As the potentially damaging effects of plastic packaging on
our ecosystem has grown to be more visible to consumers through mainstream and
social media, the issue of plastics in produce has come to the forefront. CPMA
has recognized the need for an integrated industry approach that best meets
regulatory requirements, while keeping produce safe and affordable for the end
consumer. To that end, the CPMA Plastics Packaging Working Group was
established to identify efforts underway within the industry, determine best
practices, and develop an industry-supported roadmap to maintaining food
quality and safety while reducing the environmental impact of plastics. On this
episode of Produce Talks, we review the results of a consumer insight survey on
plastic packaging with pollster David Coletto, CEO of Abacus Data, and speak
with Crystal Howe of Ice River Springs about their water bottles made from 100%
recycled plastic.
Thank you to our podcast sponsor, NatureFresh™ Farms.
