As sustainability regulations around the world grow more rigorous, food manufacturers are facing new expectations to uphold not only food safety but also environmental responsibility. In regions like the EU, new laws such as the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR) are leading the charge, aiming to prevent products linked to deforestation from entering the market. For global food producers, this means aligning sustainable sourcing and environmental targets with strict food safety standards to meet these evolving requirements.

In our ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) and food safety digest, we’ve outlined essential strategies for aligning food safety with sustainable practices—covering everything from integrating standards like the EUDR to boosting supply chain transparency and proactively managing compliance risks. Here are a few highlights to help guide your efforts: