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A first-of-its-kind initiative, the Harris Coffee Roasters Recovery Project is offering  $1million worth of support for the Australian cafe owners nationwide.

As published in Produce Plus by Fruit Net on 8 June 2020

BioPak's chief executive Gary Smith shares how a willingness to consider broader costs can support innovation in fresh produce packaging.

There have been incredibly rapid changes in patterns of consumption and behaviour but what are the environmental costs of the pandemic? How can we take steps to ensure the environment itself does not become another casualty of this crisis?

In recent weeks the largest cities in the world have marvelled at the clear, blue skies precipitated by the arrival of the virus – and it’s a great time for some blue-sky thinking about our management of waste and our environmental footprint.

Bagasse, also known as sugarcane pulp, is a fibrous material left behind in the sugarcane harvesting process. It has a multitude of uses and is especially valuable in the foodservice packaging industry as a sustainable alternative to conventional plastic packaging.

Composting is nature’s way of recycling and creates nutrient-rich soil food. It’s an effective method for diverting food scraps, organic waste, and compostable packaging from landfill. There are a number of composting methods that are suitable for different materials. Learn more.

What’s the difference between home and industrial composting? Composting offers a closed-loop solution, but to avoid unnecessary contribution to landfill, correct disposal of the organic waste is crucial. Learn best practices for industrial and home composting.

Wondering what types of materials end up in landfill? Find out what goes in landfill and why we need to rethink our current linear economy and move towards a circular economy.