How to create packaging that sells
One of packaging's most important functions is to entice consumers to buy the product. Oh sure, there's those more lofty, generally more admired traits of protecting the product, ensuring it gets to market and all that stuff. 24 Jul 2008 07:56

New netting becomes compost
US company Conwed Global Netting Solutions has recently launched its new environmentally-friendly Vexar Compostable Netting product - and it is environmentally friendly: it breaks down and becomes compost. 17 Jul 2008 08:10

Obesity problem causes Chile's food industry to act
Chilealimentos, the association for the Chilean food industry, has announced a new voluntary labelling system that will replicate the Guide of Daily Amounts (GDA) system used in the EU. 1 Jul 2008 06:09

Compostable packaging for the home - Good for the Ground
An exciting, new and unique development in home packaging has now arrived. Biodegradable, compostable film bags for kitchen and home use were recently launched by Good for the Ground, a business partnership between sisters Alison Gilson and Iona Palmer. 10 Jun 2008 10:37

Polymer rate hike to hit packed food
NEW DELHI, India, 6 June - There is one more reason why your grocery bill may shoot up in the next few days. Packaging costs are expected to rise substantially, which could push up the prices of branded consumer products. 10 Jun 2008 07:50

Now taste comes colour coded
Rainbow FoodSolutions has launched its new Flavourburst Meal Cut Portion (MCP) range and says feedback from the trade has been positive. 9 Jun 2008 10:11

Beauty products to ease the conscience
Beauty is no longer just skin deep. Latest research from Mintel Global New Products Database (GNPD) Cosmetic Research shows that over 2800 ethical cosmetic and skincare products^a were launched in the US last year. And in just the first five months of 2008, more than 1800 new ethical beauty products have appeared on retail store shelves. 6 Jun 2008 07:49

Design consultants come clean
Moag Bailie Design Consultants were tasked to design the highly visible packaging for the launch of MAQ auto, a line extension of the latest success story within the increasingly competitive washing powder market. 19 May 2008 12:42

Unilever aims for sustainability through package innovation
Packaging Digest had the opportunity to talk with Humberto Garcia, packaging manager for environmental sustainability at Unilever, a major packaged goods company serving a global market. In the discussion, Garcia shares his views on sustainability and how it impacts Unilever. 14 May 2008 06:43

Nutrient study finds food labels misleading
Nutrition labels on foods that have been fortified with vitamins and minerals are not to be trusted, a study of common products reveals. 14 May 2008 06:33

Country of origin label regulations enforced, but...
[Renato Palmi] Country of origin labelling in terms of the Merchandise Act 17 of 1941 is now being enforced by the authorities and companies or individuals found to be contravening the Act will be penalised. But there are some issues that need to be resolved... 13 May 2008 12:22

SA young designers asked to bag it
Exclusive Books is challenging young South African designers to submit fresh concepts for the its new plastic shopping bag in a nationwide competition to all design schools. “Exclusive Books believes in promoting fresh talent and innovative thinking and ideas, and that's why we are approaching design students and giving them the opportunity to showcase their talent,” explain Batya Green-Bricker, Exclusive Books marketing manager. 13 May 2008 08:43

Albany turns over green leaf with biodegradable bags
[Luphert Chilwane] Tiger Brands' Albany bakeries have launched SA's first biodegradable bread bags. 9 May 2008 11:14