The Consumer Goods Forum

Certifications take center stage at #IntotheForest Conference hosted by our member Jerónimo Martins CGF’s Director of Sustainability, Didier Bergeret, joined leaders across sectors at the 12th Sustainability Conference in Lisbon. He highlighted that auditing, monitoring, and certification programmes can better support businesses to: - Reinforce sustainability fundamentals;  - Engage smallholder farmers; - Build more resilient food systems. Bergeret underscored the need for collaboration and pragmatism, calling on stakeholders to harmonise efforts, involve governments, and recognise that sustainable practices drive growth in the long-term. His final call to action to the industry was to, “𝘩𝘢𝘳𝘮𝘰𝘯𝘪𝘴𝘦, 𝘢𝘭𝘪𝘨𝘯, 𝘤𝘰-𝘰𝘱𝘦𝘳𝘢𝘵𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘥𝘰𝘯’𝘵 𝘥𝘶𝘱𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘢𝘵𝘦.” Learn more about our work at the SSCI: https://lnkd.in/eKhHvbF8

I look forward to joining the 12th Sustainability Conference kindly hosted by our member @Jerónimo Martins where I will deep-dive into the importance of auditing, monitoring, and certification programmes to support supply chain due diligence. I’ll be speaking on how collective action through initiatives like the CGF’s Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative is building trust in sustainability standards worldwide. Catch the session live: https://lnkd.in/efkjVGuQ

When every sustainability standard looks different, businesses spend more time proving responsibility than improving performance. The fresh produce and floral sector — worth more than USD 850 billion globally — connects farmers, suppliers, and retailers across continents. At the Global Produce & Floral Show, our Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative (SSCI) and International Fresh Produce Association brought together over 20 thousand members and stakeholders to align sustainability benchmarking for this vital industry. The goal is to bring greater transparency, consistency, and trust to sustainability standards across the industry. As Didier Bergeret, the CGF’s Director of Sustainability, said:  “When we talk about benchmarking, we’re really talking about trust — ensuring that every actor in the supply chain is working from the same foundation of integrity and accountability.” Explore how SSCI and IFPA are working together to turn sustainability commitments into practical progress: https://lnkd.in/d8qYQKWZ

Supporting Seasonal, Sustainable Choices with Carrefour Carrefour, together with Danone, Fleury Michon, Flora Food Group, and SAVENCIA, joined forces with the Carrefour Engaged Consumers Club to inspire people across France to cook with seasonal ingredients. Shoppers at Carrefour Les Ulis were able to taste and discover new recipes developed with input from real consumers — designed to be simple, accessible, and seasonally inspired. Supported by The Consumer Goods Forum (CGF) and its Healthier Lives Coalition, this initiative shows how retailers and manufacturers can collaborate to make everyday choices more visible, affordable, and appealing. https://lnkd.in/d3kXxvfK

It’s World Food Day 2025, a reminder that tackling food waste is key to tackling climate change. At the CGF, we’re spotlighting our Climate Ambition into Action Guide: Actionable Insights to Reduce Food Loss & Waste. Food loss and waste generate up to 10% of global greenhouse gas emissions, but by working together, companies can make real impact. Our new pull-out highlights practical actions for businesses at any stage, including: • measuring and reporting food loss and waste • engaging suppliers and redistributing surplus food • case studies showing what works in practice ➡️ https://lnkd.in/eNbCt4dD Sharon Bligh Juline Wiernasz

Charting The Way Forward For FMCG with Data-Driven Insights That's a wrap for IOO·HORIZON in Barcelona this week! To tackle the critical questions shaping the future of the FMCG industry, discussions at the meeting centered on the intersection of sustainability, data, and technology:  - How can we best leverage QR codes based on GS1 Standards and emerging tech to achieve end-to-end supply chain efficiency and product traceability? - What is the fastest path to simplifying sustainability data exchange and creating the common data framework our industry needs? - How do we strategically implement AI and automation to drive operational excellence across our value chains? - What is retail media and its potential impact on retail businesses? Hosted by The Consumer Goods Forum's Data-Driven Value Chain (DDVC) Industry Solution, the conference featured immersive, hands-on learning at the GS1 Spain headquarters, AECOC, Microsoft Offices, and Fedefarma, a fully automated pharmaceutical warehouse. Energised by these discussions, the Data-Driven Value Chain members and partners are moving forward together to build a more agile, transparent, and data-driven industry. Thank you to all participants for an insightful week. Stay tuned for a video highlight, and we look forward to seeing you at our next event in New York!

Non-communicable diseases account for 75% of global deaths, while older adults are living and working longer than ever. Our members are leading the way in how health and business can grow together; committing to health first interventions that focus on consumer health outside food. From supporting women’s health to helping consumers age well, these insights show the power of innovation and collaboration: https://lnkd.in/d96eMx62

Advancing Sustainability in Floriculture: Have Your Say The global flower industry touches millions of lives - from growers to consumers - and plays a vital role in driving sustainable agricultural practices, environmental and labour standards. The Sustainable Supply Chain Initiative (SSCI) is opening two new public consultations for: - Kenya Flower Council’s (KFC) Flowers and Ornamentals Sustainability Standard (FOSS) - MPS's MPS-Socially Qualified (MPS-SQ) standard Interested in ethical trade, human rights, or sustainability? This is your chance to share feedback on the assessment report of two key players in the global floriculture industry. Get involved: https://lnkd.in/dbn8tG2q To view current #SSCI Benchmark applicants and follow their progress, visit recognition.tcgfssci.com.

New Member Spotlight: Sysco We are thrilled to welcome Sysco, a global leader in foodservice distribution, as one of our newest members. Operating across 90 countries with a Purpose to "Connect the world to share food and care for one another", Sysco is actively defining the future of its industry. Joining the CGF enables Sysco to drive transformative progress on pre-competitive business priorities by collaborating at scale. Membership ensures they remain at the forefront of global best practices, shaping the ecosystem alongside peers. "At Sysco, we know that driving meaningful change across the supply chain takes collective action — and actionable data. That’s why we’ve joined the Consumer Goods Forum: to collaborate with global partners on complex issues and advance food safety, sustainability and responsible sourcing. By sharing insights, best practices, and innovations, we can build a stronger, safer, more resilient global food system – one that supports our customers’ success while delivering lasting benefits for suppliers, communities and the planet." Sysco Victoria Gutierrez