reusable packaging

Pete and Gerry's Organic Eggs announces industry's first reusable egg carton

The reusable cartons are made of recycled, durable, BPA-free plastic, which can be washed at home and re-used repeatedly.

December 18, 2019

No Comments

Pete and Gerry's Organic Eggs, Monroe, N.H., announced what is said to be the industry's first reusable egg carton.

Aramark announces new 2025 sustainability plan

Aramark’s people priority is to facilitate access to opportunities that will improve the well-being of its employees, consumers, communities and people in the supply chain.

December 10, 2019

No Comments

Aramark, Philadelphia, announced a new 2025 sustainability plan, Be Well. Do Well., focused on positively impacting people and the planet.

Report details how supermarkets can move beyond plastics in 2020

The report outlines examples from around the world — throughout store aisles to the checkout counter — of supermarkets moving beyond single-use plastics and packaging.

December 4, 2019

No Comments

Greenpeace USA, Washington, D.C., released a report that walks readers through “The Smart Supermarket,” a hypothetical store that moved beyond single-use plastics and packaging.

Study reveals consumer climate dictates industry developments of foodservice packaging

When it comes to foodservice packaging materials, respondents say there is growing interest in paper and fiber, deemed by some to be more “sustainable.”

October 29, 2019

No Comments

The Foodservice Packaging Institute, Falls Church, Va., released the 11th annual Trends Report, which reveals that industry opinions are largely focused on sustainable packaging and customization of products to meet consumer demand.

Tosca to acquire Polymer Logistics

The acquisition of Polymer will expand Tosca's geographic reach and increase its product portfolio.

October 22, 2019

No Comments

Tosca, Atlanta, announced plans to acquire Polymer Logistics, Tampa, Fla., from a consortium of private investors.

Dayka & Hackett Eco-Tote grape packaging

Dayka & Hackett announce new environmentally friendly grape packaging

The unique paper used in Eco-Tote is biodegradable, compostable and recyclable.

September 4, 2019

No Comments

Dayka & Hackett, Reedley, Calif., announced its newly designed Eco-Tote packaging for table grapes.

State of the Industry Report 2019: Agriculture

Marina Mayer

July 11, 2019

No Comments

From sustainable greenhouse farms and recycling pilot programs to power purchase agreements and reusable packaging, it takes a village, and this village of farmers, processors, technology manufacturers and supply chain providers are transforming the future of farming.

Research IDs influencers behind food waste, packaging movement

It’s important for food companies to stay engaged with the environmentally conscious eater.

April 18, 2019

No Comments

Food waste and packaging is a concern to a growing and more vocal core of consumers who are increasingly worried about the food industry’s impact on the environment, according to new research from The Center for Food Integrity (CFI), Kansas City, Mo.

Study reveals a broken recycling system

Though more than 90% of respondents say they feel they know their local recycling rules, fewer than six in 10 reported researching them.

April 11, 2019

No Comments

Although Americans are more environmentally concerned than ever, a patchwork system of local policies has confounded consumers and damaged recycling efforts, according to a report by Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA), Washington, D.C.