"Agricultural Supply Chains" News Archive

The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol triples its grower membership in three years, with 975 growers on 1.7 million acres, highlighting its dedication to sustainability in the industry.

Implemented by LVMH, Kering, and H&M, The Science Based Targets Network (SBTN) unveils groundbreaking targets to emphasize the urgency of biodiversity conservation and nature-based climate solutions.

Investors are pressuring fashion brands such as Burberry and Levi’s to improve their buying practices, driven by the recognition that sustainability is crucial for long-term financial success.

The company has partnered with Coats Digital to enhance its supplier network and streamline sourcing processes for improved efficiency and transparency.

PI Apparel Medellín's second edition in October will focus on Production & Supply Chain and Innovation, bringing together Colombian and US fashion industry leaders to explore transformative technologies and practices in Colombia's growing apparel market.

As consumers become more environmentally conscious, businesses are under pressure to not only reduce their own environmental footprint but also to ensure that their products are sourced and manufactured sustainably.

The forthcoming two-day Innovation Forum conference will delve into the critical sustainability challenges in commodity supply chains, focusing on navigating evolving legislation and its practical implications for farmers, forests, biodiversity, and nature.

Developing sustainability maturity in supply chains will be essential for companies to radically evolve their business models and capture new market opportunities.

By building better sustainable procurement taxonomies and then coordinating data sharing across entities, search and information costs can be reduced for both wholesale and retail purchases.

The Greener Manufacturing Show 2023, co-located with Plastic Waste Free World, offers exciting features, including a Start-Up Zone and BIO.NRW's Marketplace of Innovations, with sustainability and biotechnology workshops, making it a must-attend event for industry professionals.