The Natural Mineral That Could Change Plastic Food Packaging Forever with Johnathan Raineau
Episode Summary:
What if you could extend food shelf life while also reducing plastic waste?
In this episode of Food Tech Talk: Supply Chain Insights from Farm to Fork, host Lydia Adams sits down with Johnathan Raineau, President of Copperprotek USA, to discuss how copper-based antimicrobial technology is transforming the future of food packaging. Learn how this FDA-approved innovation uses natural copper minerals to safely extend shelf life by up to 40%, while potentially cutting the number of plastic layers in packaging by half.
Johnathan shares the science behind these patented copper microparticles and how they actively combat harmful bacteria like Listeria across various points in the supply chain — from production surfaces to final packaging. With food waste currently at 30% globally, this technology offers a powerful solution for improving food safety, minimizing spoilage, and supporting sustainability initiatives.
Whether you’re a packaging manufacturer, food safety professional, or simply passionate about sustainability, this episode offers valuable insights into the challenges and breakthroughs of launching disruptive solutions in a well-established industry.
Discover how collaboration, scientific validation, and open-mindedness are essential to reshaping the way we preserve and protect the foods we consume.
