Packaging / Labeling: Page 2
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OpinionSuccess for food companies increasingly hinges on their ability to elevate human experiences
Peter Skarzynski and Kelly Weikel with Deloitte Consulting said CPGs should focus on connecting with consumers, offering good-for-you options and creating products that align with their values.
By Peter Skarzynski and Kelly Weikel • April 30, 2019 -
Why smart packaging could grow by 11% each year
A Deloitte survey found senior industry executives are interested in taking advantage of its potential applications.
By Cathy Siegner • April 26, 2019 -
Decline in vanilla price may not be enough to cut demand for less-expensive options
While the cost of vanilla beans has dropped 10% to 15% since last year, food and beverage makers may be turned off by recent volatility.
By Cathy Siegner • April 25, 2019 -
FDA will exempt allulose from 'added sugar' labeling rules
The agency said the low-calorie sweetener is metabolized differently from other sugars, justifying its exemption from Nutrition Facts panel requirements.
By Cathy Siegner • April 25, 2019 -
76% of comments to FDA support dairy terms on plant-based foods, report finds
Most were in favor of dairy alternatives using words like "milk," "cheese" and "yogurt," but 13.5% still oppose it, according to an analysis commissioned by the Plant Based Foods Association.
By Cathy Siegner • April 24, 2019 -
Q&ANestlé Waters North America striving for '100% recycling,' wary of plastic backlash
CEO Fernando Mercé sat down for a Q&A to discuss plans for greater rPET usage, water bottles becoming a target for activism and more.
By Cole Rosengren • April 22, 2019 -
'Added sugars' on food labels will improve health and save money
While relabeling and potentially reformulating are expensive propositions, a modeling study found it could prevent thousands of diabetes and cardiovascular disease cases.
By Cathy Siegner • April 18, 2019 -
Doctors group sues USDA, claiming chicken contaminated with fecal matter
The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine says the agency has disregarded its concerns about the issue for six years.
By Lillianna Byington • April 18, 2019 -
Jack Daniel's turns bottles into pop-up books with AR app
A series of virtual dioramas share the history of the brand and aim to more deeply engage mobile users.
By Robert Williams • April 18, 2019 -
Shoppers want more premium private label products, report says
Although 85% of customers now trust store brands as much as their national counterparts, retail consulting firm Daymon found there is still room for growth.
By Krishna Thakker • April 17, 2019 -
How a simple sticker may help stick it to produce waste for good
StixFresh, which could be applied to labels that are already used on produce, extends shelf life up to 14 days.
By Lauren Manning • April 15, 2019 -
Kind exposes sugar content in its competitors' products
The company this week debuted an augmented reality display and an online database to showcase hidden sweeteners and sugars in packaged foods.
By Lillianna Byington • April 10, 2019 -
OpinionHow to free the market — and green it too
For once, the free market is helping the environment. Cameron Meyer Shorb of The Good Food Institute writes the government couldn't pick a worse time to intervene.
By Cameron Meyer Shorb • April 08, 2019 -
OpinionTransparency and buying behavior are changing the game for category management
Manufacturers vying for customer loyalty must develop an omnichannel strategy that meets shopper demands for convenience and personalization, argues Label Insight co-founder Anton Xavier.
By Anton Xavier • April 04, 2019 -
Mississippi and South Dakota criminalize misuse of term 'meat'
The new laws are similar to one passed in Missouri that is the subject of a federal lawsuit, while a Montana bill awaits the governor's signature.
By Jessi Devenyns • April 04, 2019 -
Lifewtr debuts 'Art Through Technology' packaging designs
The premium water's new bottles focus on the work of three artists and expand on what art means with "next-generation tools."
By Cathy Siegner • April 01, 2019 -
New tomato varieties turn to the skies to meet consumer demands
A Cornell University professor spent 15 years creating small varieties focusing on flavor, shelf life and looks with names like Starlight and Midnight Pear.
By Christopher Doering • March 28, 2019 -
Crisp Sensation debuts low-fat, no fry crispy coating
ZeroFry targets health-conscious consumers who like tasty crumb-coated snacks, but don't want the extra calories that often accompany them.
By Cathy Siegner • March 28, 2019 -
OpinionStandardized date label legislation is a crucial step in addressing food waste
During a time filled with partisan debate, master of public health candidate Maya Sandalow writes that both sides of the aisle already agree upon one thing: perfectly good food should not be thrown out while millions go hungry.
By Maya Sandalow • March 27, 2019 -
SponsoredPlant-based cartons satisfy many shopper concerns and expectations
According to the 2018 EcoFocus Trend Study conducted by EcoFocus Worldwide, plant-based food and beverage packaging, and paper-based in particular satisfies consumer expectations.
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Conagra aims to expand Pinnacle's big 3 brands: Birds Eye, Wish-Bone and Duncan Hines
Frozen spiral-cut veggie noodles and improved branding for cake mix and salad dressing are ways the newly acquired brands could grow their market share.
By Jessi Devenyns • March 25, 2019 -
Honey testing reveals no labeling fraud, study shows
Tests on 30 top-selling products from U.S. stores found no adulteration in the 28 labeled as pure, according to the Honey Integrity Task Force.
By Cathy Siegner • March 21, 2019 -
How a2 Milk plans to revitalize the slumping dairy category
The New Zealand company aims to rebuff the growing plant-based segment with a product that removes a harmful protein while keeping a healthier one.
By Lillianna Byington • March 21, 2019 -
Deep DiveHow companies respond when consumers blame ingredients for making them ill
Shoppers have wanted more transparency about the food and drinks they buy, demanding additional testing to ensure the safety of products.
By Lillianna Byington • March 21, 2019 -
Mars uses new look to double down on doing good
The classic confectioner's new packaging and mission places more emphasis on the causes the company champions.
By Jessi Devenyns • March 15, 2019
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