Packaging / Labeling

Greenpeace: Groceries improve seafood sustainability, but are still on the hook for plastic reduction

Whole Foods, Hy-Vee, Aldi and Target were at the top of the list, while Wakefern, Price Chopper, Save Mart and H-E-B ranked near the bottom.

By Cathy Siegner • Aug. 17, 2018

Coca-Cola culling portfolio to rid it of 'zombie brands'

CEO James Quincey said that "taking a more disciplined approach" to the beverage giant's portfolio is one way to reduce complexity in its operations.

By Jessi Devenyns • Aug. 15, 2018

Despite challenges, breakfast has pathways for growth

To drive strong sales across demographics in the morning foods category, Packaged Facts said manufacturers should highlight product nutrition and convenience.

By Jessi Devenyns • Aug. 14, 2018

Does the food industry use organic and non-GMO labels to obscure the truth?

An Aug. 5 opinion piece in The Wall Street Journal asserts that the FDA gives an unfair pass to companies when it doesn't crack down on false and misleading statements in food labeling.

By Cathy Siegner • Aug. 09, 2018

Lawsuit claims Nestlé's non-GMO seal is misleading

The world's largest food manufacturer says its label meets federal standards, and has been verified by an international inspection, testing and certification company.

By Megan Poinski • Aug. 09, 2018

Are meat companies giving shoppers too much information?

Consumers are demanding to know more about how protein was raised, but suppliers aren't sure where to draw the line, The Wall Street Journal reports. 

By Krishna Thakker • Aug. 06, 2018

Consumers look beyond ingredients when deciding what product to buy

Manufacturers are turning to bolder flavors, colors, packaging and new messaging to get shoppers excited about their product, according to one analyst.

By Jessi Devenyns • July 31, 2018

Consumers control sugar intake with new bottle

Kolibri Drinks' design stores the sweetener in the cap so those drinking can choose how much they want to add to their beverage. 

By Jessi Devenyns • July 30, 2018

Dairy drama: FDA will ask the public what milk means to them

After years of debate, the question of how to define milk is out of the courts and back to the regulators.

By Jessi Devenyns • July 27, 2018

Why product packages need to be selfie-ready

A new study shows consumers are curious about how they can use their phones to get more value out of packaging — from checking out at stores to tracking calories and taking product pictures.

By Alicia Kelso • July 27, 2018

Is flexible film made from crab shells and tree fibers the future of food packaging?

Researchers at the Georgia Institute of Technology say their product is similar to plastic film and is also strong, transparent, compostable and less permeable to oxygen.

By Cathy Siegner • July 26, 2018

Rethink Water raises $6.7M for kid-sized boxes

As environmentally conscious millennials begin families of their own, they are looking for sustainable, healthy products for their children — a sweet spot the manufacturer is hoping to be first in. 

By Patti Zarling • July 25, 2018

Beyond Meat gets non-GMO status

The verification comes after a one-year review and now sets the company apart from its primary competitor Impossible Foods. 

By Jessi Devenyns • July 24, 2018

Lawsuit: There are no benefits from drinking alkaline water

A California woman has sued Trader Joe's, accusing the retailer of selling a private-label drink that falsely implies it is better because of added electrolytes and a pH of 9.5.

By Cathy Siegner • July 24, 2018

Opinion

The evolution of food cans: an innovation journey

In more than 40 years, there hasn't been a single reported foodborne illness because this container failed, and the industry is constantly evolving to continue to be trusted and safe, writes Sherrie Rosenblatt of the Can Manufacturers Institute.

By Sherrie Rosenblatt

FDA likely to restrict 'milk' label to dairy products from animals

Commissioner Scott Gottlieb said a guidance document outlining revamped standards of identity for the staple is coming soon since "an almond doesn't lactate."

By Cathy Siegner • July 18, 2018

Monster Beverage settles class action suit over 'natural' claim

The company denied the claims, but plans to reimburse those who bought certain drinks that used artificial ingredients despite its "natural" label. 

By Jessi Devenyns • July 17, 2018

Merck's venture capital arm invests $8.8M in Mosa Meat

The Dutch startup said it plans to build a pilot production facility and have its lab-grown beef products on the market by 2021.

By Cathy Siegner • July 17, 2018

Private label sales dip for grocers as other channels threaten

Sales rose to $138 billion last year across retail outlets, but the take from supermarkets fell 0.1% as drugstores and mass merchandisers increased their offerings.

By Jessi Devenyns • July 13, 2018

Aldi adopts recycling label across its store brands

The How2Recycle label states which products can be recycled and what steps consumers need to take to properly divert each item.

By Krishna Thakker • July 12, 2018

Beer label uses facial recognition to talk with consumers

When customers scan the smart label on the bottle's neck with their smartphone, a skull printed on the packaging will begin an interactive dialogue.

By Jessi Devenyns • July 10, 2018