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Canada’s plastic proposal concerns Florida growers

The Florida produce industry, including citrus, recently voiced concerns regarding Canada’s proposal to reduce the use of fresh produce plastic packaging. Organizations represented in a Florida letter to the director of Canada’s Plastics Regulatory Affairs Division include Florida Citrus Packers, Florida Citrus Mutual, Florida Fruit & Vegetable Association (FFVA), Florida Blueberry Growers Association, Florida Strawberry Growers Association and Florida Farm Bureau Federation.

In August, the Canadian government published a pollution prevention planning notice for plastic food packaging as part of ongoing efforts to address plastic waste and pollution. Of note for the Florida produce industry, the plan aims to ensure 75% of fruits and vegetables are distributed and sold in bulk or plastic-free packaging by 2026, and at least 95% by 2028.


Read the full article on citrusindustry.net.

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