The use of unique codes that can be scanned with a mobile device, so that consumers know all the product information and companies interact with their customers, are part of the innovations that some packages already have.
Currently, consumer interest in products that are manufactured with environmental and social responsibility has grown. More and more customers want to have more details about the production processes and the origin of the goods.
Recyclable and biodegradable bottles and packaging with a "second life" are some of the packaging trends arising in the food industry.
From a report by PROCOMER:
In the food sectorpackagingas a conceptis becoming increasingly present and brands are targeting their strategies towards green and practical practices. Experts believe that this is a crucial part of brand perception as it is a major point of contact with the consumer.Specialistshave detailed upcoming trends in packagingwhich are being backed by the food sector:
Ten companies have already shown interest in setting up in the logistics center to be developed in Tocumen, whose business plan and regulations for a free zone could be ready in September.
Among the activities that will be developed by the companies operating in the logistics park are packing and repacking, as well as product manufacturing and other complementary activities.
The increasing trend for Italian consumers to consume processed foods, is creating an opportunity for both food exporters and manufacturers of packaging.
From an article by the Costa Rican Trade Promotion Office (PROCOMER):
The economic crisis in Italy has led to Italians reducing their habit of dining out, which caused a rise in the need for processed foods which accompany and facilitate cooking at home, specifically sauces, dressings and condiments, which must always maintain the best quality for a demanding market.
The Honduran Council of Private Enterprise is asking the Government to expedite arrangements for meat packers to export their products to Europe.
According to Aline Flores, president of the Honduran Council of Private Enterprise (Cohep), "what we are asking about, so we can be fully prepared, are some registrations that have to be filed with various government offices especially in the issue of meat and other products because there are certain phytosanitary requirements to be met in the European market. "
Official sources have reported that six shrimp farms and a packing plant located in the Department of Choluteca and Valle will be sold through public auction.
The newspaper El Heraldo consulted the president of the board of Ibermar Hondufarms Group, Carlos Borjas, who pointed out that the starting price set for the auction is $8.4 million (160 million lempiras.)
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