Topic: Industry Insights and Trends

seasoning with avocado oil
Why Food Brands Use Different Oils to Season Their Products

The type of oil used to season a product can have just as much impact as the seasoning blend itself. While traditional oils like canola, soybean, and palm have long been the industry standard, more brands are now turning to alternative oils—like avocado oil—to meet evolving consumer preferences.

Red Flag: When your co-packer asks you to pay for their equipment

When you’re scaling a food product, working with the right co-packer can unlock growth, simplify operations, and help you break into major markets. But not all co-packers operate the same way. One of the biggest warning signs? Being asked to fund equipment just to get started.

The Unstoppable Growth of Contract Food Packaging and Private Labeling

Consider this: the global contract packaging market is projected to reach $102 billion by 2028, growing at a 7% CAGR, as more companies lean on experts to streamline operations and reduce costs.

Behind the Scenes of The Contract Food Packaging Podcast

Welcome to a behind-the-scenes look at how we produce our podcast! Mike Mead and Sarah Richter talk through the technical aspects of podcast production and the significance of having a dedicated studio space.

Fixed-Cost Pricing in Co-Packing Contracts with CEO PJ Wiebel

Explore the key benefits of fixed-cost pricing in co-packing contracts with insights from Econo-Pak’s CEO, PJ Wiebel.

Learn how locking in a consistent price for packaging services over 12 months can provide food companies with budget stability, predictability, and improved profit margins.

Unlocking U.S. Market Success for International Food Companies with Econo-Pak

The U.S. market is one of the most lucrative and competitive spaces for international food and snack companies. However, entering this market comes with its own set of challenges, from navigating stringent regulations to understanding consumer preferences.

Interning at Econo-Pak with Noah Harrington

Noah Harrington is a bright and motivated young man with a passion for entrepreneurship. As the nephew of PJ and Bob Wiebel, our CEO and Director of Operations, he has worked as an intern for the past two summers. Check out our podcast transcript as Noah shares his experience working on the production floor and helping clients with trialing.

History of Food Quality Standards

History of Food Quality Standards The safety and quality of our food are essential aspects that impact our health and well-being. With modern food quality standards, we can ensure that we are consuming safe and healthy products. However, this is not a new concept, as people throughout history have adopted various methods to ensure the […]