News
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Plastipak Processing Lab unveiled at the MSU School of Packaging
Published on January 26, 2026
Leaders from the MSU College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, the School of Packaging and Plastipak, Inc. gathered on Friday, January 23 to unveil the Plastipak Processing Lab. -
Support the Snacks for Success initiative!
Published on November 10, 2025
Help support School of Packaging students during Snacks for Success -
MSU School of Packaging team awarded NSF GOALI grant to advance reusable packaging in appliance logistics
Published on September 24, 2025
Michigan State University’s School of Packaging has received a $500,000 National Science Foundation (NSF) GOALI award for “Synergizing Advanced Optimization Models, Innovative Designs, and Life Cycle Assessment for Next-Generation Sustainable Packaging.” -
Lead the Future of Packaging - Director Position Now Open
Published on September 23, 2025
To continue leading the packaging industry and academic fields, the MSU School of Packaging invites applications and nominations for the position of Director. -
Almenar named 2025 Institute of Food Technologists Fellow
Published on September 17, 2025
Eva Almenar, professor in the School of Packaging at Michigan State University, has been elected to the 2025 Class of Fellows of the Institute of Food Technologists (IFT). -
Leveraging Life Cycle Assessment for Informing Packaging Eco-Design and Eco-Modulation
Published on August 6, 2025
Eco-modulation is designed to promote the adoption of eco-design. However, in practice, its application is mostly concentrated on end-of-life (EoL) optimization. T
In the News
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Closing the loop: Finding alternative packaging solutions for fresh produce
Published on December 4, 2025 by Produce Grower
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Almenar selected as Institute of Food Technologists Fellow
Published on September 3, 2025
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MSU Researchers Develop Recyclable Solution for Multilayer Plastics
Published on August 1, 2025
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New research finds that certain packaging materials can show 70% lower emissions than alternatives
Published on February 12, 2025 by MSU Today
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Fighting Food Waste: 2025’s Best Cities for Composting + U.S. Survey
Published on December 10, 2024 by LawnStarter
Events
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Jan 13
Michigan Cottage Food Law
January 13, 2026 – June 18, 2026 Zoom Webinar
The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.
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Feb 4
Michigan Cottage Food Law - Feb. 4th, 10 am
February 4, 2026 10:00AM – 12:00PM Zoom Webinar
The Michigan Cottage Food Law, Food safety practices related to producing cottage foods and how to start a cottage food business.
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