Erlanger, Kentucky-based Mentos has lauched a paperboard gum bottle that was made to be recycled, and is using raccoons to increase awareness of the need to recycle in the U.S. According to a recent study, 32 percent of Americans recycle, despite the fact that 78 percent of the population is more likely to purchase a product […]
Category: Grocery Industry
Posted inPackaging News, National
Report Reveals Consumers Likely To Buy QR, NFC Packaging
Blue Bite has released results of the “Blue Bite 2022 Connected Products U.S. Consumers Trend Report: QR Code and NFC Consumer Usage and Attitudes” survey that reveals the acceptance and usage of QR codes and NFC in the marketplace and the desire for relevant and enhanced consumer experiences. The findings reflect consumers’ changing attitudes, habits and brand […]
Posted inMarketing News, Southwest
Frito-Lay Donates $250K To Support LNESC Program
Plano, Texas-based Frito-Lay has announced a partnership with LULAC National Educational Service Centers Inc. to support a digital literacy program and improve the technological abilities of Latino families in eight markets this year. The program will create learning environments for parents and children of disadvantaged households through skills, resources and tools needed for digital literacy. According to […]
Posted inPackaging News, Association News, Market Profile, Northeast
Food Council Seeking Shared Responsibility, Costs Of Recycling
The New Jersey Food Council is watching three proposed legislative changes. According to Linda Doherty, president and CEO, these include extended producer responsibility, liquor licensing reform and unemployment insurance. The EPR bill would require producers of packaging products sold in the state to implement stewardship plans. “Manufacturers are already working toward sustainable packaging and investing […]
Posted inSupply Chain News, Southwest
Novipax To Open New Manufacturing Plant In El Paso, TX
Novipax has announced its plans to open a new manufacturing facility in El Paso, Texas. The plant will help the company’s continued growth into markets adjacent to protein, which include healthcare, produce and foodservice. The new location, in addition to its other manufacturing facilities, will offer Novipax’s customers a footprint to strengthen its supply chain. “This is […]
Posted inOnline Grocery Technology, Frozen Food, Supply Chain News, West
Motive Introduces Monitoring Solution For Refrigerated Fleets
San Francisco-based Motive has launched a new Reefer Monitoring solution for refrigerated vehicles and trailers. The solution helps businesses improve compliance with food transportation safety requirements and reduce costs related to reefer operations. Motive Reefer Monitoring includes a new Environmental Sensor that remotely monitors reefer temperature and humidity conditions in real time. With this capability, […]
Posted inProduce News, Supply Chain News, West
Procurant, Uber Freight Transform Produce Shipping
Watsonville, California-based Procurant and Uber Freight U.S. have announced a partnership to provide an new shipping option for retailers and suppliers of fresh produce. “This partnership is a game-changer for grocery retailers and their produce suppliers, and it will bring much-needed relief to an industry struggling with rising transportation costs and truck availability. With this partnership, […]
Posted inPackaging News, Southeast
Resource Label Group Acquires Deco Flexible Packaging
Franklin, Tennessee-based Resource Label Group has acquired Chicago-based Deco Flexible Packaging expanding its presence in the Midwest in the label and packaging industry. The addition of Deco Flexible Packaging represents the 24th acquisition for the company. Deco Flexible Packaging is a pressure sensitive and flexible packaging company specializing in the production of custom, pressure-sensitive products, narrow […]