PMMI’s Jorge Izquierdo discusses how traceability, coding and labeling is even more important considering Food Safety Modernization Act and legislation like it.
Today, conveying value is more important than ever because of the many challenges faced by manufacturers perhaps the most daunting is what some describe as the “commoditizing” of packaging.
When Thrushwood Farms looked to expand its business a few years ago, processing jerky seemed a natural fit based. As part of its new operation, an oxygen scavenger was selected for use in packaging.
Sustainable packaging conversations seem to revolve around descriptions like renewable, biodegradable and recyclable. The package is always cast as the central player.
The market for flexible packaging continues to increase at the expense of rigid packaging, directly driving growth in the form/fill/seal (FFS) machinery category