Food Chain - Issue 197 - December 2023 | Page 109

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the business continues to expand rapidly across all grocery channels . “ School Safe snacks are commonly found in commercial and in-store bakeries . We are that onestop snacking solution for parents looking for an individually wrapped , fresh baked snack for their kids . We prioritize taste and texture , which appeals to all kids and ensures nutrition is top of mind .”
Diving deeper into School Safe ’ s product portfolio , Kevin highlights that the brand consists of individually wrapped snack cakes with key trendy flavors like Birthday Cake and the top seller , Banana Chocolate Chip Bread . “ Other products we manufacture feature our newest soft-baked Oat Buddies and Oat Bites , along with creamy dairy free cupcakes ,” shares Kevin .
Sustainability initiatives
In addition to kid-safe snacks , the business is also passionate about caring for the environment and strives to lower its carbon footprint as much as possible . “ Sustainability remains a top focus for us . Globally , just nine percent of plastic waste is recycled . In Canada , 82 percent of plastic is sent to landfill . We are contributing to reducing the amount of plastic waste to 100 percent-recyclable cardboard boxes . Additionally , this allows us to increase our branding and the messaging on our packaging and stand apart from all the plastic containers commonly found in the bakery section of your local supermarket ,” Kevin expresses .
He adds that the company has set a rigorous goal of reducing its carbon emissions
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