Lynn Petrak

Attention, please

11.23.2020

By Lynn Petrak

Consumers really do judge products on appearance at the point of sale, and brands are responding.

Bacon Report: Makin' bacon better

11.03.2020

By Lynn Petrak

For traditional bacon and a new crop of innovative raw and cooked products, packaging seals the deal at a time of surging demand.

Robust and resistant

10.06.2020

By Lynn Petrak

Bone-in meat and poultry products require packaging to meet form and functional expectations.

Deli Report: Grab and stay

08.31.2020

By Lynn Petrak

Convenience is a priority for deli meat packaging as eating habits evolve.

Alternative Proteins: Budding interest

04.20.2020

By Lynn Petrak

Vying for a slice of a sizzling segment, plant-based bacon products are sprouting.

Wrapped and ready

02.10.2020

By Lynn Petrak

Amid a tight labor market for meat cutters and shifting consumer buying habits, case ready continues to expand.

Robotics and automated production lines are helping processors ease labor shortages in production facilities.

Automation nation

01.10.2020

By Lynn Petrak

Automation and robotics address labor challenges while bolstering efficiencies and reducing injuries.

Whole muscle cut packaging addresses consumer preferences and processor priorities.

Solutions put muscle in packaging

12.06.2019

By Lynn Petrak

Whole muscle cut packaging addresses consumer preferences and processor priorities.

Vacuum skin packaging shows off attributes while extending shelf life and adding value.

Under the skin

10.02.2019

By Lynn Petrak

Vacuum skin packaging shows off product attributes while extending shelf life and adding value.

TC Transcontinental offers a ClearShield patchless technology that allows people to clearly see the product.

Tough covers

09.20.2019

By Lynn Petrak

Advances in bone-in packaging showcase products, ensure integrity and reflect the push for more sustainable choices.

Lynn Petrak

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Attention, please

Bacon Report: Makin' bacon better

Robust and resistant

Deli Report: Grab and stay

Alternative Proteins: Budding interest

Wrapped and ready

Automation nation

Solutions put muscle in packaging

Under the skin

Tough covers

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