Top Trends

Find new innovations at PROCESS EXPO

Thu, 06 Aug 2015 00:00:00 -0400

As professionals in the packaging industry return from their well-deserved summer vacations, they will be able to kick-off the fall by finding the newest technologies at PROCESS EXPO.

The big 3 for R&D

Wed, 20 May 2015 00:00:00 -0400

The processed-meat industry is currently experiencing a period of rapid expansion.

Addressing food waste in the United States

Wed, 13 May 2015 00:00:00 -0400

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) estimates that nearly one-third of the edible components of food produced for human consumption gets lost or wasted, amounting to about 1.3 billion tons per year globally.

Yogurt’s expanding universe

kennedys@dairyfoods.com (Sarah M. Kennedy) — Sun, 26 Apr 2015 00:00:00 -0400

Yogurt manufacturers are getting innovative and capitalizing on the diversity of yogurt with niche products and appealing to a wider audience. Whole-fat and low-sugar varieties are part of the mix.

Top 150 frozen food processors report: Industry overcomes consumers' negative perception of frozen foods

Mon, 20 Apr 2015 00:00:00 -0400

In May 2014, the American Frozen Food Institute (AFFI), McLean, Va., launched a national effort to encourage consumers to take a fresh look at frozen foods.

Four beverage industry trends to watch in 2015

Thu, 12 Mar 2015 14:00:00 -0400

In their latest Global Beverage Packaging Market report, market research firm TechNavio (technavio.com) estimates that the beverage packaging industry will have a compounded annual growth rate of 4.11% globally over the next four years.

Craft beer packs a can-do attitude

Thu, 12 Mar 2015 13:57:00 -0400

Craft beer has revolutionized the industry and is moving out of microbreweries and into the main market. According to the Brewers Association, there were over 3,200 brewers in the United States as of November 2014.

Consumer trends in weight management highlight increased snacking

Thu, 12 Mar 2015 13:55:00 -0400

Today's consumers are much more likely to focus on changing their snacking habits in order to achieve weight loss success.

Top 2015 food and packaging trends predicted

Thu, 12 Mar 2015 13:52:00 -0400

As the end of 2014 draws near, Canadean forecasts the top trends which will influence consumer behaviour in 2015, and provides an insight into how manufacturers and marketers can target these evolving consumer needs to drive sales over the next year.