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Home » Authors » Jorge Izquierdo PMMI

Articles by Jorge Izquierdo PMMI

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State of the Industry 2025: Packaging

Processors remain focused on key challenges in an era of uncertainty

Meat and poultry operations facing food safety and labor issues, as well as an unpredictable market, look to machinery upgrades and training assistance.
Jorge Izquierdo PMMI
October 6, 2025
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Processors place more value on automation, operator-free systems and remote service capabilities.


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Top 5 strategies for ensuring hygiene and food safety in meat and poultry processing

Industry guidance reinforces a clear, actionable framework tailored to meat and poultry operations.
Jorge Izquierdo PMMI
July 31, 2025
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The latest technologies advancing hygiene and sanitation in meat and poultry can be experienced first-hand at PACK EXPO Las Vegas.


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Seafood cans
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Protein processors work to meet rising demand

As meat, poultry, and seafood product sales increase, processors work to automate, improve packaging and food safety, and enhance sustainability.
Jorge Izquierdo PMMI
April 21, 2025
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Freedonia Group research finds that packaging for frozen and fresh formats will see better growth.


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Tuna
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Seafood packaging evolves to meet processor and consumer needs

Brand owners focus on productivity, safety and sustainability.
Jorge Izquierdo PMMI
February 7, 2025
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Processors shift tactics to maximize productivity, product safety, and sustainability.


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STATE OF THE INDUSTRY: PACKAGING

State of the Industry: Packaging shifts to renewable sources

Primary objectives focus on sustainability and shelf life.
Jorge Izquierdo PMMI
October 16, 2024
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Recyclable fiber-based packaging can eliminate waste disposal fees incurred with non-recyclable packaging, increase efficiency, and reduce supply chain costs and carbon footprint.


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Prepare for sustainability laws

Material phase-outs and bans, EPR rules and demands for a circular economy loom on the regulatory horizon.
Jorge Izquierdo PMMI
March 21, 2024
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The meat, poultry, and seafood industry faces growing hurdles as legislators pass laws and regulators establish rules for more sustainable operations. 


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Labor shortages remain a major challenge

Processors strive to automate, recruit, and retain.
Jorge Izquierdo PMMI
April 14, 2023
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For most processors, less than 50% of their plant floor is automated, which is due to a variety of complications.


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Processors seek greener packaging

Successful sustainability efforts depend on collaboration with materials providers and other stakeholders.
Jorge Izquierdo PMMI
September 7, 2022
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For many brand owners in the meat, poultry and seafood industries, sustainability ranks as a primary business goal. 


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Verde Farms’ Board of Directors adds Johnsonville CEO Nick Meriggioli, Completes Series A

Jorge Izquierdo PMMI
October 22, 2020
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Appointment follows record growth year for Verde.
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Blockchain Technology
Supply Chain

Ensuring safety, quality and transparency through blockchain technology

New tech on the 'block'
Jorge Izquierdo PMMI
October 25, 2018
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As consumers and participants in the supply chain demand greater transparency, blockchain has the potential to transform how information about a food product flows from farm to fork to ensure quality and safety by adding greater visibility and efficiency to the process.
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