European kiwi and apple producers explore sustainable packaging solutions

European kiwi and apple producers explore sustainable packaging solutions

Sustainability

The Garden of Europe campaign is actively exploring sustainable packaging options for European-grown kiwis and apples. This EU co-funded initiative aims to balance environmental sustainability, product quality, and consumer expectations, all while aligning with the European Union’s Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) and broader environmental objectives.

Sustainable packaging remains a complex challenge in the EU, with eco-friendly and biobased solutions facing obstacles such as higher costs and potential impacts on product shelf life. The campaign stresses the importance of alternatives to plastic packaging that can maintain product freshness and durability, key considerations for perishable items like apples and kiwis.

While the campaign has not specified exact packaging solutions, it highlights the need for scalable and transparent approaches that meet both environmental goals and practical demands. As a work in progress, the initiative underscores the commitment of European kiwi and apple producers to innovation and responsible practices in line with EU guidelines.

Apples in wooden boxes © Joanna Malinowska/freestocks.org

The campaign is also leveraging consumer engagement in key markets such as India and Indonesia. Insights gathered from these activities aim to inform the development of packaging that is not only environmentally friendly but also functional and visually appealing to global audiences.

The Garden of Europe campaign acknowledges that achieving sustainable packaging requires ongoing efforts to balance cost, logistics, and eco-friendly objectives. These developments mark an important step forward in the sector’s drive toward greener and more sustainable practices.

For more information about the Garden of Europe campaign and its ongoing initiatives, visit www.appleandkiwi.eu.

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