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The Hidden Plastic Problem: Produce Stickers Have you ever wondered about the tiny stickers on your fresh produce? Every time you buy fruits and vegetables, you're inadvertently bringing home more than just food – you're bringing home tiny pieces of plastic. At first glance, these produce stickers might seem harmless, but their impact on composting and the environment is more significant than you'd think. Often unnoticed, these stickers fr …

Your company’s mission defines its core reason for being and the resulting positive impact on the world. This mission strengthens your brand and creates significant value to your customers. Interwoven with this mission are your business values, the principles that guide and direct your organization and its culture. When your brand stands for certain values, you'd want partners, especially suppliers, to be on the same page. This becomes pa …

Biodiversity refers to the variety of all life on Earth. It includes every living thing - different species of plants, animals, and microorganisms, the genetic differences within these species, the ecosystems and habitats they form, and the complex processes they are a part of. This intricate web, from the smallest microorganisms in soil to largest blue whales, is what makes our planet habitable.Why is Biodiversity Important? Diverse ecos …

Ever picked up a product labeled "biodegradable" or “compostable” and wondered what it means? You're not alone!  The terms biodegradable and compostable are often used interchangeably. While there is some overlap, they do not mean the same thing! All compostable products are biodegradable, but not all biodegradable products are compostable. While it is great that sustainable products are becoming more popul …