SA Food Review

Sustainability

19 Dec 2024

Giraf Macadamia Milk range wins silver and gold awards

The one and only Giraf Macadamia Milk range has made a splash at the 2024 Food&Home Awards, snagging not just one, but two accolades — silver and gold. As a newcomer to the market Giraf Macadamia is already setting the bar high in South Africa’s growing plant-milk and beverage industry. Giraf Macadamia Original was awarded...
24 Nov 2024

Anadolu Efes' sustainable water strategy 

Anadolu Efes is committed to sustainability, aiming for net zero emissions and zero-waste certification by 2030, while reducing water consumption. Sustainability is firmly anchored in the Turkish beverage company’s business strategy, which includes targets for greenhouse gas emissions (net zero by 2030) and waste generated (zero-waste certification for its malt and beer business by 2030). ...
28 Oct 2024

Smart, sustainable packaging solutions

The food industry is rapidly evolving, driven by market demands and technological advancements. Flexible packaging methods are now essential to meet these changing needs. Various factors have influenced the behaviour of billions of people. The production system has evolved to accommodate the consumer’s growing demands. The food industry has seen a rapid evolution in market...
13 Jun 2023

ALPLA invests 60 million euros in PET recycling plant in South Africa

Packaging and recycling specialist ALPLA is building a state-of-the-art recycling plant in the South African coastal town of Ballito, north of Durban. The plant, with an output of 35,000 tonnes of recycled PET material, marks the company’s entry into the African recycling market. Construction will start in summer 2023 and completion is planned for autumn...
15 May 2023

 Taking paper packaging forward

 Henkel and UPM Specialty Papers present recyclable, grease-resistant paper solution  As brands seek more sustainable packaging options, new coating technologies for fibre-based packaging are unlocking the full potential of paper. At Interpack 2023, Henkel and UPM Specialty Papers presented two recyclable paper solutions created through a joint development between the two companies that push the...
03 Mar 2023

Effects of rolling blackouts on SA’s Plastics Industry

By: Plastics SA executive director, Anton Hanekom Negative impact of relentless interruptions With the seemingly endless challenges that South Africa and its people face, the driving force behind these challenges seems to be the notorious rolling blackouts that have plagued our country for more than a decade. From manufacturing and production to retail and education,...
15 Feb 2023

Ideas that will inspire flavour innovation in 2023 

Kerry’s Global Taste and Nutrition Charts for 2023 profiles the upcoming and emerging flavours for the coming year, as well as top mainstream and key tastes. Flavours that are up-and-coming and emerging are underpinned by inspiration from global cuisines and heirloom recipes, while consumers remain motivated by authenticity, comfort, and a desire to meet sustainability...
02 Nov 2020

Consumers still concerned with sustainability despite COVID-19 economic impact

Most consumers will pay more for food and beverage products containing sustainably produced ingredients.  This according to research conducted by emulsifier specialist, Palsgaard.  Focus on the environment The company surveyed over 600 people in four countries.* It found that the COVID-19 pandemic has increased the importance they place on price, but has not detracted from...
23 Oct 2020

Boschendal is first Cape Winelands farm to receive animal welfare certification

The beef cattle and pigs at Boschendal are now Certified Animal Welfare Approved by A Greener World (AGW). Certified Animal Welfare Approved by AGW is the only higher animal welfare certification in South Africa and Boschendal is the first farm in the Cape Winelands to meet the programme’s standards, which were developed in collaboration with...
03 Aug 2020

Every South African can be an eco-warrior

Each year, the local plastics industry welcomes the arrival of Spring and warmer weather by encouraging citizens to help make a difference where they live, work, learn or play by participating in Clean-Up & Recycle SA Week. Clean-Up & Recycle SA Week is an annual public awareness week during which plastics and other litter are...