Mission to reduce plastic packaging

As a company which pioneered bagged salad more than 20 years ago, Natures Way Foods has this year launched its ‘plastic approach’.

The company said: “We believe action is needed to tackle the plastics in the environment from Governments down to individuals. We understand that our business is part of that system and we are committed to help change it for the better.

“Our plastic packaging serves an important purpose in the production of our products. It keeps food fresher for longer, keeping food waste to a minimum.

“Natures Way Foods signed up to the WRAP Pact 2025 and we are working with our customers to reduce the level of non-recycled plastic in our film packaging.

“This has resulted in a reduction of 145 tonnes of plastic and 870 tonnes of carbon since 2018. That’s the equivalent of 45 million plastic carrier bags.”

Natures Way Foods said sustainability is one of its core values, and that it is proud of its zero waste to landfill achievements. What’s more, 85 per cent of all Natures Way Foods waste is recycled. All of the company’s pots, bowls and trays are fully recyclable and are made from 75 per cent recycled content.

And the firm has also signed a 100 per cent renewable energy contract and is reviewing other projects that will offset its carbon.

Natures Way Foods said: “We are very proud of these achievements, but we know there’s more we can do.

“We are working with external consultants and our supply base, both current and new, to find robust and sustainable solutions to single use plastic that deliver against our shopper needs for convenience and freshness.”