In recent years, Del Monte Foods, Inc has launched several initiatives to reduce food waste to achieve net-zero carbon emissions by 2050. Now the American food producer has announced that two more of its products -- Boost Me Fruit Infusions and Del Monte Gut Love -- have been officially 'Upcycled Certified' by the Upcycled Food Association.
According to the company, with these two products alone, Del Monte will re-direct approximately 130,000 pounds of pineapple juice each year, greatly reducing its production of greenhouse gas emissions. The addition of these products further reinstates Del monte as the leading canned vegetable producer to be Upcycled Certified.
"As a household brand, the early leadership that Del Monte Foods is showing in the upcycling space will have an important impact on consumer awareness of reducing food waste for a healthier planet and future," said Turner Wyatt, Co-Founder and CEO of the Upcycled Food Association.
Sustainable Fruit Cups
Del Monte Curbs Food Waste with Two New Upcycled-Certified Products
Trend Themes
1. Upcycled Food - Del Monte's Upcycled Certified products are a signal of the growing trend towards Upcycled Food products, which offer an opportunity for the food industry to reduce waste and its environmental impact.
2. Sustainable Packaging - The introduction of Del Monte's sustainable fruit cups highlights the trend for more environmentally friendly packaging, offering an opportunity for packaging companies to invest in sustainable solutions.
3. Net-zero Emissions - Del Monte's goal of achieving net-zero carbon emissions by 2050 is part of a larger trend across industries to reduce their carbon footprint, presenting an opportunity for companies to invest in sustainable practices and technologies.
Industry Implications
1. Food & Beverage - The upcycling of food waste and the introduction of sustainable packaging within the industry are clear opportunities for food and beverage companies to invest in more environmentally responsible practices.
2. Packaging - The shift towards sustainable packaging presents a clear opportunity for packaging companies to invest in eco-friendly materials and innovative designs.
3. Environmental Services - The push towards net-zero emissions across industries creates a demand for environmental services companies to provide sustainable solutions and technologies for businesses to implement.