Flexible packaging — especially the pouch — is still the fastest growing segment globally. Over the last decade, its share of total packaging in the U.S. increased from 16 percent to its current 19 percent.

Leading U.K. confectionery manufacturer IB Group has refreshed its Mega Marshmallows brand, with a new identity and packaging design created to drive more American nostalgia and warmth into the brand.

Popcorn Charlie’s has released its latest product, Caramel Corn with Peanuts, with an old-school look and bright colors.

MERA Tiernahrung GmbH, a private-label pet food company, turned to Mondi for new dog food packaging. The supplier's new, paper-based line of dog food packaging is from its FlexziBox concept.

Rosina Food Products Inc. has introduced a line of chef-inspired artisan meatballs featuring bold flavors and eye-catching graphics.

Southern Recipe Small Batch debuts four unique flavors and two cooking styles in baked pork rinds and tender style pork cracklins. Oven Baked Pork Rinds come in three new flavors: Cilantro Lime, Blackberry Habanero and Smoked Sea Salt. Adding sweet heat to the snack aisle is the new Tender Style Pork Cracklins in Honey Chipotle.

ProAmpac has acquired Gateway Packaging Co., a flexible packaging and technical products company headquartered in White House, Tenn. Gateway is one of the largest pet food packaging manufacturers in North America, offering multi-wall bags, stand-up pouches, small- and large-format quad-seal bags, box pouches, roll stock, treat bags and hybrid bags. 

To launch Friskies® Gravy Swirlers™, Friskies® Extra Gravy Chunky and Friskies® Party Mix™ Gravy-licious treats, Friskies teamed up with Kroger to debut its "Lap It Up" digital video starring the famous frowning Grumpy Cat and Kroger stock car driver A.J. Allmendinger's furry friend, Mr. Tickles.