When Mars published the Mars Net Zero Roadmap in 2023, the company committed to investing more than $1 billion over three years – and continuing to commit financial resources as needed until net zero is achieved.

The report demonstrates the company's ongoing commitment to corporate responsibility and progress toward its environmental, social and governance goals in fiscal 2023.

Researchers produced pulp from recycled food and beverage cartons, which it then transformed into moulded products using two commonly used techniques.

This platform utilizes artificial intelligence and blockchain technology to acquire and analyze farmer data and ensure market compliance with the upcoming European Union Deforestation Regulation, set to take effect at the end of 2024.

PHT Growth Fund LP is a new investment vehicle established to make strategic acquisitions and investments in temperature-controlled food supply chains, with a mission to support the movement of fresh produce from field to table.

The project, which is being funded by the California Energy Commission, kicks off in September 2024 and is expected to span a two and a half year period.

With the global milk powder market set to increase in value over the next 10 years, and with dairy farms targeting optimized productivity, further waste reduction efforts are not just necessary but imperative.

This initiative utilizes Ajinomoto Co.'s AjiPro-L, a lysine formulation which, in addition to aiding in the absorption of the amino acid, is cost-effective and a GHG reduction method in the market.

Smithfield's new reporting framework will utilize improved data to calculate its GHG inventory in alignment with the Greenhouse Gas Protocol.

These partnerships aim to encourage wheat, corn and rice farmers in select regions of North America to implement regenerative agriculture practices, contributing to scope 3 carbon reductions.

The same oak has been used for wine barrels dating as far back as 350 BC, chosen for its durability and high level of tannins.

From NeoCon 2024, Bjelin U.S. General Manager Zach Adams shares insights into what's driving wood flooring sales in the commercial market and the manufacturer's new partnership with Spartan Surfaces. 

The National Wood Flooring Association (NWFA) has provided flooring for its 76th home in support of the Gary Sinise Foundation R.I.S.E. program. The home dedication for U.S. Navy Petty Officer First Class (Ret.) John Kremer took place on March 21, in Lebanon, Ohio.

The Real American Hardwood Coalition (RAHC) and the National Hardwood Lumber Association (NHLA), in partnership with the U.S. Forest Service, have launched a new website at RealAmericanHardwood.pro to educate architects, interior designers and construction professionals on the attributes of Real American Hardwood products.

The Dixie Group said it continues to focus on new product launches and cost-saving initiatives to navigate the challenging housing and home remodeling market. 

The moisture parameters for hardwoods and subfloors that are required for successful hardwood floor installations depend on several factors. Executive Director David Gross shares INSTALL’s guidelines for moisture testing prior to hardwood installation. 

TV host Mark Bowe brings his "Barnwood Builders" expertise to life with Barnwood Village, a trio of guest cottages in White Sulphur Springs, West Virginia. These 400-square-foot cabins blend rustic charm with modern amenities, featuring Bowe's signature Bruce BarnwoodLiving flooring.

Luxury flooring brand Riva Spain opens four new "Riva Corners" in Massachusetts, showcasing their high-quality, sustainable wood products. The expansion reflects the brand's growth in the region, with business tripling over two years.

In a joint effort to promote environmental stewardship and community involvement, Mohawk is teaming up with One Tree Planted, Food Well Alliance and local retail partners to break ground on a new orchard at Tara Elementary School in Morrow, Georgia. 

Bjelin partners with Whiteriver Group, a leading flooring supplier in Ireland, designating the firm as a national distributor for Bjelin’s hardened wood range, Woodura Planks.

Taylor Adhesives 501 is a fast-setting, two-part, low-VOC epoxy system used to install vinyl and rubber flooring, including hard-to-stick recycled products.

The renewal underscores HMTX's dedication to organizational transparency and social equity.

Taylor Adhesives Director of Technical Services Gary Scheidker walks us through the process of bidding a commercial healthcare project from material and product selection to choosing the right installer for the job to maintenance of the flooring after project completion.

Industry veteran Paul Dominie has launched a new brand, Onn Surfaces, which provides timeless hard surfaces, including engineered hardwood, laminate, luxury vinyl plank, and glue-down luxury vinyl flooring.

After the recent addition of LL Flooring to the F9 Brands retail portfolio, F9 Brands CEO Jason Delves said the company is exploring other potential strategic options that will better align with Southwind’s long-term growth opportunities.

Through testing, Tarkett said its non-PVC resilient flooring has been proven to stack up against traditional LVT in terms of dimensional stability, impact resistance and ease of maintenance.

The ASTM F06 Committee approved a new standard that covers single-component fluid-applied moisture mitigation systems for use under resilient flooring installed on concrete substrates.

The GroundWorx Pet Perfect Underlayment offers a wide range of benefits, including sound suppression, moisture mitigation, smooths subfloors, thermal insulation and comfort underfoot. 

Shaw Industries Group, Inc. announced that Seth Arnold has been named Brand Leader of Coretec. He will assume this new role on November 4, 2024. 

The collection, available now at tileshop.com and Tile Shop showrooms, features globally inspired designs influenced by Chu’s travels to India, Bali, Indonesia and Africa.

Featuring a hydrophobic coating on the beveled edge, Tarkett Home's technology repels water and includes a watertight locking system to prevent water from reaching the core, maintaining the integrity and appearance of the floor.

The company, which started in 2024 with two college friends' idea to create sustainable building materials from bamboo after a surf trip to Hawaii, has grown into a diverse brand offering premium flooring, rugs, turf, and composite decking.

Sunshine on a Ranney Day, a nonprofit that reimagines and builds custom rooms for children with special needs, selected Mohawk’s SolidTech waterproof LVT for its recent bedroom makeover for 16-year-old Kendall.  

AHF's introduces new concrete-look porcelain tile collection, Crossville Trajectory.

Reservorio, Urban Essence, and Color Story Pinstripes are three new porcelain tile collections from American Olean. 

HGTV show “100 Day Hotel Challenge” features the renovation of two North Carolina beachside hotels in just three months – and they chose Karndean LVT for the jobs.

Shaw Industries is further enhancing its domestic resilient flooring manufacturing capabilities with a $90 million investment in Plant RP in Ringgold, Georgia, which makes SPC and LVT resilient flooring. This latest phase of investment will more than double the facility’s resilient flooring production capacity by 2026. 

Visiting India and someone got really intrigued when I told him I have put all personal travel on points over last 13 years. He asked how to do so based in India as an Indian. Are there any blogs like we have in the USA for newbies? My little...

After the mad dash to end one year, January seems like a chance to get your feet back under you as you start the next.

In last year’s February issue, I wrote about how I was trying to overcome the depressing sight of snow and ice on the ground by thinking ahead to April and our annual Food Automation & Manufacturing Conference in Miami. The more things change …

We all have those days when a bunch of little stuff is getting under our skin. But then we have those other days, where we don't joke or complain about having "one of those days" because something has gone seriously wrong.

Having honest and direct communication about what is and isn’t working is the difference between success and failure.

One of the most common causes of allergen recalls is the use of the wrong package or wrong label on a container. It is imperative that food processors make sure that the correct label is placed on each and every product, especially for foods with allergens.

The COVID-19 pandemic has kicked food and beverage production into overdrive. A lot of us are feeling more worn out than ever.

Recent events show just how important it is to be truly prepared.

Aquacycl used bacteria to clean up a wastewater stream and generate enough electricity to run the system and produce clean water.

There’s a helicopter on Mars.

It’s still pretty amazing to be able to type those words. 

The Resilient Floor Covering Institute (RFCI) held its fall membership meeting October 28-30 at the Ritz Carlton in Naples, Florida, drawing approximately 120 industry representatives. The gathering featured an impressive lineup of expert speakers addressing economic trends, regulatory matters, and market analysis.

AFS Group, the nation's fifth-largest independent flooring retailer based in Columbus, Ohio, has acquired Flooring Solutions, a Memphis, Tennessee-based flooring and tile retailer reporting more than $10 million in annual sales.

Vendor partners at the National Floorcovering Alliance fall meeting in Washington, D.C., offered products and solutions designed to help these top dealers sell more floors in 2025.