F&B Sustainability Report for the USA: August 2012
SUMMARY
Results of poll indicate consumers want antibiotic-free meat: According to a recent national poll conducted by Consumer Reports, the majority of Americans want their supermarkets to sell antibiotic-free meat.
Jamie Oliver Food Foundation calls on people to stand up for real food: The Jamie Oliver Food Foundation recently held its Food Revolution Day aimed at inspiring, educating and empowering people everywhere to stand up for real food. Events to mark the day brought together a diverse range of "foodies, chefs, parents, educators, companies, activists and celebrities to arm people with the knowledge and tools to make healthier food choices".
Use of sow gestation stalls facing increased pressure: Tim Hortons joins a growing list of restaurant and supermarket chains, including McDonalds, Burger King, Wendy‟s and Safeway to put pressure on its pork supplier‟s to eliminate the use of gestation stalls. Hortons has called upon the pork industry to develop a clear plan and timeline by the end of the year that will see the phase out of these housing systems.
American Lamb Board conducts sustainability survey amongst lamb producers: In the second phase of its sustainability assessment project the American Lamb Board is encouraging lamb producers and feeders to participate in a survey to gather information on production practices.
Disney announces healthy food, nutrition initiative: First Lady Michelle Obama, appearing with Walt Disney Company Chairman and CEO Robert Iger, recently announced that Disney would introduce higher nutrition guidelines for meals at its resorts and for foods as well as new standards for food advertising on programming targeting kids and families.
