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Smurfit Westrock makes NYSE debut after merger

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Smurfit Westrock plc, a global leader in sustainable packaging, is pleased to announce its primary listing on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE), under the ticker "SW," following the completion of the previously announced combination of Smurfit Kappa and WestRock on July 5, 2024.

WG and CPMA partner to develop sustainable produce packaging guidelines

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Western Growers and the Canadian Produce Marketing Association today launched a working group to address the evolving landscape of packaging requirements imposed by both governments and retailers throughout North America.

OPS session to address reducing plastics in produce packaging

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Organic Produce Summit today announces new speaker session highlighting sustainable packaging on July 11 at the only comprehensive one-stop-shop event for retailers and buyers in the organic produce industry.

IFPA encourages members to pursue USDA sustainable packaging innovation grants

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Citing the need for the specialty crop industry to develop innovative solutions to emerging overseas packaging and labeling regulatory requirements, the U.S. Department of Agriculture Foreign Agricultural Service recently announced the availability of up to $5 million in grant opportunities via the Assisting Specialty Crops Exports initiative (ASCE).

Green Life Farms redesigns packaging for sustainability

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Green Life Farms, the leading controlled-environment agriculture grower in the Southeast U.S., proudly announces the launch of its new packaging, featuring a “peel and reseal” container style for its Sandwich Leaf and Butter Leaf, along with updated label designs for all products.

ASPF: New European packaging rules raise several concerns

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New packaging rules adopted by the European Parliament today raise serious trade and food safety concerns. If endorsed by the EU Council later this year, they will almost certainly negatively impact global supply chains and food security at a time when more than 37 million Europeans cannot afford a quality meal every second day.

Sysco improves sustainability with product packaging

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Sysco Corporation, the leading global foodservice distribution company, is taking action to improve the sustainability of product packaging.

Sev-Rend acquires Canadian label company

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Sev-Rend, a leader in sustainable and high-performance packaging, today announced the acquisition of Wolarmann Enterprises Ltd, located in Barrie, Ontario, Canada.

North Country Growers unveils packaging design

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As North Country Growers prepares for its highly anticipated grand opening in May 2024, the company proudly introduces its captivating new packaging design, setting a new standard for premium greenhouse-grown produce.

IFPA: EU packaging rules spell disaster for health and sustainability

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New packaging rules agreed in principle by EU Member State governments last month, raise serious trade and food safety concerns.