CPGs and private label brand owners have seen sustainability morph from a buzzword associated with a narrow scope of eco-minded shoppers, to an integral part of the packaging consumers expect from brands.
Americans throw away spoiled fruits and vegetables two times a week on average, wasting approximately 15-20% of fresh fruits and vegetables every year, according to recent studies by the Natural Resources Defense Council.
According to the September U.S. Industrial Outlook from the Manufacturers Alliance for Productivity and Innovation (MAPI), manufacturing production is expected to increase 3.2% in 2014 despite the currently sluggish economy.