While carbon neutral is appearing on food and beverage product packaging, consumers are not that familiar with the concept, according to a survey from Morning Consult.
Nearly half of shoppers put at least some effort into selecting plant-based food and beverages, and many expect to increase consumption in the future, according to data from FMI — The Food Industry Association’s inaugural “Power of Plant-Based” report.
Freeze-dried fruit company Crispy Green has increased the amount of fruit packaged in each Crispy Fruit single-serve bag by 53% as a part of its “More Munch for Kids’ Lunch” back-to-school campaign.
Savory pastries continue to gain popularity, especially for the breakfast and lunch crowds. Shoppers enjoy the option of ordering a hand-held meal that is both delicious and convenient.
As more and more consumers are purposefully reaching for products that carry sustainability claims or animal welfare requirements, organic labels aren’t enough for some.
Consumers for decades have relied on nutrition labeling far less than is generally believed, said Robert Lilienfeld, executive director at Sustainable Packaging Research, Information, and Networking Group, Broomfield, Colo.