Sustainable Packaging

FloraLife Flower Food Plastic Packets Offer Improved Sustainable Packaging with PCR and PIR Film in North America

October 17, 2024 Smithers-Oasis/FloraLife

In collaboration with packaging partners in the United States, FloraLife has developed an enhanced film made up of 51.3% recycled materials, combining post-consumer recycled (PCR) and post-industrial recycled (PIR) content. This innovation results in a 12% decrease in greenhouse gas emissions and a 20% reduction in fossil fuel consumption for the film. Furthermore, the performance and quality of the film has not been impacted. …

Bolthouse Fresh Foods Unveils 3 Product Innovations and New Sustainable Packaging

October 7, 2024 Bolthouse Fresh Foods

The exciting innovations for retail and foodservice customers include Carrot Shakers, Side Dish Sizzlers, and Soup n’ Stewin’ Carrots. Beyond offering healthy school lunch options, Bolthouse Fresh products create new possibilities for holiday season entertaining. …

Lantana Foods Rebrands its Distinct Hummus Line, Debuts New Sustainable Packaging

August 22, 2024 Lantana Foods

Lantana Foods continues to reinvent the hummus category with a fresh rebrand. Carving a new niche for its distinct flavor combinations, the new packaging – which is fully recyclable, appealing to sustainability-minded consumers – positions the brand’s unexpected pairings as “Fusion Hummus,” and features the brand’s signature vibrant colors. Mouth-watering food photography and creative usage ideas – think a bright red strawberry with a dollop of Dark Chocolate Hummus – inspire shoppers.  …

Cabot Announces Transition to Sustainable Packaging for 8oz Bars

July 11, 2024 Cabot Creamery

Cabot partnered with TC Transcontinental Packaging, a leader in flexible packaging manufacturing, to conduct a shelf-life and feasibility study. They completed line trials using three innovative packaging options: a 30% PCR content package, a compostable structure suitable for industrial composters, and a fully recyclable flexible film. …

Organic Produce Summit to Address Reducing Plastics in Produce Packaging During New Sustainability Session

June 23, 2024 The Organic Produce Summit

Organic Produce Summit announces new speaker session highlighting sustainable packaging on July 11 at the only comprehensive one-stop-shop event for retailers and buyers in the organic produce industry. The session, “Sustainable Packaging: Reducing Plastics in the Produce Department,” will focus on how produce packaging is changing and evolving alongside the industry’s increased emphasis on sustainability. …