The deadline for the FDA’s new food labelling rules will be extended as per their announcement on Tuesday, June 13th. The new date is not known at this time, but we will keep you updated as details become available. In early May 2017, the FDA issued a last-minute reprieve on a food labeling rule that …
Sustainability has become the watchword in all levels of society. Around the world, governments, businesses, and consumers are all increasing their focus on environmentally friendly and sustainable practices, and sustainable packaging is a big part of that. According to a recent study from Unilever, 53% of consumers in the UK and 78% of consumers in …
Emmerson Packaging was honoured to be featured on the NSBI-presented Season 3 of Maritime Made on Eastlink TV. The episode originally aired on March 2, 2017. You can watch our portion of the episode below to get a behind-the-scenes look at our flexographic printing and packaging process—we’ve been perfecting it for over 60 years! Want …
Exciting new research published by Credence Research reports that the global frozen food market is expected to expand with a CAGR of 4.2% through 2022[1]. For frozen food manufacturers, this is welcome news. Factors contributing to this solid growth include busy lifestyles, product innovation, and the rise in popularity of natural and / or organic …
In the packaging world (and on the retail shelf), convenience is still king. Microwavable frozen food packaging isn’t a new idea, but new innovations in pouch and bag design and high barrier film development have kept it on the cutting each of packaging technology. Here’s why microwavable frozen food packaging is here to stay, and …
If you’re planning to attend Petfood Forum 2017 in Kansas City, it’s almost time to pack your bags and go! We’ve been attending Petfood Forum as guests for almost a decade, and are excited to share some of our top tips for getting the most out of one of the pet food industry’s most exciting …
With just 16 months to go before the first food labeling change deadline, food manufacturers may be feeling the pressure—but many consumers are looking forward to the food labeling changes. A healthy, balanced diet is a key element of maintaining good health, so clearer food labeling that makes it easier to determine exactly what you’re …
As the pet food market continues to grow, so does consumer appetite for added value and convenience when making pet food purchases. Figuring out which pet food packaging features matter to your customers is the key to success in this competitive market. Pet Food Packaging Closures Consumers of premium pet food are shying away from …
On December 14, 2016, Canada’s Minister of Health announced new food labeling rules informed by “science-based nutrition” and years of consultations with stakeholders and the Canadian public by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. These changes, which include updates to the Nutrition Facts Table, new rules for listing ingredients, and changes to standardized serving sizes, will …
Packaging design is the number one driver of impulse purchases which, in turn, are among the top drivers of revenue for producers. Up to 40% of consumer spending at the supermarket is made up of impulse buys. How can savvy manufacturers use this information to pad the bottom line? Understanding what causes an impulse purchase …
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