Sustainability and social responsibility are taking on greater importance within the foodservice industry.
February 3/Chicago/PRNewswire -- Sustainability and social responsibility are taking on greater importance within the foodservice industry, according to a landmark study by Technomic. The research included inputs from foodservice consumers, operators and suppliers to better understand the current state and future expectations for these key issues.
For consumers and operators alike, social responsibility and sustainability include a number of different elements, from humane treatment of animals to conservation to local community involvement. Among consumers, 63% say they are more likely to visit a foodservice operation they view as socially conscious.