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Food Packaging

Dow technology enables creation of recyclable flexible pouches

Dow Chemical launches RecyleReady technology created in collaboration with the Sustainable Packaging Coalition.

Debra Schug

September 9, 2016

Because most pouches are made of a variety of materials, they are challenging to recycle.

Food Packaging

Cultured pearls

Cindy Dubin

May 6, 2014

Stonyfield, an organic yogurt maker, is launching an organic frozen yogurt dessert in collaboration with Cambridge, MA-based WikiFoods, Inc.

Food Packaging

Sustainability a highlight at DuPont packaging awards

Materials that prolong shelf life, enhance recyclability or add a repellent quality top the winners list.

Mikell Knights

August 7, 2013

Modified air packaging and material-reducing redesigns were among those recognized.

Packaging Materials

Multifaceted empowerment

New packaging materials add functionality, improve sustainability, lengthen shelf life and enhance shelf impact of food products.

Hallie Forcinio

March 6, 2013

Innovative packaging materials and concepts give new and established products greater functionality, sustainability, shelf life and shelf impact.

TECH FLASH

Coca-Cola to set sustainable packaging goals in Europe

A joint-venture with a PET recycler will make it possible

October 29, 2012

The goals include achieving zero waste in its own operations and recycling more packaging than it uses.

TECH FLASH

Getting the most out of sustainable packaging initiatives

May 25, 2012

Processors want to cut energy costs; consumers want to see good stewardship.

TECH FLASH

Lifecycle assessment sizes up environmental impacts of products

May 9, 2012

Kraft used the system to develop YES Pack salad dressing containers.

Suitable for ready-to-serve meals that can be taken from the freezer to the table via either a microwave or conventional oven, Huhtamaki Ovenware II trays are made from 100 percent pre-consumer fiber.

Packaging Trends Study: Sustainable Packaging Gains Traction

Kevin T. Higgins

October 1, 2008

With customers demanding less material waste and manufacturing looking for ways to trim transportation costs, the trend toward sustainable packaging is gathering momentum.

Organic Suppliers, Wal-Mart Lead Sustainable Packaging Front

Kevin T. Higgins

October 3, 2007

Recycled paperboard, glass containers and other options to petroleum-based and throwaway materials have been part of organic foods’ packaging pallet for years. Now the options are increasing, and organic suppliers are interested.

Campbell’s Terminates Exec Over Alleged Disparaging Comments

PepsiCo to Close Two Florida Facilities

Alternative Protein in 2025: Key Trends and Technologies

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June 17, 2025

Refrigerated & Frozen Foods’ State of the Cold Chain

On Demand Kelley Rodriguez, Editor in Chief of Refrigerated & Frozen Foods, will be joined in this 60-minute webinar by industry experts to help unpack the latest research.

July 23, 2025

Decarbonizing Process Heat: What You Should Know and Next Steps

On Demand Driven by climate goals, business risk, client interest, and resilience considerations, food and beverage companies are increasingly turning their attention to decarbonizing their production processes.

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