Collection: Bulk Foods Snacks

Eco-friendly snacks are those that minimise their environmental impact through sustainable sourcing and packaging. Examples include:

• Snacks in bulk packaging, like 1kg bags of nuts, trail mixes, or protein balls, which reduce single-use plastics. 
• Individually wrapped snacks in home compostable packaging or made from 100% recycled plastic.
• Snacks made from products or food derivatives that might otherwise go to waste.
• Snacks are made locally to reduce the carbon footprint of transporting both ingredients and the finished product.
  By choosing these options, you can enjoy great snacks while reducing your carbon footprint.

Sustainable snacking focuses on reducing the environmental impact of your snack choices. This involves:

• Opting for snacks with eco-conscious packaging, such as bulk foods without single-use plastics, home compostable wrappers or recycled materials.
• Working more closely with the manufacturers or brands to reduce transport in the supply chain.

Supporting brands that prioritise ethical sourcing and production ie. working with indigenous suppliers or female-founded companies. 

Bulk snacks can be displayed in ways that are both hygienic and visually appealing, such as:

• Using clear glass or acrylic containers with lids to keep snacks fresh and show off their natural colours.
• Providing scoops or tongs to ensure cleanliness and ease of use. We recommend washing everything at the end of the week.
• Label each container to highlight the snack type, ingredients, and any allergen information.
  This approach encourages sharing while maintaining a professional and tidy snack station.
• Some offices opt for twist gravity dispensers instead of jars but this sometimes can be messy as the product drops out a bit too quickly. 

Sustainable snacking can cost more due to:

• Higher production costs for eco-friendly packaging, such as home compostable or recycled materials. Home compostable film is about 7x more expensive than plastic. The volume of buyers and brands using it isn’t there to bring the price down.
• Ethical sourcing practices, often involve paying fair wages and using sustainable farming methods.
• Smaller-scale production compared to traditional snack companies, which limits economies of scale.
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  While the upfront cost may be higher, investing in sustainable snacks supports the planet and aligns with eco-conscious values, making it a worthwhile choice.