Automation & Digital Transformation

AI, Automation, and Sustainability Lead Packaging and Processing Trends

PACK EXPO East offers new equipment and digital tools that reflect the evolving manufacturing landscape.

February 13, 2026

Sustainability: Page 2

Sustainability

Scaling Upcycled Ingredients in Food Manufacturing: Challenges and Solutions

Upcycled ingredients are more sustainable and support a circular economy where resource efficiency is improved.

January 19, 2026

Podcasts

Through the Line Podcast: Japanese Fungus Enhances Protein Processing

Nosh.bio—a Berlin-based food technology company who focuses on producing cost-effective, nutritious, and sustainable products—is specializing in alternative protein is using koji. The Japanese fungus will help achieve a reduced carbon footprint, save energy, and improve product quality.

January 14, 2026

Sustainability

Alternative Proteins Market May Triple in Size by 2032

The alternative proteins market, covering everything from plant-based to lab-grown meat, could reach $109.5 billion by 2032, a DataM Intelligence report says.

January 12, 2026

Sustainability

Packaging Recycling Summit to be Held June 15-17, 2026 at the Loews Chicago O'Hare Hotel, Rosemont, Illinois

Call for speakers now open: Industry leaders invited to share expertise on designing the circular future.

January 8, 2026

Podcasts

Through the Line Podcast: Driving Energy Efficiency in Dry Processing

Dry food processors can maximize energy efficiency by addressing core challenges in their operations, particularly in the most energy-intensive steps like drying. This involves evaluating existing processes for simple efficiency gains that may be overlooked, and investing in new equipment that incorporates features for heat recovery and optimized product handling.

January 7, 2026

Podcasts

Through the Line Podcast: Top Episodes of 2025, #4: Upcycling to Combat Food Waste in Manufacturing

The #4 most downloaded episode: Manufactures repurpose food byproducts to reduce their waste as concerns about food waste grows. With so much of the waste happening before the food reaches the consumer, producers are finding new ways to make use of what previously went to landfills.

December 10, 2025

Automation & Digital Transformation

London Consulting Group (LCG)

December 5, 2025

Sustainability

Meeting Sustainability Goals Requires Collaboration

Joint strategic planning between end users and OEMs fosters a more sustainable and resilient future.

October 23, 2025

Sustainability

All-paper, Ultrasonic Welded Banded Multi-pac

Tree fruit grower Stemilt launched in this recyclable four-pack tray for larger-sized apples that encourages purchase of bulk fruit and makes retail merchandising easier in-store and online.

October 20, 2025

Dry Processing

Processing News Roundup 10/17: Efficient Dry Processing, Hybrid Beef Mince, and AI’s Role in Inspection

Catch up on the latest in CPG processing with this roundup of trending topics, including efficiency in dry processing, a hybrid beef mince, and AI in food inspection.

October 17, 2025

Sustainability

Can Hybrid Beef Mince Offer Flexible, Cost-Efficient Processing?

Koji-based beef mince may help manufacturers modify or improve existing processes across a range of applications.

October 14, 2025

Sustainability

Seafood Processor Turns Waste to Heat for Clean Energy

Washington-based seafood processor UniSea is reaping energy and sustainability benefits from the installation of a Waste to Heat Power (WHP) system at its Alaska processing facility.

October 9, 2025