Organic, Plant-Based and Food Supplements
The increased interest in understanding organic farm-to-table, sourcing methods and its environmental impact is driving some consumers to seek out alternatives to traditional farmed and large-scale ranched proteins. Moving from animal to plant based foods, conventional to organic produce, a focus on health and wellness can positively impact the planet, our environment, climate, and the health of our society. As a member of the California Certified Organic Farmers group and Plant Based Food Association, CFI recognizes the importance of this growing sector of consumers and is positioned to help our customers deliver cold chain logistics solutions with unparalleled service and efficiency, and technology.
CFI and Kuehne + Nagel are committed not only to safeguarding your perishable products and fulfilling delivery expectations but doing so with a keen eye on environmental stewardship. By adhering to relevant industry regulations and specifications, we ensure our competitively priced services are not just top notch, but also environmentally conscious. We believe in striking a balance between operational excellence and our ecological footprint, all while nurturing the trust you’ve placed in us. In essence, were not just shipping goods to market, we are delivering a promise of working toward sustainability within our footprint as we move toward the goal of Net Zero by 2050.
Whether from small, regional producers or large, organically-focused nationwide organizations and co-ops, CFI is well-versed in the documentation and handling requirements of organic food and holds certifications from governing bodies such as Oregon Tilth. Our efficiency benefits your bottom line and brings peace of mind to shippers and grocers around the world.
As a Kuehne + Nagel company, CFI regularly audits our facilities and processes as we focus on exceeding the standards set by PRIMUS GFC as well as other validating organizations through our FreshChaintm certification initiative. The facilities focus on a HACCP-based approach. Our commitment to excellence is unmatched in the industry because our customers cannot abide any less.
From our refrigerated warehouses and trucks to our innovative packaging that refracts heat and sunlight while in transit, keeping products at their freshest is a multi-layered process. Plant based and organic products are protected by the expertise and experience of the CFI team.
Plant-based proteins include plant-based beef, chicken, pork, seafood, and cheeses have skyrocketed in popularity in recent years. Animal agriculture is a major contributor to greenhouse gas emissions and deforestation, among other environmental issues. The rise in demand drove suppliers to expand and refine their offerings, making plant-based proteins to fit each dietary, social, or budget need. Choosing plant-based options can help reduce your carbon footprint and support more sustainable food systems. Innovative plant-based alternatives to traditional products require an innovative company like CFI. Our understanding of evolving documentation requirements, temperature and technical requirements, and familiarity with handling perishables makes us the ideal partner to handle these new and exciting products makes us the ideal partner to handle these new and exciting products.
