Walmart Targeting Sustainable Suppliers

Walmart Targeting Sustainable Suppliers

March 12, 2013

Walmart is elevating its green goals by targeting sustainable suppliers, like food company Annie’s Homegrown, Inc. To read more, click HERE.

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AMRs benefit the full value chain of the CPG production line with built-in sensors, cameras and intelligent software to navigate efficiently and safely around workers and equipment.

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Horizon Organic to Become First Carbon Positive National Dairy Brand by 2025

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Ryder System Moves Forward with Sustainable Initiatives

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Leveraging Label Recognition Technology in Grocery Stores

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Processors Palette: Crisp Helps Greenleaf Stay Sustainable with New Technology

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Foodservice Takeout Does Not Need to Contribute to Landfills

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Tailored Lighting Key to Greater Indoor Farming Productivity

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DHL Releases Accelerated Roadmap to Achieving Climate-Neutral Logistics by 2030

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Smithfield Foods to Achieve Sustainable Packaging Goals by 2030

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Submissions Close March 21 for Food Logistics' 2021 Top Green Providers Award

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Study Highlights Demand for Natural Refrigerant-Based Condensing Units in Grocery Retail Space

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As the recycling market continues to present challenges and relies on national and global markets, composting presents a localized way to create a circular economy.

Green Your Take-Out with Compostable Foodservice Ware

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Food service packaging directly relates to consumer's health.

Foodservice Packaging Relies on Safety

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How to Improve Yield in Manufacturing to Curb Food Waste

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