Packaging
Bulk onions account for the vast majority of onion sales in the U.S., but consumer packs continue to gain popularity.
Fyffes says the new facility’s design minimizes bruising to the fruit, increases packaging capacity through multiple processing lines, reduces water consumption by up to 40% and improves occupational health.
Organic produce packaging will continue to trend toward more sustainable options in coming years, marketers say.
Molly Rhyan is an industry veteran with over two decades of experience in supply chain packaging, having held key leadership roles at prominent companies such as IFCO, CHEP and Kraft Foods.
A pre-proposal that aims to regulate packaging in Canadian grocery stores should have the attention of the entire U.S. produce industry, says Western Growers President and CEO Dave Puglia in this guest column.
Villita Avocados said it is hopeful other produce companies will follow its lead by being more environmentally conscious and steer away from using plastic.
Reusable packaging container provider IFCO says it has acquired BEPCO, a reusable packaging pooling company based in Tallinn, Estonia.
The registry will require plastic resin manufacturers, producers of plastic products and service providers to report the quantity and types of plastic placed on the market and how that plastic moves through the economy.
The regulation also introduces new requirements for packaging minimization, minimum recycled content in plastic packaging, re-use targets for packaging, and bans certain packaging formats, according to a USDA summary.
Ian Bates, partnership director for Two Sides U.K., said in the release that the group’s partnership with PulPac will help Two Sides communicate the sustainable story of fiber-molded packaging.
New packaging rules adopted by the European Parliament raise serious trade and food safety concerns, says the Alliance for Sustainable Packaging for Foods.
McAllen, Texas-based Fox Packaging continues to seek packaging solutions that meet criteria for responsible design while supporting fresh produce.
The Glennville, Ga.-based grower says the new look enhances brand and product recognition, as well as highlights “the premium essence” of its Vidalia onions.
Adopting a new, resealable lidding film has enabled Earthbound Farm to reduce plastic use by 35%, says the organic grower.
Fabbri Group, an international specialist in automatic food packaging systems, is partnering with Bizerba to provide a comprehensive solution for weighing, pricing, packaging and labeling processes.
The packaging material has earned certification as “home compostable,” assuring consumers of its eco-friendliness, according to the company.
Ontario, Canada-based Crawford Packaging will introduce its GrowPack Net Trays at the International Fresh Produce Association’s Global Produce Show.
Starting this year, consumers will begin to see QR codes that link to the carbon footprint of every Sunrays mandarin package.
Amado, Ariz.-based Wholesum will be showing off its Earth-Friendly Organic Tomatoes on the Vine at the International Fresh Produce Association’s Global Produce & Floral Show.
Thermal, Calif.-based North Shore Living is promoting its new Counter Culture product at the International Fresh Produce Association’s Global Produce & Floral Show.
Germany-based Baumer hhs says it has introduced a system that will reduce the use of plastic film in palletizing.
Made from up to 100% recycled fiber, the baskets with flaps offer produce growers a sustainable alternative to replace more hard-to-recycle packaging.
Darrin Snarr has been appointed regional sales manager for Orion.
Innovative packaging options are appearing on supermarket shelves every day as manufacturers create methods to present fresh fruits and vegetables in ways that are attractive, safe — and sustainable.
If you’re going to be successful in the packaging industry, it’s imperative that you stay in tune with your customers’ needs, industry experts say.
Sustainability has become a buzzword in the produce industry, and beyond, but providing sustainable packaging or running a sustainable operation can be challenging at times.
The grower-shipper has enlisted the support of Measure to Improve to baseline and track sustainable packaging characteristics across the grower-shipper’s supply chain.
The Pharr, Texas-based company says the bags will be available for organic and conventional avocados beginning in late 2023.
“We can’t wait to share with retailers the strategic growth that has come to light with this year’s crop of apples and pears, and Stemilt specifically,” said Stemilt’s Brianna Shales.
The company said the new inline hot needle micropreforating and in-register macropreforating capabilities offer more customizable solutions for clients.