by Food Marketing Technology | Sep 26, 2025 | Packaging
Introduction Increased need for safe, sustainable, and long-lasting food packaging is diverting attention from conventional synthetics to sustainable alternatives. Active packaging based on natural polymers with antimicrobial compounds is a promising candidate. Chitin...
by Food Marketing Technology | Sep 26, 2025 | Packaging
ABSTRACT Innovations in food product development and packaging are driven by the need for safe, nutritious foods with minimal environmental impact. Traditional preservation methods are being replaced by non-thermal technologies such as high hydrostatic pressure,...
by Food Marketing Technology | Sep 8, 2025 | Packaging
When the shortbread is crisp and the pralines glisten in their tray, you know the quality is right. What delights consumers and manufacturers alike can be traced back to systems that are much less prominent than conveyor belts or robots. And yet camera-based scanners...
by Food Marketing Technology | Jul 9, 2025 | Packaging
Booming market Alternative proteins are among the major current food trends. The size of the global plant-based meat market was valued at approximately € 6.6 billion in 2023 and is expected to grow at a compound annual rate of 19.4% from 2024 to 2030 (source:...
by Food Marketing Technology | Jul 9, 2025 | Packaging
UPM Specialty Papers and Orkla Suomi are piloting a new paper wrapper for Panda Milk chocolate. During a six-month pilot period, the new wrappers replace traditionally used PP-plastic wrappers. Milk chocolate bars in new packages are now available in stores across...
by Food Marketing Technology | Jun 11, 2025 | Packaging
Milk is a highly perishable liquid due to its neutral pH and rich nutrient composition. Its spoilage is influenced by factors like light exposure, microbial contamination, and interaction with packaging materials. Therefore, proper packaging is essential to preserve...