Pacteon Group appoints VP of marketing New hire brings over 20 years of experience in the packaging industry. Industry News January 19, 2024 No Comments Provider of engineered end-of-line packaging solutions appoints Janet Darnley to executive position.Read More
Retailer Wakefern Food Corp. plans snack summit CraveCon ‘24 event looks to source private-label manufacturers of snacks. Industry News January 8, 2024 No Comments The latest Own Brands summit is an open call to private-label manufacturers.Read More
Ben E. Keith manufacturing repositions under Keith Valley Packing Co. KVPC to serve all current Ben E. Keith Foods manufacturing divisions, the products from these divisions and any future expansion and acquisitions. Industry News January 4, 2024 No Comments Effective Jan. 1, 2024, all products manufactured under Keith Valley Packing Co. will feature a new look with updated branding on the packaging.Read More
The five Cs of packaging for 2024 Partnering with a packaging supplier who understands the latest legislation and requirements is increasingly important. Industry News January 3, 2024 No Comments One in four Gen Z and millennials say that interactive packaging is a key purchase driver. Read More
Strong holiday week meat sales fail to counter slow start for November November shows a decreased consumer willingness-to-pay for beef, pork and chicken items. Anne-Marie Roerink December 29, 2023 No Comments Consumers eye money-saving measures, with 83% having made one or more changes to their grocery shopping habits.Read More
Commentary: Southwest Meat Association State-level EPR legislation poses challenge to processors Extended Producer Responsibility regulatory oversight at the state level burdens the packaging industry. Lacy Bates December 28, 2023 No Comments The expense of EPR will ultimately lie in the hands of meat and poultry processors.Read More
Going big at IPPE 2024 IPPE’s show floor expands to include four halls. Gwen Venable December 27, 2023 No Comments 2024’s IPPE offers more than 80 hours of learning sessions from industry experts and thought leaders.Read More
Tomahawk Processing establishes operations in Laurens County, South Carolina Company investment of $5 million is set to create 26 new jobs. Industry News December 14, 2023 No Comments Tomahawk Processing is building a state-of-the-art, U.S. Department of Agriculture-inspected processing plant intended to provide beef processing and packing services.Read More
USDA announces Paper and Packaging Board appointments Newly appointed members include Anna Boon, Juan Pablo Perez Chavez, Tonie Meyers and Steve Henry. Industry News November 27, 2023 No Comments Three appointees will serve three-year terms on the board, while one appointee will serve a one-year term.Read More
Raybern's revamps retail line Raybern's rebrands in Q1 2024. Industry News November 27, 2023 No Comments Sandwich brand introduces line of meaty sandwiches with new breads, sauces, cheeses and meat options in the freezer aisle.Read More