Pet Food Packaging Trends and Solutions

The pet food industry is experiencing rapid growth, driven by two key consumer trends: the humanization of pets (treating pets as part of the family) and the increasing popularity of subscription services and online purchases. In 2023, U.S. pet owners spent over $53 billion on food and treats, marking a 16% increase compared to 2021.…

With You Every Step of the Way

There are a lot of steps in the process of food production, and it’s rare for people to think about how each of those steps comes together. For many producers in the protein industry, packaging ends up being an afterthought after all the other considerations on their minds. However, while it might not be the…

An Easy Solution in Hard Times

With prices soaring due to inflation, everyone is looking for ways to cut costs. This includes the protein industry, where some can be tempted to use cheaper shipping materials to shave off a few pennies. Those short-term savings, however, might wind up with bigger long-term costs, as spoiled or damaged meat can not only result…

Packaging chicken in plant

The Musts of Meat Packaging

The United States’ food supply chain is among the safest in the world, largely because the people who process, package, and transport food to customers across the country take their jobs seriously. This is especially true when it comes to packing and shipping meat, which have greater risks of carrying food-borne illnesses and other contaminants.…