable approach shape a healthier, greener future. Let’s reimagine food, one algae cell at a time. 🌊✨ #Sustainability #GreenInnovation #AlgaeSolutions #FutureOfFood #EcoFriendly #Phycom https://lnkd.in/e-bW45QT
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🌍 The future of sustainable development with cultivated meat 🌱 In the last part of our series, we explored the health benefits of cultivated meat. Today we're focusing on its impact on sustainable development. What does the future hold in this area? 🌟 Did you know that one in nine people in the world is undernourished? 🍽️ Switching to a completely plant-based way of eating isn't a simple solution for everyone. That's where cultivated meat comes in. 🥩 At Bene Meat Technologies, we see huge opportunities in using cultivated meat to overcome these challenges. It has the potential to significantly reduce our environmental footprint, as well as providing a sustainable alternative to traditional meat production. 🌿🌎 Watch our short video and share your thoughts with us!💬 Let's build a sustainable future together.✨ #BeneMeatTechnologies #cultivatedmeat #BMT #sustainabledevelopment #futureoffood #environmentalimpact #innovationinfood
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🌍 The future of sustainable development with cultivated meat 🌱 In the last part of our series, we explored the health benefits of cultivated meat. Today we're focusing on its impact on sustainable development. What does the future hold in this area? 🌟 Did you know that one in nine people in the world is undernourished? 🍽️ Switching to a completely plant-based way of eating isn't a simple solution for everyone. That's where cultivated meat comes in. 🥩 At Bene Meat Technologies, we see huge opportunities in using cultivated meat to overcome these challenges. It has the potential to significantly reduce our environmental footprint, as well as providing a sustainable alternative to traditional meat production. 🌿🌎 Watch our short video and share your thoughts with us!💬 Let's build a sustainable future together.✨ #BeneMeatTechnologies #cultivatedmeat #BMT #sustainabledevelopment #futureoffood #environmentalimpact #innovationinfood
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