Nov 16 2011 --- There's so much room for creativity in mushroom punnet design. Whether it's down to earth standard design or creative flair that breaks the mould - Sharpak has a flexible choice combining design and functionality.

The demand for mushrooms is in the ascendancy with the public looking for healthier eating and finding that mushrooms are an affordable and versatile product.

It is natural then that the packaging should compliment the product and that in every sense of the word it is seen as 'natural'. With this in mind Sharpak Yate developed c-LOW - a PP material technology containing substantial levels of a natural mineral filler and post consumer recyclate with a significantly reduced carbon footprint. This not only addresses the demands of an increasingly discerning audience but also exceeds the requirements of Courtauld 2  with the target to reduce weight, increase recycling rates whilst increasing the recycled content of all grocery packaging.

The growth in the mushroom market is coming from the higher value pre-pack sector. With large breakfast and flat mushrooms becoming more popular - Sharpak has the largest range of mushroom punnets and has recently added to their existing portfolio through the '4's flat' meeting the demand for larger mushrooms.

Sharpak has the finger on the pulse when it comes to market preferences. Addressing the demand from a major supermarket Sharpak has introduced the 400g punnet and the 180g to its extensive stock range.

Higher value product packs will provide successful industry diversification; the Guillin 'Option' range presents an exciting and unique departure from conventional  thinking.