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Get more sustainability for your budget dollar

 By Dana Moran on Jun. 01, 2016

Researchers from the Universities of Michigan and Minnesota released a case study that develops a cost-benefit analysis of sustainable products and manufacturing processes.

Operations

The menu and beyond: Hot NRA Show sustainability tips

 By Dana Moran on May 26, 2016

All eyes in the food industry, whether in the restaurant world or noncommercial dining, are, it seems, turned to clean menu labels and sustainable dishes, but sustainability and social responsibility extend beyond the menu to all areas of an operation.

Operations

3 takeaways from the NRA Show's Noncommercial Conference

By Dana Moran on May 25, 2016

Read highlights from the NRA Show's first Noncommercial Conference, held Monday, May 23, at McCormick Place in Chicago.

Design

3 new concepts shaking up C&U

By Alaina Lancaster on May 24, 2016

Check out how these universities are capturing off-campus students, slicing labor in half and shrinking pre-consumer food waste.

Operations

NY school districts commit to buying local

By FSD Staff on May 20, 2016

School officials say a USDA pilot program has expanded their access to local food, and provides them with the flexibility to order food when they need it.

Operations

How labeling legislation could change food waste

By Dana Moran on May 19, 2016

While the Food Date Labeling Act as written only applies to consumer food products, it could have a trickle-down effect on other areas of the food industry.

Operations

Sustaining the bottom line

By Dana Moran on May 16, 2016

When looking at the foodservice world through rose-colored glasses, complete environmental sustainability would be a delightful first priority.

Operations

Solar power—to rent or to buy?

By Dana Moran on May 16, 2016

With big names partnering with energy providers through rebate programs, it could be prime time to catch some rays—but only if the investment fits.

Operations

Boost nutrition by prolonging fresh produce availability

By Pamela Parseghian on May 16, 2016

While May is the beginning of peak season for harvesting local produce, operators are finding ways to extend seasonality and local sourcing into cooler months.

Design

9 designs that shine

May 16, 2016

These operations are not just keeping up with consumers; they are setting the pace, creating concepts that are just as transformative, adaptable and resourceful as the people they are serving.

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