With rising landfill waste, innovative cannabis industry leaders are tackling sustainability challenges by adopting reclaimed, recyclable, and compostable packaging solutions. Discover how these green initiatives are making a difference at Healthcare Packaging: buff.ly/4dUv91f

🏆 Congrats to @graphicpkg_intl for winning a 2024 AmeriStar in the Food (Refrigerated) category! Their Morrisons VSP Trays combine striking all-over print with a 90% fiber hybrid solution, cutting 250 tons of plastic waste annually. Learn more: buff.ly/3yCw1sc

As fall approaches, make time to reconnect! Join us on September 11 for our free Woman2Woman Wednesdays Happy Hour to connect with women in packaging for a night of conversations, support, and community. We'd love to see you there! Sign up now: buff.ly/3YQXCki

New insights from a Canadian study underscore the vital role of packaging in the fresh produce supply chain. While aiming to reduce plastic waste, the industry also considers key factors like food safety and sustainability. Learn more at Blue Book Services: buff.ly/4dUj78a

Celebrate the achievements of your fellow IoPP members by nominating them for our prestigious awards! Recognize their impact on the packaging industry and uplift our community. Nominate by September 30 to receive a $100 IoPP Store voucher: buff.ly/3RxrWvV

Searching for a new role in packaging or aiming to hire top talent? Our Career Center is your go-to for finding great opportunities or connecting with skilled professionals. Start your job search or post your opening today: buff.ly/3vZgUaF

Why do oranges look more appealing in orange netting packaging? It's due to the "confetti illusion," which changes how we perceive colors through partial obstruction. Uncover the science behind this optical trick at Medical Xpress: buff.ly/473jzie

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Fall is here, and so is our next Woman2Woman Wednesdays Happy Hour! Join us on September 11 to connect with women in packaging for a night of conversations, support, and community. Sign up today for free: buff.ly/3YQXCki

Despite plastic’s poor rep, labeling might enhance perceptions, especially for health-focused foods. FoodNavigator.com explains how front-of-pack labeling can shift consumer views on plastic-packaged products and balance concerns with benefits: buff.ly/3MmAN0a

Today is your LAST CHANCE to join our Fundamentals of Sustainable Packaging course! Set for September 10-12, this expert-crafted course covers everything from LCA to regulatory compliance. Only a few seats are left —save yours now: buff.ly/3V7mIch

👏 Congratulations to @mccormickcorp for winning a 2024 AmeriStar Award in the Food (Shelf-stable) category! This custom-designed PET bottle, made with 50% PCR plastic, ensures brand recognition, easy dispensing, and full recyclability. Find out more: buff.ly/3yCw1sc

QR codes and augmented reality are transforming packaging into interactive experiences. Inside Packaging & Packaging Gateway details how brands are leveraging these technologies to enhance consumer engagement and trust: buff.ly/3X5VrXn

Join us at Frain Industries on Oct. 7-9 for our popular Packaging Machinery Basics Seminar. Learn to sync packaging development with machine capabilities, enhance line efficiency, and integrate machinery seamlessly. Sign up now: buff.ly/3zHfu6o

Around Town with IoPP | Our New England Chapter started the summer with a networking event at @tackleboxbrew. The event included pizza, craft beer, & packaging-themed trivia. The night ended with a generous donation of cookies and pizza to Marlborough’s Station 3 Firefighters!

From preserving life-saving biologics to ensuring accurate temperature control, Packaging Digest breaks down 4 cool, need-to-know facts about cold-chain packaging: buff.ly/3MkS8qy

🎉 Congrats to @graphicpkg_intl on winning a 2024 AmeriStar Award in the Health & Beauty category! This fiber-based cup significantly reduces plastic consumption, combining sustainability and functionality with a premium look. Find out more: buff.ly/3yCw1sc

Sign up today for our Sept. 26 Premium webinar with Heather Smith, CPPL, from Amazon, to master e-commerce packaging that delights customers & optimizes distribution. Hear Amazon SIPP program case studies and get expert guidance on testing & enrollment: buff.ly/47aUpyc

Missed our last session? Here's another chance to sharpen your packaging project management skills! Join our online course on Nov. 7 to master strategies for managing every project stage. Limited to 13 spots. Register now: buff.ly/3KhnHQW

Delve into how area scan cameras boost food & beverage industry productivity by enhancing packaging inspection accuracy. Food Engineering breaks down the tech's impact on quality control, from verifying barcodes to checking expiration dates: buff.ly/47cSysz