What's Happening?
The Food and Drink Federation (FDF) has released a new Nature Handbook to support the food and drink manufacturing sector's efforts to become Nature Positive by 2030. The handbook provides guidance on understanding
the impact of food systems on nature and outlines steps for businesses to take towards sustainability. It emphasizes collaboration across the food supply chain and with policymakers to protect and restore the environment. The handbook also addresses the significant funding gap for nature restoration and highlights the role of businesses in driving investment in nature and regenerative farming.
Why It's Important?
Food systems are a major contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions and biodiversity loss. The FDF's Nature Handbook aims to guide businesses in reducing their environmental impact and building a more resilient food system. By promoting sustainable practices, the handbook supports the UK's ambition to halt and reverse nature loss by 2030. This initiative could lead to increased collaboration between manufacturers, policymakers, and stakeholders, driving progress towards a more sustainable future for the food and drink industry.
What's Next?
The FDF will continue to promote the Nature Handbook and encourage businesses to adopt its recommendations. As the impacts of climate change grow, the food and drink industry will need to prioritize sustainability to ensure long-term resilience. The handbook's guidance on investment in nature and regenerative farming could lead to new opportunities for collaboration and innovation in the sector. Policymakers may also consider the handbook's recommendations when developing regulations to support sustainability in the food and drink industry.
