Packaging / Labeling: Page 2

Consumer demand for sustainable packaging holds despite pandemic

Younger generations are more willing to pay a premium for eco-friendly options, but many shoppers overall are misinformed about recycling, according to a survey from Trivium Packaging and Boston Consulting Group.

By Lauren Manning • April 27, 2021

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

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

Sponsored by Fibre Box Association

Boxes: 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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

By Megan Poinski • UPDATED: Feb. 10, 2021 at 12:05 p.m.

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

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

Cargill and National Beef added to Congressional probe on worker safety at meat processors

The two meat companies join JBS USA, Tyson Foods, and Smithfield Foods in facing inquiry from the House Select Subcommittee on the Coronavirus Crisis about outbreaks at their facilities.

By Christopher Doering • UPDATED: Sept. 17, 2021 at 10:32 a.m.