Greenwashing

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Diverse hands harvesting fresh produce in a sunlit field, connecting nature's bounty with modern, ethical food production.
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What are sustainable sourcing impacts in the food wellness industry?

DWS Group, a major asset manager, recently paid a $25 million fine related to allegations of greenwashing.

Daniel Moretti·September 20, 2026
A stark contrast between a green forest and a corporate logo, symbolizing the impact of food brands' sustainability claims on the environment.
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Food brands ditch green goals, undermining sustainability efforts

While 87.4% of food packaging in a recent audit displayed a recycling logo, major food and beverage players like JBS and PepsiCo are quietly pushing back or outright dropping their ambitious net-zero

Daniel Moretti·September 18, 2026
A confused consumer examines a grocery product covered in numerous, potentially misleading 'eco-friendly' and 'natural' labels in a brightly lit aisle.
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What Is Greenwashing in Food and Wellness, and How Do You Spot It?

Despite a surge in 'eco-friendly' labels, the average consumer struggles to distinguish a genuinely sustainable product from one that merely uses clever marketing.

Daniel Moretti·August 30, 2026
Consumer choosing sustainable products while facing increased scrutiny over brand greenwashing claims.
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Consumers Willing to Pay More For Sustainable Brands

Global legal complaints about greenwashing have risen by 21% in the past year, casting a long shadow over brand claims of environmental responsibility.

Isabella Cortez·August 16, 2026
Australian farmer inspecting ethically sourced produce in a sunlit field, representing sustainable food brands and responsible agriculture.
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Sustainable Food Brands: A Guide to Ethical Sourcing

In Australia, nearly four in ten packaged food products boast a sustainability claim.

Daniel Moretti·August 7, 2026
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Understanding Greenwashing in Food and Wellness

In 2023, the 'Food & Drug Retail' industry saw its percentage of reputational laundering mentions more than triple, according to Sesamm .

Daniel Moretti·August 5, 2026
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Top 7 Sustainable Food & Beverage Brands Making Waves in 2026

Despite 70% of consumers valuing sustainability, a recent study found that 60% of 'eco-friendly' claims on food labels lack third-party verification, leaving shoppers navigating a minefield of greenwa

Daniel Moretti·June 7, 2026
Split image contrasting ethical food sourcing with greenwashing, highlighting the importance of genuine sustainability certifications for consumers.
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Sustainable Food Brands: Ethical Sourcing & Certifications

In Australia, nearly four in 10 packaged foods claim sustainability, yet many carry higher emissions than their unlabelled rivals.

Daniel Moretti·June 3, 2026
A supermarket aisle with food products, some appearing sustainable but with subtle hints of greenwashing and deception.
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Navigating Greenwashing in Sustainable Food Claims

Nearly four in 10 packaged foods in Sydney supermarkets boast sustainability claims.

Daniel Moretti·May 15, 2026
A split image contrasting a healthy farm with a polluted industrial scene, highlighting the confusion consumers face with food sustainability claims on supermarket shelves.
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Finding True Sustainable Sourcing Certifications for Food

In Australian supermarkets, products in the meat and confectionery categories carrying 'environmental claims' actually had significantly higher emissions than those without any such claims, according

Daniel Moretti·May 12, 2026
A hand placing a food product into eco-friendly packaging at a vibrant market stall, symbolizing sustainable food brands.
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Decoding Ethical Sourcing & Eco-Packaging for Food Brands

To earn a B Corp certification, a business must answer 300 questions spanning labor, environment, ethics, governance, and social initiatives.

Daniel Moretti·May 11, 2026
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Top 5 Sustainable Beverage Brands Leading the Eco-Conscious Movement

Despite 70% of consumers preferring eco-friendly products, only 30% can confidently identify a genuinely sustainable beverage brand from its packaging alone (Consumer Behavior Study).

Daniel Moretti·May 4, 2026
Consumers carefully reading labels in a grocery store, distinguishing genuinely ethical and sustainable food and wellness brands from those engaging in greenwashing.
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What Defines an Ethical and Sustainable Brand in Food and Wellness?

In a market flooded with 'green' promises, understanding what truly defines an ethical and sustainable brand in food and wellness is crucial. Learn how to navigate deceptive marketing and identify genuine commitment to the planet and its people.

Daniel Moretti·April 10, 2026