Packaging

Statistics show eco-friendly products are gaining popularity among children and parents, leading consumer goods manufacturers and retailers to jointly deliver environmentally-sound products to the U.S. toy market.

McCormick acquires the assets of Lawry's from Unilever for $604 million in cash.

Harvest Sections provides lunchtime meals that contain 40 percent of the daily recommended value of vegetables.

Unilever, PepsiCo and Food Lion offer nutritional labeling systems to help consumers identify "better-for-you" food and beverage options.

The fine mist formula aims to deliver all-in-one freshness benefit, eliminating odors in fabrics and air.

Sara Lee Corporation agrees to clarify labels showing the amount of whole grain contained in its Soft & Smooth bread.

With the 2008 Olympics a few weeks away, Coca-Cola, Hershey, Nike and Ralph Lauren are turning up the marketing heat.

While some companies are just beginning to implement best green practices, Nestle Waters North America has made it an important part of its business for more than a decade.