Packaging of Fruits and vegetables in Pakistan

Material used in packaging of agricultural products:

Most vegetable packing materials are corrugated fiberboard, but they can also be made of
wood, plastic, or Styrofoam, depending on any specific shipping and packaging needs.

 Fiber board:
Once products are delivered in quantities of hundreds or thousands of pounds, they are
repackaged for consumer distribution and use. Fiberboard is very versatile, has great stacking
strength, and is low in the cost of production. Most vegetable packing materials are corrugated
fiberboard, but they can also be made of wood, plastic, or Styrofoam, depending on any specific
shipping and packaging needs. Corrugated fiberboard is recyclable with great strength when wet.

 Clamshell:

Once products are delivered in quantities of hundreds or thousands of pounds, they are
repackaged for consumer distribution and use. Fiberboard is very versatile, has great stacking
strength, and is low in the cost of production. Most vegetable packing materials are corrugated
fiberboard, but they can also be made of wood, plastic, or Styrofoam, depending on any specific
shipping and packaging needs. Corrugated fiberboard is recyclable with great strength when wet.
 Flexible intermediate bulk containers:
Bulk bags are known as flexible intermediate bulk containers in the packaging world. They can
be used to store and transport thousands of pounds of dry goods. Bulk bags made from woven
polypropylene are also weather-resistant.

Benefits of Super Sacks

Reasons to use flexible intermediate bulk containers may include:
 Increased shelf life for products
 Easy printing options for branding and food labeling
 Temperature control within packaging
 Low cost

 Stretch film:
Overwrap film remains one of the most popular packaging options out there
because it’s easy to use and cheap. It is typically used to wrap things or to cover things, like cling
wrap.
Large Scale Use

This packaging option costs very little and will allow customers to see inside the package before
they buy it, which can encourage them to make the purchase. On a larger scale, stretch film is
used to keep bulk packages on pallets together. Plus, this high-performance stretch film can stand
up to a range of atmospheric conditions. Plastic strapping might also be added to pallet
shipments for added security. These products can help to keep foods fresh and minimize losses
during the shipment and storage processes.

From bulk shipments to retail packaging at grocery stores, the agricultural packaging being used
is a major consideration for farm businesses. Choosing the proper packaging for your products
can reduce losses, keep foods fresh, and make them more appealing to consumers.
Disadvantages of packaging:
Cost:
While packaging can do a lot to get customer attention, and may even add value to a product, it
also adds to the cost of production and the eventual retail price. According to Know This,
packaging can represent as much as 40 percent of the selling price of products in industries such
as the cosmetic industry. New packaging can be expensive to develop, adding to the cost of
products.
Landfills impact:

Packaging is responsible for significant portions of the waste stream. According to the Ashland
Food Cooperative, packaging is responsible for about one third of the municipal waste. Some
waste can be recycled, but many materials are not appropriate for recycling. Post-consumer
recycled content is often usable only in specific contexts. For instance, many types of recycled
plastic may not be used in food containers, even if the original plastic came from food
containers. Much of the waste produced by packaging ends up in a landfill.