Industry Reports
Quantifiable outlook of specific markets or trends as it pertains to the packaging and processing industry.
2016 Dairy Market Assessment
2016 Dairy Market Trends in Packaging and Processing Operations, published by PMMI – The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, examines industry developments through a 2016 assessment combining primary interviews, Euromonitor and USDA data and regional benchmarks. The analysis identifies three focus areas—product innovation and consumer preferences (artisanal, organic and yogurt formats), packaging and materials strategy (shelf-stable aseptic options, flexible pouches and sustainable/transparent materials), and equipment & operations (automation, hygienic design, flexibility and analytics to support shorter runs and traceability). Emerging patterns indicate firms tend to prioritize retrofit over full replacement and to seek OEM collaboration; charts highlight regional variation. The report reveals where engineering teams are prioritizing investments to strengthen operational resilience.
The dairy market has particular growth potential for processors who are willing to adapt to the changing consumer market and reap the benefits of
these opportunities, both domestic and global. In the 2016 Dairy Market Assessment Executive Summary, produced by PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, provides an overview of findings from 75 food industry professionals, including food company
packaging and processing engineers, operations and marketing personnel from both domestic and global CPG firms and food suppliers who have shared their views on the dairy industry and packaging trends.
