Navigating the sustainability minefield: Challenges and solutions for natural products – video

The quest for sustainable supplements and food and beverage production presents exciting opportunities, yet complex challenges for developers. Learn more about how to ensure ethical and sustainable sourcing practices throughout the supply chain in this informative video. Price: $50

Heather Carter, Associate editor

November 11, 2024

53 Min View

Navigating the sustainability minefield

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At a Glance

Companies are minimizing environmental impact through practices like conserving water and maintaining fair labor standards.
Some traditional methods of processing ingredients are energy-intensive, but new solutions are emerging to reduce energy use.
There are several strategies for creating sustainable products that do not compromise on quality or efficacy.

As the demand for sustainable practices rises, food, beverage and supplement producers are in a race to develop eco-friendly products. But achieving sustainability isn’t simple — it’s a balancing act with plenty of challenges. In this roundtable discussion, learn more about ways to make sourcing and production more ethical, from reducing deforestation and conserving water to ensuring fair labor practices. Also, some ingredient-processing techniques require high energy input, but new innovations are helping to lower that cost to the planet. Explore these methods and learn how to reduce your product’s environmental footprint without sacrificing quality or effectiveness.

Panelists include Robyn O’Brien, COO, Moncalm; Ann Armbrecht, director at Sustainable Herbs Initiative; Blake Ebersole, president of NaturPro Scientific LLC. The discussion is moderated by Amanda White, conference content manager at SupplySide.

Watch this video to gain insight into:  

The challenges and opportunities in sustainable sourcing.
Innovative processing techniques to reduce energy consumption.
Actionable solutions to minimize a product’s environmental footprint without compromising performance in food and supplement production.

Timing 

00:00-07:00 – Introduction

07:00-20:15 – Roundtable discussion with all speakers

20:15-53:05 – Audience Q&A/interactive discussion

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About the Author

Heather Carter

Heather Carter

Associate editor, SupplySide Food & Beverage Journal

With over a decade of diverse professional experience under her belt, Heather has journeyed from the bustling world of local news reporting to the intricate realms of trade publishing. She has covered a wide array of topics, ranging from architecture and design to the food and beverage industry.

During her illustrious career, Heather also ventured into the realm of public relations, where she gleaned invaluable insights into the art of strategic communication and brand storytelling. Yet, her heart has always been anchored in the vibrant world of F&B, a passion deeply ingrained in her roots as the daughter of a seasoned chef. She has always held a profound appreciation for the role food plays in shaping cultures and connecting people.

With each story she tells, Heather seeks to illuminate the profound impact of food and beverage on people’s lives, celebrating its ability to evoke emotions, foster connections and weave the fabric of our shared human experience.

As SupplySide Food & Beverage Journal's associate editor, she co-publishes a weekly news column, Business Bites, which showcases the latest industry news, highlighting key business updates, food and beverage innovation, industry events and more. Some of her other articles touch on important topics, such as ultra-processed foods, plant-based foods primed to change the food landscape, international flavors and ingredients, as well as better-for-you CPGs. She also frequently covers top trends at various industry events and has moderated first-of-their-kind education sessions at Informa events.

She can be reached at [email protected].

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