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Sustainability and plastic-free will be two packaging trends to watch in 2022, industry leaders report.

A return to “normal” conditions in the foodservice industry could lead to lower demand for single-use plastics and relaxed packaging pricing next year.

To say the COVID-19 pandemic had a dramatic impact on consumer attitudes on plastic packaging would be a huge understatement, Matt Dusi thinks.

The Packer asked industry leaders about what new packaging innovations have caught their eyes in the past year.

Innovations in material availability and handling technology are making the quest for sustainable packaging more realistic, several industry leaders say.

The use of fresh produce as a canvas for consumer messages continues for fresh produce suppliers.

The pace of packaging innovation didn’t stop because of the COVID-19 pandemic.

In a groundbreaking way, Peruvian organic avocados are getting focused marketing attention.

Marketers surveyed by The Packer believe in the value and the future of organic produce, in substantial part because their customers do.

Paper-based packaging and bags have seen big growth in the last year, produce leaders say.