A prototype of a more durable material increases the biodegradability of food packaging, partially replacing its bioplastic with cellulose fibers extracted from the branches and leaves of the avocado ...

When it comes to fresh produce, nothing says "right out of the garden" quite like pre-halved and packaged avocados in the opinion of one popular Canadian grocery chain. Sobeys, the store behind the ...

Tesco and Waitrose have launched a new packaging format to extend the shelf life of avocados and cut food waste. The new packaging uses UV light treatment and a plastic film to add up to two extra ...

Sainsbury’s switches its own-brand twin pack avocado packaging from plastic to paper in a move which will eventually save 20.2 million pieces of plastic a year upon full rollout. Starting with a trial ...

Don't mess with the Internet's avocados. A woman was shopping at her local Sobey's grocery store in Thornhill, Ontario when she spotted pre-peeled, halved avocados on sale. The friend of the shopper, ...

UK supermarket chain Asda hopes that its new 'traffic light' colour coded packaging system will ensure customers always pick avocadoes off retail shelves at the correct level of ripeness. Avocadoes ...

A photo of a pre-cut avocado wrapped in plastic and cardboard has caused the latest online outrage when it comes to excessive food packaging, pitting consumer convenience against environmental ...

Although plastic allows food to be packaged safely and hygienically, its extensive use constitutes a significant environmental challenge due to its limited recyclability and short shelf life. Thus, ...