Foodservice Craves Packaging Innovation

The once firm separation between grocery and foodservice venues is deteriorating. As a result, foodservice packaging is expanding rapidly. It is now seen in grocery stores, “grocerants” (restaurants based in grocery stores), micromarkets, vending, C-stores, takeout restaurants, and quick-service restaurants (QSRs). Package design is flexing fast to meet increased demand and venue needs. Still, more innovative package research and design are needed to increase shelf life, provide tamp…