Packaging Digest

12/12/2025

In November 2025, the US Environmental Protection Agency authorized the use of pesticides containing cyclobutrifluram and isocycloseram, which are perfluoroalkyl or polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).

Confused and disheartened? You are not alone.

Here are 5 suggested actions for the food packaging industry: https://utm.io/ujrty

09/12/2025

Over the years, brands have created special holiday packaging designs that still bring joy today. Here are some of our favorites from days of yore.

Over the years, brands have created special holiday packaging designs that still bring joy today. Here are some of our favorites from days of yore.

08/12/2025

Sustainable packaging may be a false flag in the fight against climate change, and persistent problems continue to challenge conventional environmental solutions. This thought-provoking piece by Robert Lilienfeld uncovers hard truths and bold predictions for 2026 and beyond. Read on to find out more.

Sustainable packaging may be a false flag in the fight against climate change; and persistent problems continue to challenge conventional eco solutions.

02/12/2025

In today’s visually driven marketplace, packaging design is more than just functionality; it’s a powerful brand touchpoint and a key competitive advantage.

But who are the creative minds shaping and critiquing these standout designs?

We’ve curated a list of LinkedIn influencers in packaging design who are redefining the industry. These experts understand how packaging can solve practical challenges, communicate brand values, and deliver unforgettable consumer experiences.

Follow these 11 packaging design experts and influencers to learn how thoughtful design can transform packaging into a marketing powerhouse that drives consumer loyalty and preference! You can find the links to their LinkedIn profiles in the slideshow here: https://utm.io/ujpsv

01/12/2025

What if the secret to making consumers trust your brand isn’t about looking cutting-edge, but about reaching back to something unexpectedly familiar? Read the latest insights from Fernando Arendar, Founder of Nitid Studio, to find out more: https://utm.io/ujpga

20/11/2025

In a crowded beverage market🏪, standing out takes more than a good recipe🤨. It takes bold, strategic packaging📦.

🔎Packaging Digest's latest article explores how brands are combining creativity🎨 and sustainability🌱 to rise above the competition.

🗣️Experts share insights on what makes a design truly unique, from choosing eco-friendly materials♻️ to crafting packaging that tells a story📖.

Ready to get inspired🤔? See what the leaders in beverage packaging are saying👇.

12/11/2025

Discover how PepsiCo’s double dominance, looming policy shifts, and the rise of sustainability influencers are reshaping the packaging industry’s playbook in ways that might surprise you.

Discover how PepsiCo’s double dominance, looming policy shifts, and the rise of sustainability influencers are reshaping the packaging industry’s playbook.

11/11/2025

The Packaging Community Meets in Düsseldorf, Germany! 📦

interpack - Processing and Packaging 2026 | May 7-13

Discover what's next in sustainable packaging, smart manufacturing, and design innovation. 2,800+ exhibitors. Solutions for every market - food & beverage, pharma, cosmetics, and beyond.

This is where packaging professionals achieve higher levels of creative thinking and productivity. Network with industry leaders and explore the innovations driving our industry forward.

Save your spot: interpack.com/success_2

10/11/2025

Hormel Foods recently released its 19th annual Global Impact Report and revealed that its 2024 packaging projects reduced virgin plastic, improved recyclability, and saved over 1M pounds of materials.

Katie Clark, Hormel’s Senior Vice President and Chief Communications Officer, says the Good Feeds Us All initiative has enabled Hormel to organize and streamline its “global impact work under two interconnected pillars—planet and society—reflecting the ecosystems and people our business depends on every day.”

The company reveals that its 2024 packaging projects reduced virgin plastic, improved recyclability, and saved over 1M pounds of materials.

06/11/2025

Manufacturers face challenges with slow, manual quoting that stalls deals and impacts margins. At MD&M Trade Shows Midwest, Aleran Software’s VP of Marketing & PR, Amy Kamenick, showcased how the company's AI-powered quoting and self-service tools empower customers to generate quotes, order aftermarket parts, and discover recommended products.

Watch the video to hear insights into Aleran’s latest “Built to Sell” report, revealing how digital self-service, AI-driven pricing, and search discoverability are redefining how manufacturers grow and scale sales for the future.

06/11/2025

Here are some packaging tactics seen at the recent SupplySide Global nutritional markets event. Are you also using them to stand out? They work.

Here are some packaging tactics seen at the recent SupplySide Global nutritional markets event. Are you also using them to stand out? They work.

03/11/2025

This food and beverage multinational juggernaut leverages sustainability and packaging innovation to help drive corporate growth in spite of uncontrollable external factors like tariffs and a challenged recycling infrastructure. https://utm.io/ujjPr