Topics: Groceries, Food engineering

8 May 2025 08:30

Groundbreaking AI Solutions are revolutionizing the food industry – this is how the sector can learn from real-life examples

The Swedish salad pioneer Picadeli is at the forefront of the food tech industry. With its AI tool, the company has successfully reduced its food waste and optimized assortment. Now, Picadeli is summarizing four years of working with AI, launching a new salad bar, and looking ahead. Here we list insights on how the food industry can go digital, and key gains from Picadeli’s AI Implementation.

23 April 2025 09:00

Greenfood Insights #4: Why letting customers choose is a true win win

Greenfood Insights #4 highlights the growing trend of self-service and hyper-personalization in the food industry; consumers now prefer customized meals, reducing waste and enhancing satisfaction.

27 November 2024 08:00

New trend report on the state of foodtech – Greenfood Insights #3

Robots in the fields, food waste transformed into resources, and insects on our plates – the foodtech revolution is here. Recent analyses show that investments in foodtech have fallen up to 80% in the past few years. Yet despite this decline, industry leaders remain optimistic. Greenfood Insights #3 delves into the state of foodtech, uncovering the trends, challenges, and innovations.

12 November 2024 15:16

Industry leading speakers on foodtech innovation, the healthy fast-food revolution, and sustainable food trends

Whether you're seeking insights into sustainable fast-food trends, digitalization, or leadership in innovation, Greenfood’s speakers will engage and inspire your audience. As one of Europe’s biggest healthy food groups, Greenfood has redefined convenience by making healthy choices accessible and sustainable. Discover the expertise behind one of the most dynamic foodtech companies today.

6 September 2024 08:00

Greenfood partners with RISE to Develop Science-Based Biodiversity Targets

In a new pilot project, Greenfood, together with the research institute RISE, will apply the Science Based Targets for Nature (SBTN) framework and set science-based business targets for nature. "As biodiversity requirements become more stringent, we're well-positioned to guide our customers toward more sustainable practices," says Annie Svensson at Greenfood.

24 April 2024 07:30

Picadeli strikes new deal to boost U.S. market presence

Picadeli's expansion into the American market continues. With a new agreement with Weis Markets, Picadeli will open salad bars in the chain's stores in a dozen cities in the Northeastern USA over the coming weeks. This move solidifies owner Greenfood's presence in the U.S. food landscape.

4 April 2024 08:36

Greenfood reports record decrease in CO2e emissions for 2023

2023 was a record year for Greenfood. The group has reduced greenhouse gas emissions (Scope 1 and 2) per ton of food sold by a significant 60.2 percent (baseline year 2020), thus aligning with the group's ambitious reduction targets for 2025.

26 March 2024 09:01

Picadeli expands presence in the US through new partnership with Coborn’s

Greenfood is continuing its rapid expansion of the Picadeli salad bar brand in the USA. A new agreement with the food conglomerate Coborn’s means that Picadeli’s AI-driven salad bars will be established in several Coborn’s stores in the American Midwest.

22 February 2024 09:00

David von Laskowski awarded as Large-Cap CEO of the Year 2023

David von Laskowski, CEO of Picadeli and Greenfood, is celebrated for his inspiring leadership. At an evening ceremony in Stockholm, he was honored with the prestigious Large-Cap CEO of the Year 2023 award. This award, established to champion long-term sustainability in the business sphere, highlights David's dedication to excellence.

5 February 2024 09:10

Greenfood's giant logistics facility nominated for Sustainability Achievement of the Year 2023

It's time to recognize the best sustainability achievement of 2023, and Greenfood's new food and logistics facility, Greenhouse, is one of the nominated entries. The award is presented by the magazine Miljö & Utveckling (Environment & Development) and celebrates innovative and successful sustainability projects, whether they involve climate, biodiversity, social sustainability, or other sustainabi

26 January 2024 12:04

Greenfood ramps up commitment to plant-based foods - new partnership with Livekindly Collective's brand Oumph!

Greenfood establishes a new collaboration with Oumph! The collaboration means that Greenfood-owned Ahlströms Factory, experts in plant-based products within HoReCa and the public sector, will handle the sales of Oumph! to the foodservice industry.

24 January 2024 10:23

New trend report: A vegetarian nudge that made kids choose plant-based food

The food industry is constantly changing – in the age of green transition, digitalization and rapid trends. With Greenfood Insights, we explore this development, one topic at a time. In Greenfood Insights #2, we meet a stunning pilot project which encouraged thousands of children to opt out of meat with a simple nudge. And we take a closer look at everything from TikTok food trends to old crops.

18 December 2023 08:00

David von Laskowski once again a finalist for Large-Cap CEO of the Year

For the third consecutive year, David von Laskowski, CEO of Picadeli and the Greenfood Group, is a finalist for the CEO of the Year award in the large-cap company category. Under David's leadership, Greenfood Group has witnessed substantial profitable growth, continuing to expand its footprint beyond the Nordic domestic markets, across Europe and the US. This international growth has been propelle

3 November 2023 08:52

Fifth Solar Installation for Greenfood

Greenfood continues its commitment to renewable energy and solar cells. Now, the group's food and logistics center in Örebro is getting a solar installation that covers 90 percent of the facility's electricity consumption. The solar cells are expected to generate about 230,000 kWh of electricity per year and are anticipated to reduce CO2e emissions by 23 tons CO2e per year.

25 October 2023 08:33

Greenfood Greenhouse crowned Logistics Facility of the Year 2023

This year, 40 new logistics facilities competed for the title of "2023 Logistics Facility of the Year." They were evaluated on criteria like innovation, environmental commitment, operational efficiency, and employee well-being. The results are in, and Greenfood's state-of-the-art Greenhouse facility in Helsingborg is the winner.

13 June 2023 09:27

Vegetarian nudge gets students to choose plant-based food in large-scale pilot project: How non-radical vegan food made kids in Sweden go plant-based overnight

Vegetarian school meals are in the spotlight! When Swedish school children are given the choice, they choose plant-based tacos, poké bowls and noodle woks over meat. One of Europe's key players in healthy and sustainable food, the Swedish company Greenfood, has succeeded in inspiring thousands of kids to eat vegetarian food for lunch, with a modern food concept that brings street food into the sch

28 April 2023 07:30

Greenfood publishes annual report for 2022

During 2022, Greenfood AB (publ) continued to consolidate its position as a leader in healthy and sustainable food. Revenue increased in all business areas, but the most significant growth occurred at Picadeli, which increased revenue by 53.3 percent compared to 2021.

21 February 2023 08:56

Salico Oy signs new agreement with Valio Aimo for products from its innovative fresh cut range

Greenfood-owned Salico Oy has entered into a new collaboration with Valio Aimo®. The agreement includes deliveries of pre-cut fruit and vegetables from the SallaCarte brand range. The first deliveries took place in November.

17 February 2023 08:36

Greenfood’s CEO spoke at Europe’s largest trade fair for fresh produce

Greenfood’s food tech company Picadeli offers healthy fast food that is both accessible and affordable through its digitalized salad bars. The company has established itself in several European markets and recently launched in the United States. Their success has generated significant international interest, and CEO David von Laskowski was invited to speak at Fruit Logistica, Europe’s largest trad

19 January 2023 10:14

Greenfood is investing in state-of-the-art robotics in their new facility of the future

Greenfood's new 44,000 square meter facility will soon be ready. When it opens, it will cater to northern Europe's increased interest in plant-based food, food-to-go, and fruit and vegetables. To handle the growing order volumes, Greenfood has invested heavily in robotic solutions and warehouse automation. This investment means faster handling of goods, less truck traffic around the premises and h