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PACK EXPO preview: Easing product safety concerns in an uncertain climate

How brands can leverage packaging to uphold consumer expectations amid the COVID-19 crisis

November 3, 2020

In the COVID-19 outbreak, packaging is being recognized for its long-standing performance in upholding food and beverage product safety and offering consumer protection.

Exclusive interview: Q&A with GreenSeed CEO, David Gray, on the coronavirus and food safety trends

Liz Parker

March 23, 2020

Food Safety Strategies was recently able to talk with David Gray, CEO of packaging provider GreenSeed, on coronavirus concerns, as well as packaging and food safety trends.

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Color-changing ink to check HPP packaging

Rose Shilling

October 29, 2019

A specialty ink company is offering a new version of its color-changing technology to detect individual packages that failed during high pressure processing.

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Modified atmosphere packaging for long-haul transport of veggies sans ice

Rose Shilling

September 26, 2019

Modified atmosphere bulk packaging is shaking up the long-haul transport of fresh broccoli and other vegetables traditionally shipped on ice, the packaging maker says.

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Packaging protects probiotic yogurt and milk from light exposure damage

Rose Shilling

September 17, 2019

Certification company Noluma International says its research shows that lights, including fluorescents and LEDs, in stores and other places can degrade milk’s vitamins, nutrients, freshness, quality and taste in less than an hour.

CANNABIS PRODUCTS | JUNE 2019

How to select the right packaging for your cannabis product

Sharon Spielman

July 1, 2019

The market for legal cannabis edibles has grown increasingly sophisticated—and that includes the packaging options used for retail and medicinal products.

How advanced interleaving material technology can increase shelf life, improve food safety

Processors that take advantage of advancements in interleaving material technology and integrate these with their systems will significantly increase shelf life, food safety and profitability.

June 26, 2019

While interleaving materials are typically viewed as a commodity, material innovation and integration with high-speed interleaving machines can significantly enhance shelf life and food safety across a wide range of industries.

Arla Foods begins consumer testing of packaging to help reduce food waste

The indicator, known as Mimica Touch, works by reacting to changes in the packaged food and to temperature changes.

March 28, 2018

Arla Foods began consumer testing of a new indicator, that when added to product packaging, could tell the consumer when the product is beginning to expire.

Sanitary food and beverage packaging market to grow over 6% CAGR

November 25, 2017

The global sanitary food and beverage packaging market is likely to grow at a CAGR of nearly 6% during the forecast period 2017-2021, according to Future Market Insights (FMI). Increasing emphasis on maintaining food safety during the supply chain is promoting investments by manufacturers.

Advancements in packaging leads to growth for ready meals market

November 20, 2017

The global ready meals market is expected to grow due to increasing advancement in the packaging industry. Demand for food that is additive-free, minimally processed and with extended shelf life is expected to drive the market.