Mars Chocolate announced that the company met a significant benchmark in ensuring the sustainability of edible peanuts. In 2014, 51 percent of the peanuts used for the company’s U.S. products were high-oleic acid peanuts (HOAPs), helping the company keep pace with increasing product demand.

The Hershey Company, Hershey, Pa., says it will source enough certified and sustainable cocoa in 2016 to surpass the amount of cocoa required for the global production of four of its most popular chocolate brands: Hershey’s, Kisses, Kit Kat (United States only) and Brookside.

Breyers® announced its next step toward meeting the quality preferences of today's moms. The company revealed it's now the largest packaged U.S. ice cream brand to source only milk and cream from farmers who don't treat their cows with artificial growth hormones.

Snyder's-Lance, Inc. announced the creation of a new, "better for you" division as well as an increase in its investment in Late July Snacks, LLC. The announcement supports the Snyder's-Lance goal of creating a stronger presence in a healthier, more sustainable food industry.

A new global analysis released by the National Geographic Society and GlobeScan finds that concern about environmental problems has increased in most countries surveyed, and that more people now expect global warming will negatively affect them during their lifetime than in 2012.

Kellogg Company, Battle Creek, Mich., announced new social and environmental commitments to “enrich the lives of consumers and farmers while supporting the environment.”

Diversified confectionery and foods leader Mars Incorporated, McLean, Va., outlined some of its recent health and wellness goals and activities, in conjunction with the company’s fourth annual “Principles in Action” summary report.

This new program, branded Prosper, is the latest evolution of the company’s approach to sustainable development.

The report is the company's first expanded effort to highlight U.S.-specific milestones and achievements tied to Nestlé's global sustainability principles and commitments.

Some 81% indicate they would like to see more food options that protect the environment.