Future of mushroom packaging
Join us for an important update on the future of mushroom packaging.
In this webinar on the 21 August, Roberto Persivale from The Growth Drivers shared insights from a national project investigating alternatives to PVC film, with a strong focus on the shifting regulatory landscape and its implications for stakeholders (including growers). New developments, including the proposed SPSA (Soft Plastics Stewardship Australia) levy and emerging EPR (Extended Producer Responsibility) frameworks, signal a fundamental change in how packaging decisions will be made and who bears the cost.
In parallel, the project has scoped potential alternatives and developed a flexible assessment framework that reflects the real-world needs of different producers. The next stage of the project will focus on refining and quantifying this framework—defining baselines for technical, economic, and sustainability criteria that will guide the development of trial roadmaps and support cost-benefit assessments across the industry.
This session is your opportunity to stay ahead of what’s coming and help shape a solution that works for your business and the broader mushroom sector.
The future of mushroom packaging
As consumers and regulators become increasingly concerned about sustainability, the Australian mushroom industry needs to explore alternative packaging solutions to meet the growing demand for environmentally friendly products. With fewer than 50 commercial growers, the mushroom industry has the opportunity to adopt sustainable packaging solutions across the board, positioning itself as a leader in Australian horticulture.
As consumers and regulators become increasingly concerned about sustainability, the Australian mushroom industry needs to explore alternative packaging solutions to meet the growing demand for environmentally friendly products. With fewer than 50 commercial growers, the mushroom industry has the opportunity to adopt sustainable packaging solutions across the board, positioning itself as a leader in Australian horticulture.
