Agriculture & Food
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Upward Farms scales its packaging automation in collaboration with Harpak-ULMA
USA – Indoor aquaponic vertical farming company Upward Farms has signed a partnership deal with Harpak-ULMA to launch fully automated, scalable packaging operations in support…
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Multivac launches universal flowpacking solution for pillow packs
GERMANY – Multivac, a leading global provider of packaging solutions has launched W 500 as a universal flowpacking solution, which offers a high level of…
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The Ice Co. launches bagged ice cubes in recyclable paper packaging
UK – Europe’s leading ice manufacturer and supplier, The Ice Co., has developed recyclable paper packaging for ice cubes to replace traditionally used plastic bags.…
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Agrifood and packaging sectors in Morocco collaborate to reduce reliance on imports
MOROCCO – Moroccan federations in the agrifood and packaging sectors have agreed to cut the country’s reliance on imports and create 7,500 direct job opportunities…
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Packamama develops rPET bottles for Australian wine industry to combat climate change
AUSTRALIA – Sustainable packaging and manufacturing company, Packamama has developed 100% recycled PET plastic wine bottles for the Australian market with Accolade Wines and Taylors…
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Valser introduces labelfree mineral water bottles in Switzerland
SWITZERLAND – Valser has launched labelfree bottle of mineral water as the first in Switzerland. In this way, the Coca-cola subsidiary aims to reduce packaging…
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Mondi unveils Grow&Go packaging solutions for farm-to-shelf products
UK – Global leader in packaging and paper, Mondi has developed a range of fit-for-purpose packaging solutions, Grow&Go, to transport fresh produce from farm-to-shelf-to-home safely…
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Beer giant Carlsberg to conduct large-scale trial of its fiber beer bottle across Europe
EUROPE – Carlsberg Group has revealed the trial of its new Fibre Bottle, putting the bio-based and fully recyclable beer bottle into the hands of…
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Harvard University and Rutgers introduce plant-based food wrap designed to replace plastics
USA – Harvard University and Rutgers scientists have developed biodegradable, spray-on food coating to protect foods against pathogenic and spoilage microorganisms and transportation damage. The…
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Loblaw plans single-use plastic shopping bags clearance from its stores by early 2023
CANADA – Canadian food and pharmacy company Loblaw Companies Ltd. (L.TO) has announced plans to eliminate all single-use plastic shopping bags by the end of…