Walmart US, Walmart Canada and Sam's Club US have all signed onto the CanopyStyle initiative to bring sustainability to the threads and fibers used in private label clothing and textiles.
Marine conservation organization Sustainable Fisheries Partnership has expanded its Seafood Metrics system, allowing for any retailer or company to track, monitor and evaluate seafood sourcing.
Riviana, the nation's largest producer of private label and branded rice products, has invested in its Clearbrook, Minn., facility to boost storage capacity.
Ethically-sourced ingredient brand SIMPLi recently announced new seed funding and a partnership with Whole Foods to distribute quinoa in select markets.
