packaging

Trucco introduces eco-friendly kiwifruit packaging

As part of A. J. Trucco Inc.’s BB #:103951 continuing commitment to sustainability, Trucco is introducing brand new eco-friendly 2-pound...

5 years ago 2 minute read

Reconsidering single-use plastic bags

For a whole summer, our car smelled of garlic. We cleaned the car out, took out all garbage, looked under...

5 years ago 5 minute read

Nielsen data shows apple growth at retail

Yakima, WA- April 3, 2020 – Americans are stocking up on apples as they contend with the COVID-19 crisis, especially...

5 years ago 2 minute read

Stemilt sees retail shift to apples in bags

WENATCHEE, WA – Retailers are shifting their apple categories to bags now that the COVID-19 pandemic is keeping Americans at...

5 years ago 5 minute read

Five standouts from Southern Exposure

TAMPA, FL – The trade show floor at the Southeast Produce Council’s Southern exposure wasn’t QUITE as fiber-heavy as what...

5 years ago 2 minute read

PMA advises suppliers to stop using generic UPCs

The Produce Marketing Association BB #:153708 recommends fresh produce shippers phase out generic UPCs and switch to the GS1 DataBar,...

5 years ago 2 minute read

Oppy offers sustainable kiwi packs

Committed to sustainability in the industry, Oppy BB #:116424 has introduced an innovative first: a plastic-free, tree-free, renewable packaging solution....

5 years ago 4 minute read

Five trends from Fruit Logistica expo

BERLIN—For those of us accustomed to U.S. trade shows, Fruit Logistica can be an overwhelming experience. The February 5-7 event...

5 years ago 2 minute read

Berry growers commit to recycle-ready packaging

WATSONVILLE, CA, February 4, 2020 – In another step to further reduce the produce industry’s environmental impact, major North American...

5 years ago 4 minute read

Fox Packaging names director of operations

MCALLEN, Texas (Feb. 4, 2020) – Fox Packaging, BB #:145435 an industry leader in packaging innovation, is pleased to announce...

5 years ago 2 minute read

Berry Lovers opens Mexico blueberry warehouse

Growers Union, LLC, BB #:164332, Laredo, TX, who operates as Berry Lovers, opened a new warehouse January 24 in Tala,...

5 years ago 1 minute read

Del Monte’s new pineapple tags highlighting ongoing sustainability efforts

Coral Gables, FL (January 27, 2020) – Del Monte Fresh Produce N.A., Inc., BB #:111187 one of North America’s leading...

5 years ago 3 minute read

Explaining Closed-loop vs. open-loop recycling

Another exciting innovation in sustainable packaging is in the area of closed-loop recycling. In a closed-loop recycling system, packaging is...

5 years ago 3 minute read

Starr Ranch moves organic product from plastic to cardboard

WENATCHEE, WA (Jan. 3, 2020) – Starr Ranch Growers BB #:113637 is extending its sustainability program with new packaging for...

5 years ago 1 minute read

Sustainable packaging solutions improve

Packaging companies long ago discovered that producing a recyclable package for fresh fruits or vegetables does not equate to it...

5 years ago 3 minute read

Sustainable packaging evolves with consumer demand

The conversation regarding sustainable packaging is central in today’s perishables industry, as consumer demand for sustainability in food packaging continues...

5 years ago 2 minute read

Being anti-plastic is anti-environment

Consumers’ desire to cut down on plastic waste comes from a good place. As a society, we should strive to...

5 years ago 4 minute read

Canadian Produce Marketing Association and VCM International Release Plastic Packaging Technical Report and Roadmap

December 5, 2019 (Ottawa, ON) – The Canadian Produce Marketing Association (CPMA) is pleased to announce the release of a...

5 years ago 2 minute read

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