The 2010 ASHS Annual Conference

Objective(s):
1. Learn about advances in packaging 2. What are industrial challenges, such as the sustainability goals of box stores 3. What is new in edible and biodegradable packaging 4. What are concerns with packaging, such as atmospheric challenges, food safety issues

Packaging is widely used in many postharvest and food science applications, including bags, clamshells, and wraps.  A number of issues surround packaging manufacture and choices, including atmospheric changes, migration of contaminants, carbon footprint, biodegradation and edibility.  We now have to think beyond packaging for shelf life extension and start considering sustainability and toxicity when choosing packages. The purpose of this workshop is to bring research and extension specialists up to date on the dynamic roles of packaging at the analytical, consumer, and industrial levels.