Food packaging can be a big world to keep track of, but thanks to Twitter it has never been easier to stay on top of new developments on a day-to-day basis. Fresh packaging developments and technology updates roll onto shelves constantly, and over at the Food Dive Twitter account we are always spotting new sources of info on packaging, processing and retail goings on.
For those of you who are especially interested in food packaging commentary, here is a short list of the 15 best accounts we follow for news and opinions. Of course, we recommend adding Food Dive to your follow list as well, but you could do a lot worse than catching up on what these experts and publications have to say:
PEOPLE
1. Lisa McTigue Pierce
On Twitter: @lisajmpierce
A packaging journalist since 1982, Lisa McTigue Pierce currently serves as an Executive Editor at Packaging Digest, one of the industry's premier publications. Pierce's Twitter feed is suffused with market trends, consumer insights and packaging intelligence.
ow.ly/htOkX Self-heating #packaging market heats up
— Lisa McTigue Pierce (@lisajmpierce) February 6, 2013
2. David Lutternberger
On Twitter: @packaginggeek
David Lutternberger, a VP/Packaging Strategist at Iconoculture, a consumer research and strategic consulting firm, tweets out a packaging-specific blend of humor-infused commentary, conversation-starters and trend analysis.
@mwvpackaging: 3 primary drivers of the #packaging experience: brand equity, aesthetics, in-home performance. #packagingmatters
— David Luttenberger (@packaginggeek) February 6, 2013
3. JoAnn Hines
On Twitter: @packagingdiva
As the founder of packagingdiva.com and a "packaging celebrity," JoAnn Hines' oft-updated Twitter feed is filled with bulletins of curated design innovations and packaging strategies.
Leading the #packaging #design pack today is the fab "The Salad Jar" @ pinterest.com/pin/2817565204…
— JoAnn Hines (@packagingdiva) February 13, 2013
4. Danielle Jerschefske
On Twitter: @DanielleJersche
A North American Editor at Labels & Labeling, a global magazine for the packaging industry, Danielle Jerschefske's Twitter account delivers the latest developments and trends in package design, labeling and digital printing.
Consumer insights drive 2013 #packaging trends via @labelsnlabeling bit.ly/12uxc12
— Danielle Jerschefske (@DanielleJersche) February 12, 2013
5. Jeff Timm
On Twitter: @BioplasticMan
Jeff Timm, the Managing Principal at Timm Consulting, a strategic consulting firm, and blogger for the packaging market at Adhesives.org, tweets out about the latest developments, trends and insights in the bioplastics packaging world.
Latest Pkging Blog-2013 #Pkging Trends & Forecasts: bit.ly/Vqnmg7 including discussion on top #bio-based #monomer trends @ascouncil
— Jeff Timm (@BioplasticMan) January 17, 2013
6. Kevin Karstedt
On Twitter: @DigitalKevin
Kevin Karstedt, CEO of Karstedt Partners LLC, a packaging research and advisory firm, tweets out to his followers with the latest packaging intelligence and a daily, self-curated "Packaging & Digital Printing Trends" report.
#Landa, Unilever and Waitrose put #digital print centre stage at #Packaging #Innovations - #WhatTheyThink ow.ly/hBDDL
— Kevin Karstedt (@DigitalKevin) February 11, 2013
NEWS
1. Packaging World
On Twitter: @packagingworld
Packaging World delivers the latest news, trends, case studies, package designs, playbooks and machinery reports to packaging industry professionals. Its Twitter account imparts a mix of headline-centric tweets with bit.ly links for more information and conversation-starting questions and pictures.
Kraft first has MiO, now Kool-Aid and Crystal Light follow suit with liquid enhancers#kraft #packaging twitter.com/packagingworld…
— Packaging World (@packagingworld) February 6, 2013
2. Packaging of the World
On Twitter: @packagings
While not exclusive to the food and beverage industry, Packaging of the World is a self-proclaimed "Creative Package Design Gallery." Although a sizable subsection of its website and Twitter feed contains student work, unlicensed designs and concepts that will never see stores, that's also the reason why Packaging of the World is brimming with the best, brightest and most experimental packaging ideas out there.
We the People, White House Brew (Student Project): Designed by Michelle Wang, United States.This is a branding ... bit.ly/Wr0Xiy
— PackagingOfTheWorld (@packagings) February 5, 2013
3. Packaging Design Mag
On Twitter: @PackageDesignMg
From pretty package designs to the nitty-gritty of the production materials needed to make them, Packaging Design Mag provides the latest industry news and perspectives. Packaging Design Mag's Twitter account keeps its followers in the loop with what can only be described as nearly monosyllabic tweets — on the upside, the ensuing bit.ly links lead to informative resources which always clear up any confusion caused by the almost cryptic tweets.
Bio-inks’ Bright Potential:bit.ly/WHEvS9
— Package Design Mag (@PackageDesignMg) February 8, 2013
4. Packaging Digest
On Twitter: @packagingdigest
With the latest packaging news, conference updates, industry research and "Packaging Product of the Day" tweets, Packaging Digest and its Twitter account are comprehensive sources of intelligence.
At 2013 #Packaging Conference:Ardagh says Absolut Unique campaign could have made 94 quintillion combinations -RLtiny.cc/i0d1rw
— Packaging Digest (@packagingdigest) February 5, 2013
5. World Packaging News
On Twitter: @WorldPackOrg
World Packaging News is an online source of global packaging news and the official publication of the World Packaging Organization. Its content and tweets highlight the latest news and breakthroughs throughout the packaging world.
Enjoy your hamburger (and the wrapper)- s.shr.lc/11PB1SP #packaging twitter.com/WorldPackNews/…
— World Packaging News (@WorldPackNews) February 7, 2013
6. Food & Beverage Packaging
On Twitter: @FoodPack
A self-proclaimed provider of "market insights to packaging solutions" and a BNP Media publication, Food & Beverage Packaging's Twitter account feeds followers with daily handfuls of the industry's most significant packaging reports.
Eye-catching package triples sales forecasts for healthy juice brand @favejuice bit.ly/YD9lvC#packaging #shelfappeal
— Food & Beverage Pack (@FoodPack) February 6, 2013
7. Brand Packaging
On Twitter: @BRANDPACKAGING
Brand Packaging is the less food- and beverage-specific, more design-oriented arm of BNP Media. Its feed is filled with the latest design innovations and strategic insights.
Truly Deeply's Julia rounds up some great examples on the power of packaging: bit.ly/XbIHZ0
— BRANDPACKAGING (@BRANDPACKAGING) February 14, 2013
8. Inside Packaging
On Twitter: @InsidePackaging
Inside Packaging is a visually engaging e-magazine for the industry. From the latest launches and scientific discoveries to business news and trend reports, Inside Packaging's Twitter account keeps its followers up-to-date on what's going on.
.@glasgowuni scientists develop new method to make packaged food safer for consumers & extend its shelf life ow.ly/hFVo3 #packaging
— Inside Packaging (@InsidePackaging) February 13, 2013
9. Future of Packaging
On Twitter: @packfutur
While not exclusively a food and beverage packaging source, the Future of Packaging's Twitter account contains updates on the most groundbreaking innovations taking place in the packaging industry. The inventive concepts and ideas found here are an inspiration to those looking for the cutting edge in packaging design.
Samsung's refrigerator w/a screen has apps for recipes & notes. reuters.com/article/2013/0… Could packaging talk to fridge? #4futr
— Future of Packaging (@packfutur) January 28, 2013
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