Packaging / Labeling
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8 sustainable packaging innovations for food and beverages
From upcycled barley straw cartons to paper soda bottles, manufacturers are testing a range of options to minimize their ecological footprints. Here are some of the most novel approaches.
By Food Dive staff • April 22, 2021 -
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PepsiCo to boost regenerative farming to 7M acres, equal to its entire agricultural footprint
CEO Ramon Laguarta said "a resilient food system is essential" to its business known for everything from Doritos and Quaker Oats to its namesake cola.
By Christopher Doering • April 20, 2021 -
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Natural and organic foods have caught a brisk tailwind during the pandemic, as consumers increasingly seek out food options with a health halo.
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Sponsored by Fibre Box AssociationBoxes: the backbone of e-commerce
The home delivery model presents new opportunities for brands to deliver products in sustainable, durable packages – acknowledging increased interest in healthy, sustainable living.
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SnackMagic raises $15M as profitable startup taps into snacking surge
The company, which started in May, plans to use the funding to support its expansion into other categories such as meal kits, alcoholic beverages and desserts.
By Christopher Doering • April 09, 2021 -
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Fruit drink labeling is confusing to many parents, study finds
Despite looking at packaging, Nutrition Facts and ingredients lists, most could not identify which children's products contained added sugar or sweeteners, according to new research.
By Samantha Oller • April 08, 2021 -
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Inside Tyson Foods' COVID-19 vaccine rollout at its Council Bluffs, Iowa, plant
In one day, 1,100 workers, or roughly 65% of people at the facility and a nearby pepperoni plant, were vaccinated.
By Christopher Doering • March 24, 2021 -
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Mars Wrigley strikes a deal to develop biodegradable candy wrappers
Danimer Scientific is designing the new package for Skittles, which should be on shelves by late 2021 or early 2022, according to the confectioner.
By Megan Poinski • March 17, 2021 -
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Danone debuts Honest to Goodness creamer with locally sourced ingredients
The plant-based offering prioritizes transparent farming practices and supports the communities that provide its organic sugar, coconuts, fava bean protein and salt.
By Barbara Smith • March 15, 2021 -
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Nestlé claims Danone copied the packaging design for its Silk creamer
The Switzerland-based maker of Natural Bliss says its French competitor modified its product to "gain an instant marketplace boost" and "freeride on the goodwill" it has built in the category.
By Christopher Doering • March 09, 2021 -
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Frozen food packaging gets more sustainable as consumers want more individually wrapped items
The Freedonia Group found shoppers who stockpile pay closer attention to products' packaging and whether it is recyclable.
By Lauren Manning • March 09, 2021 -
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Mondelez targets new plastic use in packaging
The snacks giant, which aims to reduce use of the virgin material in its packaging portfolio by 2025, has also called for a "reasonable" federal recycling scheme for flexible films.
By Barbara Smith • March 07, 2021 -
Hershey unveils new goals to address climate change
The confectionary and snacks company aims to reduce its direct and indirect emissions and make 100% of its plastic packaging recyclable, reusable or compostable by 2030.
By Barbara Smith • March 03, 2021 -
Post settles sugary cereal lawsuit for $15M and agrees to drop health-focused label claims
The cereal maker will stop using terms including "no high fructose corn syrup," "less processed," "wholesome," "smart" and "nutritious" on products with at least 10% of calories coming from the sweetener.
By Lauren Manning • March 02, 2021 -
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General Mills' Epic debuts bar with beef raised through regenerative farming
The product, which will be sold exclusively at Whole Foods and online, carries a seal certifying it was made using farming techniques that help put carbon underground.
By Barbara Smith • Feb. 23, 2021 -
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Innovation post-pandemic will play on familiar trends, IRI says
Self and societal care, indulgence and frictionless shopping will continue to provide opportunities for brands to experiment and grow in 2021, the insights group found.
By Barbara Smith , Samantha Oller • Feb. 22, 2021 -
As more than half of consumers deal with food allergies, FARE looks to expand access to care
The leading advocacy and research group recently published a blueprint to make treatment more equitable among races and put it into action with a new community partnership in New Jersey.
By Megan Poinski • Feb. 22, 2021 -
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Hershey's 'big bet' on better-for-you confections
Producing more low- or no-sugar, organic and bite-size offerings could generate up to $1 billion in additional revenue for the iconic maker of Kisses and Reese's, a top executive said.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 17, 2021 -
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Nature Valley makes recyclable wrappers for granola bars
The General Mills brand did not patent the packaging technology and welcomes other snack manufacturers to adapt it to their products.
By Megan Poinski • Feb. 16, 2021 -
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Grupo Bimbo takes minority stake in allergy-friendly snacks maker
The baking giant's venture capital arm, Bimbo Ventures, is investing an undisclosed amount in sweets maker Rule Breaker Snacks.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 12, 2021 -
Study: Higher plant-based milk prices are justified, but dairy milk is too cheap
While non-dairy substitutes cost about twice as much, Mintec found the conventional staple's profits only cover production costs, leaving little for R&D or innovation.
By Megan Poinski • Feb. 12, 2021 -
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Aunt Jemima rebrands as Pearl Milling Company
PepsiCo chose the new name from the Missouri location where the breakfast brand was invented more than 130 years ago.
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Coca-Cola transitions to bottles made from 100% recycled plastic
The new packaging and a smaller bottle size will be gradually rolled out during the first half of the year in select states.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 09, 2021 -
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Consumer concerns about COVID-19 put focus on better-for-you products
Increased demand for functional foods offers CPGs a chance to boost wellness attributes in energy drinks, yogurts and more, according to Evergi Consumer Insights.
By Samantha Oller • Feb. 02, 2021 -
Congressional panel to review worker safety at 3 meat processors
The House Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Crisis asked JBS USA, Tyson Foods and Smithfield Foods for documents and other information on infections and deaths at their facilities.
By Christopher Doering • Feb. 02, 2021 -
Smithfield pledges 10% sugar and sodium reduction in all products
Along with a promise for cleaner labels, the meat company added a health and wellness pillar to its sustainability commitment at a time when consumers want food that is better for them.
By Mike De Socio and Samantha Oller • Feb. 01, 2021
