Recent packaging trends have us flashing back but also looking forward in new ways.

Mondi, maker of packaging and paper, and French Les Crudettes, LSDH Group’s Vegetable Division, were recognized as Gold winner at this year’s Packaging Innovation Awards by Dow for using recyclable FunctionalBarrier paper manufactured by Mondi to protect ready-to-eat salads.

Celebrating the central role of women and girls, the Hershey's brand is highlighting the "SHE" at the center of the iconic milk chocolate bar as part of Women's History Month celebrations in March. This new Hershey's bar is a colorful reminder to celebrate the impact that SHE makes.

Design Snapshot: PürCare Oral Mist utilizes a pre-measured sublingual aerosol that delivers the benefits of full-spectrum CBD through nano-sized particles.

Ventiv Design has developed cannabis packaging with sustainably sourced materials that are difficult to imitate, such as the Slider Box, made with hemp paper, and the Pinch Pump, made with post-consumer recycled plastic.

As the plant-based meat category continues to grow, brands must understand that packaging is an important factor in keeping people coming back for more. Choosing flexible packaging can help align products with consumer preferences and brand initiatives.

AHA Sparkling Water is using new shrink film with recycled plastic for some warehouse club packages.

Spirits maker Bacardi will bottle all brands in a biodegradable material from plant-based oils, entering the race to replace petroleum-based plastic drink bottles.

In the COVID-19 outbreak, packaging is being recognized for its long-standing performance in upholding food and beverage product safety and offering consumer protection.

Food manufacturers, including Quaker Oats, Mars and Conagra, are updating packaging and branding to eliminate images or names viewed as racially insensitive.