Labeling Systems

Single-serve food and beverage packaging continues to gain popularity as snack products and single servings of meals are becoming more prevalent in the food and beverage landscape. This packaging option offers convenience to individuals constantly on the go with packed schedules. Let’s take a look at what single-serve food packaging is and what this trend […]

Should it be mandatory to label genetically modified foods (GMO)? We have been keeping up with all of the GMO updates over the past few months and have recent news to share regarding these possible changes. Food Industry As the end of 2015 approaches, there is a potential change regarding GMOs on the horizon. The food […]

When buying your favorite foods, chances are you have purchased a product that is housed in a stand-up pouch. This form of food packaging has experienced growth along with the flexible packaging industry. How do stand-up packaging and flexible packaging fit together? Customers are looking for light weight, compact and sterilized packaging solutions, and stand-up pouches […]

The holiday season is a time to get together and share a meal with family and friends. While there are a variety of foods served during this time of year, sweets and sugar are often some of the most prevalent menu items. Stay healthy and happy this season by reading your nutrition labels and keeping […]

October 24, 2015 is Food Day, a day that inspires many to change the way they interact with food. Food Day is also a good time to get inspired and take a look at what you are really eating. This year Food Day has the theme “Toward a Greener Diet.” Part of a green diet […]

Are you a millennial? If you were born between 1982 and 2004 chances are you are. This generation is currently influencing many aspects of our economy, and the food industry is no different. Millennials have different food priorities than previous generations and are focused on consuming foods that are good-for-you. This is causing manufacturers to think […]

How much fun are you having this summer? The carefree summer season is in full swing with cookouts and picnics almost every weekend. Chances are when you are at a gathering with family and friends there is little time spent evaluating and talking about the ingredients on food packaging labels. While picnic foods are delicious, […]

Many consumer groups have been pushing for mandatory labeling of GMO products recently and The United States Agriculture Department (USDA) is answering this call by offering a new government certification and labeling for non-genetically modified foods (Non-GMO). Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has announced the new certification in a letter to his staff that was released […]

Summer is here and that means enjoying fresh produce as a part of our diet. Often times when we shop for produce, we check for things such as ripeness, bruising, freshness, organic or the increasingly popular term “locally grown.” Have you encountered “locally grown” produce? This term is almost or even more confusing than “organic.” […]

May was Food Allergy Action Month and brought attention to the seriousness and importance of understanding food allergies. Labeling food allergens is very important because allergies can be life threatening and are a serious public health problem. In addition to this, the allergies are impacting not only us, but our children as well. According to […]