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There might be a discrepancy between what food and beverage packages are communicating and what consumers actually experience.

While glass bottles might be the first thing that comes to mind when thinking of high-end spring water, one company has decided to branch out into plastic.

Although they represent less than 3 percent of total packaging costs, adhesives play a critical role in creating sustainable packaging.

“We wanted to get away from being just another typical spread jar on the shelf. With P28, we are always looking to change the game,” says Jeff Prince, director of operations for the company.

Even though the clikPET material is PET-based, it is has the ability to bend and click.

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

The short shelf-life of fresh meat and seafood, as well as delicate fruits, is a quotidian challenge for retailers and consumers alike.

The DuPont Awards for Packaging Innovation program has recognized several food and beverage products for packaging that offers enhanced customer experiences and improved sustainability, as well as cost-efficient production technologies.

The Senate and the House have passed a bill to create a national disclosure standard for genetically engineered foods and block states from issuing their own laws.

It turns out people actually care about food waste — or at least that’s what they say.