Now in its 28th year, the awards honor innovations in packaging design, materials, technology and processes.

When Nature Nate's set out to redesign its honey bottle, the company wanted a unique container that was more user-friendly and assisted, didn’t hinder, supply chain management.

The demand for aseptic packaging in the US is projected to increase 6.8 percent per year through 2020, reaching a value of $6.4 billion.

The decision to use new packaging may be the result of a consumer trend or a desire to spruce up a brand’s image.

The latest Global Packaging Trends Report identifies environmental impact as a key trend driving innovation in primary packaging.

The US food industry is projected to grow at a steady rate of 2.9 percent CAGR through 2022.