What's the future direction for sustainable sourcing?

By Amarjit Sahota, director of Organic Monitor

22-Apr-2016 Last updated on 18-Mar-2017 at 16:01 GMT

Sustainable sourcing has become fashionable in the food industry, with a growing number of companies making such commitments. However, the increasing number of sustainability schemes raises questions about long-term developments.

The rise of the 'invisible ethical': Why consumers want sustainability throughout the supply chain

24-Mar-2016

By Niamh Michail

From non-GMO glycerine-based solvents to sustainably sourced hydrocolloids, more and more companies are seeking ethical certification for 'invisible' ingredients – but what’s fuelling this demand when consumers probably don’t even notice?

Separating fact from fantasy: What's the future for ethical labels?

18-Mar-2016

By Niamh Michail

Food brands are beginning to look beyond ethical certification schemes to source sustainable products. Can the likes of Fairtrade keep up?

Small businesses and social scientists must collaborate for a sustainable food chain

05-Oct-2015

By Niamh Michail

Food labelling and ethical certification aren’t as effective as we think - for a sustainable food chain, small and medium businesses need to team up with social scientists to create ‘attentive consumption’ and transform the supply chain, say participants...