As consumer package companies are increasingly designing more products with sustainability in mind, experts note that within the label industry, more companies are recognizing the need for labeling equipment that also supports a circular economy.
Although much of those sales come from the non-aseptic sports drink segment, sport drink mixes is showing that its contribution to the category, though niche, is gaining traction with consumers.
Inflation and product availability have resulted in consumers altering their shopping patterns. Research from Vericast shows how brand owners can continue to engage with consumers despite these challenges.
The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) returned both in-person and online with a new and improved lineup of content and programming as part of IFT FIRST: Annual Event & Expo.
The demand for functional, transparent energy solutions has helped Nutrabolt and its C4 portfolio meet the needs of performance athletes and fitness enthusiasts, while appealing to consumers who are making healthy, active living a daily priority.
Big-box and club stores have been popular since the mid-1970s. They differ from traditional department and chain stores due to their large size, buy-in-bulk products and membership requirements.
Today, as people are increasingly seeking out ways that proactively support overall well-being, experts note that citrus ingredients that contain vitamin C continue to attract attention.
By digitally connecting distributors to retailers, distributor salespeople have reallocated their time and reimagined how they approach their retail accounts.
Although marking and coding formats provide product-specific information, experts note that new technologies are further assisting beverage operations by improving supply chain traceability and product visibility.