Introduction to Agricultural Products

Course Description

Have you ever wondered how grocery store produce ships from the farm to the grocery store? Packaging for agricultural products helps farmers and manufacturers deliver food in the most effective way, reducing product loss. In this short course, you’ll learn from subject matter experts working in the industry who understand the needs of the growers, packers, and retailers who deal with agricultural products. This course is also chock full of case studies that provide a context-rich opportunity to see real problems and think critically about potential solutions to these problems.

Course Curriculum

    1. Welcome!

    2. Why Do We Package Produce?

    3. Real World Example

    4. Harvesting and Cooling Methods

    5. Knowledge Check

    6. Packaging Options Part I

    7. Packaging Options Part II

    8. Recycled vs. Virgin Corrugated

    9. Standardization

    10. Coffee with Kevin

    11. Let the Experts Talk

    12. Sustainable Packaging Options

    13. Case Study

    14. Knowledge Check

    15. Resources

About this course

  • $65.00
  • 15 lessons
  • 0.5 hours of video content

Smurfit Westrock

Course Subject Matter Experts

Smurfit Westrock, a global leader in sustainable paper and packaging, operates in 40 countries with over 500 packaging converting operations and 62 paper mills. We offer an unparalleled portfolio of innovative packaging solutions, ranging from corrugated and consumer packaging to Bag-in-Box® packaging and point-of-sale displays. With the circular economy at the core of our business, we use renewable, recyclable and recycled materials to create sustainable packaging solutions. As a trusted partner to companies across the world, Smurfit Westrock is dedicated to creating efficient and scalable paper and packaging solutions to help solve complex packaging challenges. We are committed to delivering meaningful value for shareholders, customers, employees and the communities where we operate.