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At the Fresh Produce Impact Hub, we work together to find solutions to the planet's biggest #sustainability challenges in agriculture and fresh produce.

Northampton, England Katılım Mart 2022
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We have reached a huge milestone! 🇬🇭 The first fruits of the two-year FRESHPPACT journey are being produced and applied. One of our solution providers have worked hard to produce a potentially #sustainable alternative material to plastic mulch using waste from Coconut husk.
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Last November, our team members Dr. Amin Hosseinian-Far and Dr. Chijioke Dike represented FRESHPPACT at ESRC’s Festival of Social Sciences 2024, where they shared insights into our work tackling plastic pollution in the fresh produce industry. #FOSS2024
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Did you know that plastic is widely used in #agriculture? We're tackling this challenge by developing eco-friendly alternatives like coconut coir mulch and biodegradable packaging. We’re working with innovators like Coco 360, Kelpi, and Data Solution Hub to reduce plastic waste.
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Reflecting on our October 2024 workshop in Accra, FRESHPPACT, in collaboration with Blue Skies and Ghana's Ministry of Environment, Science, Technology, and Innovation (MESTI), convened key stakeholders to address plastic waste management myjoyonline.com/sustainable-so… #Sustainability
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Plastic mulch is widely used to retain soil moisture, suppress weeds, and boost yields, but it also contributes to pollution and soil degradation. That’s why FRESHPPACT is testing sustainable alternatives like coconut coir mulch in Ghana! #SustainableAgriculture
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A powerful reminder that protecting soil health is essential for food security, sustainability, and the future of agriculture. 🌍 #Sustainability
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The European Commission has outlined a vision for the future of #farming and food production in the EU. It aims to create a fair and competitive food system that provides affordable and sustainable food for everyone. commission.europa.eu/topics/agricul…
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Agroforestry entails the integration of trees and shrubs into farming systems to achieve a sustainable farming practice that enhances productivity, resilience, and environmental health. Discover more about this in our latest blog post 👇 #Agroforestry freshppact.org/blog/agrofores…
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Agroforestry entails the integration of trees and shrubs into farming systems to achieve a sustainable farming practice that enhances productivity, resilience, and environmental health. Discover more about this in our latest blog post 👇 #Agroforestry freshppact.org/blog/agrofores…
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A leaked draft of the European Commission’s omnibus regulation package proposal reveals substantial reductions in sustainability reporting requirements. The full release is expected on 26 February 2025.  sustainabilitymag.com/articles/leake…
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Experts suggest we can't fully escape microplastics but can reduce exposure with small, practical changes, like avoiding plastic food containers, using glass or stainless steel cookware, and swapping out non-stick pans. Learn more here 👇 self.com/story/how-to-a… #Microplastics
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"Europe’s multibillion-euro attempt to green its farming is turning into an exercise in creative accounting rather than genuine environmental progress, according to a new report by BirdLife Europe and NABU." #farming #greenwashing politico.eu/article/billio…
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Plastic is embedded in our daily lives—from the fibres in our clothing to the containers and utensils we use in the kitchen. Here are six simple switches that will start making a difference in your kitchen right away." homesandgardens.com/solved/micropl…
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