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5 packaging trends Mintel expects to see in 2018

Limiting food waste, e-commerce, and minimalism all expected to be important in the coming year.

Crystal Lindell

December 14, 2017

In the coming year, packaging will likely be more succinct, focused on reducing food waste and designed for e-commerce.

Green Series

Water conservation can be a hard sell for processors

Conserving and reusing water offer processors an opportunity to meet sustainability goals and save money.

Casey Laughman

November 22, 2017

While water conservation may not be as flashy as saving energy, it's an important component of not only sustainability efforts, but of protecting the bottom line.

Packaging

How McCormick is working toward more sustainable packaging

Mike Okoroafor, vice president of global sustainability and packaging innovation at McCormick, talks about how recyclable PET containers, glass jars and logistics are helping the company reach its sustainability goals.

Crystal Lindell

November 14, 2017

Mike Okoroafor, vice president of global sustainability and packaging innovation at McCormick, took some time to discuss the company’s focus on sustainable packaging, and how recyclable PET containers, glass jars, and logistics are helping the company reach its goals.

Tetra Pak highlights need for AR, digital packaging

Tetra Pak 2017 Index shows why augmented reality, digital technology and online “super leaders” are so important to the future of packaging.

Crystal Lindell

September 13, 2017

Packaging can become a gateway to generate interaction, with the use of use of augmented reality and digital codes printed on packages improving transparency of traceability, allowing consumers to access information about the product right down to the source.

Organic Supply Chain

First organic and non-GMO supply chain company opens in U.S.

Pipeline Foods is first U.S.-based company to focus on organic and non-GMO supply chain

Casey Laughman

September 12, 2017

A new company that describes itself as the first U.S.-based supply chain company focused on non-GMO and organic food and feed has begun operations.

Pack Expo

How Mitsubishi is helping companies extend shelf life

Mitsubishi to highlight oxygen absorption technology at Pack Expo that doubles shelf life of some foods while also reducing preservatives.

Packaging Machinery Manufacturers Institute

September 11, 2017

The technology is particularly relevant for organic and natural food brands looking for shelf-life extension solutions, including in the baking and snack space.

Memphis Meats

Cargill, Richard Branson invest in meat company that doesn’t slaughter

Memphis Meats raises $22M to produce meat directly from animal cells, without the need to raise and slaughter animals.

Crystal Lindell

August 30, 2017

It looks like Cargill and Richard Branson are among those who believe the future of meat may not include slaughterhouses.

Sustainability

Barry Callebaut joins Bonsucro sustainability program

Multi-stakeholder platform works toward sustainable cane sugar

August 10, 2017

Chocolate and cocoa manager Barry Callebaut has joined Bonsucro, a multi-stakeholder platform that brings together industry representatives and NGOs to work on a sustainable cane sugar value chain.

PACK EXPO preview: 3 upcoming packaging trends

Consumers want packaging with intelligent features, eye-catching design and sustainable materials

Sean Riley

August 2, 2017

Technologies incorporated or embedded in the package can convey nutrition information, allergy information, expiration dates and more.

Sustainability

Mondelēz’s sustainable cocoa sourcing program combats deforestation

Cathy Pieters, of Cocoa Life, on collaborating with African communities, transparency efforts, and how they will educate consumers.

Debra Schug

July 25, 2017

An environmental impact assessment shows the biggest driver of the company's end-to-end carbon footprint is the deforestation within its supply 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.

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.