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The recording of the #CIRCLESEU conference is out! 🎬 Experts from across Europe came together to share the latest breakthroughs in food systems transformation. From innovative research to real-world solutions, it’s all about how we can produce food in a way that's better for our health and kinder to the planet. Couldn’t attend the event? No problem – you can relive the most inspiring moments and gain valuable insights through the conference video. 💡 Whether you're a food professional, sustainability advocate, or just curious about the future of food, this is your chance to learn and take action. Watch the full video here 👇 https://lnkd.in/eyD_UPyc

🌱 Partner Spotlight: Colab4Food 🌱 Colab4Food is driving innovation in Portugal's Agri-food sector by bridging academia and industry. Their mission? To create sustainable food processes, develop personalised food solutions, and valorise agri-food by-products. In #WASTELESS, Colab4Food is testing tools and methodologies with Portuguese food industries, focusing on reducing food loss in fruits and vegetables. Their efforts are crucial in supporting the UN’s Sustainable Development Goals, reducing environmental impact, and enhancing food security. 🌍🍎 Learn more: https://ow.ly/Vm8y50TRIBG #FLWSisters #Sustainability #FoodInnovation

🌍🍽️ On #WorldFoodDay 2024, we highlight the role of ERC-funded research in promoting sustainable food production and consumption. A key ERC report explores 102 projects funded with €228M, aligned with the EU's #Food2030 policy to transform food systems, ensuring access to nutritious, affordable food for all. These ERC-funded projects address key challenges like food waste, and help pave the way towards healthier, more sustainable eating habits🌱 👉 https://bit.ly/3BIxizg #FrontierResearch #SDGs #SustainableFood #FoodSystems #Innovation #EUFunded EU Science, Research and Innovation

We are in need of a sustainable food system that benefits the environment, society, and the economy. But how do we do that? On Friday 8 March, the CUES project will organise the CUES in Action Symposium. This event explores CUES’ innovative approaches, unveiling how CUES is shaping a new reality where sustainable eating is the norm. Join us in navigating this pivotal journey towards a sustainable future. During the symposium, Dr Yijing Wang and Dr Freya De Keyzer, Ph.D. De Keyzer of ESHCC will act as moderators. Amongst the organisers involved are also Dr Anne-Marie van Prooijen of ESHCC and Bozhidar Ivanov, PhD of Erasmus University Rotterdam. The CUES project, which stands for Consumers’ Understanding of Eating Sustainably, aims to make big changes by creating better ways of sharing information about sustainability with consumers. This includes things like sustainable labels on food and understanding how different ways of producing, transporting, and consuming food affect society. For more information and registration, visit our website https://bit.ly/49vMmvz #food #sustainability #future #symposium #science

🌍 Future Trends in Sustainable Food Technologies 🔮 Stay ahead with future trends in sustainable food technologies! Innovations driving the food industry towards a greener future. #FutureTrends #SustainableTech #FoodInnovation 🌱

Environmental and Food Industry Insight: The Importance of Sustainability Certifications and Badges for Food Manufacturers As the food industry evolves, sustainability certifications and badges are becoming increasingly significant. These markers of environmental responsibility offer real benefits for food manufacturers and consumers alike. We sought insights from food industry and environmental experts on the value of these certifications and their impact on sales. Read more on our website: https://lnkd.in/dP4WtHXB #ZinasFineFoods #Sustainability #FoodIndustry #EcoFriendly #SustainableFood #GreenManufacturing #EnvironmentalImpact #FoodSafety #SustainablePractices #EcoCertifications #FoodManufacturers #GreenBadges #SustainableGrowth #EcoConscious #SustainableLiving #EnvironmentalStewardship #GreenInitiatives #FoodProduction #SustainableDevelopment #ClimateAction

🥗 Today is #WorldFoodDay — a powerful reminder of the urgent need to transform our food systems for a healthier, more sustainable future. Check out Horizon Magazine’s interview with Richard Zaltzman, CEO of EIT Food, where he shares insights on how farmers, businesses, and consumers are leading the way to create a more sustainable food ecosystem across Europe. "The EU’s food system does not exist in a vacuum; what happens in Europe in terms of food production, consumption, and legislation has far-reaching impacts across the world." Read the full interview here: https://lnkd.in/ewTYvqGG #ResearchImpactEU

🤔 Would you use an eco-label on food products?   The @EIT Food Consumer Observatory surveyed nearly 10,000 European consumers to understand the motivations, barriers and questions when it comes to eco-labelling on food products.    To have the most positive impact, eco-labelling should be part of a package of interventions, including an increase in the availability of more sustainable choices and public information campaigns. From our research, it’s clear that there is widespread support for an independent, universal, and evidence-based logo for sustainable food products and for the responsibility for validating green claims to be in the hands of an independent party. But consumers need more in the way of information, transparency and trust.    Download the full report to get all the insights from the Consumer Observatory ⬇️ https://lnkd.in/dH33M7m5   The Consumer Observatory, powered by EIT Food, drives food systems transformation by providing consumer insights and guidance for agrifood stakeholders and offering market trend services to enable informed actions and decision-making toward a healthier, more sustainable and resilient future: https://lnkd.in/d6NMy2ui   🙋🏻♂️To access the latest insights or discuss your specific research needs, get in touch today!    #EcoLabelling #ConsumerInsight #FoodSystem

Insightful reading! And not surprisingly, EU consumers seek more transparency, trustworthiness and traceability when it comes to sustainability. They call for an independent, universal and evidence based eco-label on food. Sustainability is a widely interpretated term. However, the consumers are actually very clear on the different aspects of importance, they seek in an eco-label. If we want a consumer buy-in, we should listen and adapt. Thank you Klaus G. Grunert for sharing. And EIT Food for making this information available. Let's hope our Fødevarestyrelsen will take the finding into consideration in the coming eco-labelling. #sustainability #eco-label #consumerneeds #ESG

🌍 Happy Earth Day from Fortifi Food Processing Solutions! Did you know that... ❓ 🌏 Nearly 1/3 of all food intended for food consumption is wasted or lost 🌎 About 13% of global food production is lost between harvest and retail sale Today, as we celebrate our planet and renew our commitment to sustainability, we reflect on the crucial role that food automation solutions play in building a greener future. At Fortifi, we recognize that sustainable practices are not just an option but a responsibility. By streamlining processes, reducing energy consumption, and optimizing resources, our solutions help food producers worldwide operate more sustainably. From reducing food waste through precise portioning to optimizing packaging materials to minimize environmental impact, we are dedicated to making a positive difference for our planet. On this Earth Day and every day, we are proud to be part of the solution, empowering food producers to embrace sustainable practices and contribute to a healthier, more sustainable future for generations to come. Together, let's continue to innovate, collaborate, and advocate for a greener, more sustainable world. Happy Earth Day! #EarthDay #Sustainability #FoodAutomation #GreenFuture #Fortifi #FoodProcessingSolutions