Innovative packages are the key in the fight against food loss and wastage. More effective barrier layers, germicidal films and freshness indicators are intended to help products to keep for longer and stop consumers’ throwaway mentality. However, despite all these improvements, companies have to keep a constant eye on process efficiency and on costs.

The Ainsley Harriott brand is to expand its current range of products with the market's first-ever soup product to be stored at ambient temperature and packaged in a tub design.

Everyone knows that the protein trend has gone beyond the tipping point, but there are many other growth opportunities powering the food and health market, according to 12 Key Trends 2014, the annual industry forecast authored by Julian Mellentin and published by New Nutrition Business

In 1945, a self-taught radar tube specialist, Percy Spencer, began working on a new vacuum tube called a magnetron when he accidentally discovered microwave cooking.

Lifestyle Foods announces a new line of healthy, high-end sandwiches - the latest addition to its range of healthy grab-and-go food items, available beginning in January.

Anchor Packaging, Inc. announces the addition of a new series of 6” square RPET containers and lids to meet the market demand for small salads, sides, and reduced portions.

Chicken Soup for the Soul has introduced a line of comfort foods as a way for people to create quick and delicious meals and bring them together around the table.

Packaging trends often respond to needs in the food industry. Understanding up and coming food trends, can help packagers better prepare for new demands from consumers and brand owners alike.

Wholly Guacamole®, is excited to announce a new peel and serve tray package. The 8-ounce and 16-ounce trays will replace the current 7-ounce and 14-ounce squeeze bag containers, allowing consumers to incorporate more of their favorite Wholly Guacamole products into meals.

For consumers, convenience is the main dish when it comes to meat, poultry and seafood packaging.