Foodstuffs Transitions Plastic Wrap From PVC To Recyclable Plastic

Foodstuffs transitions plastic wrap from PVC to recyclable plastic

Foodstuffs has transitioned New World and PAK’nSAVE stores away from non‑recyclable PVC plastic wrap, replacing it with recyclable low‑density polyethylene (LDPE) across butchery, bakery, produce and deli departments. The change forms part of the co‑operatives’ commitment to reducing problem plastics and sending less waste to landfill. As of January 2026, the majority of Foodstuffs North and South Island New World and PAK’nSAVE stores have adop…