AF&PA Publishes March 2026 Packaging Papers Report
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sults for packaging, printing, and manufacturing customer partners. The company’s longevity is also reflected in its culture, with a strong emphasis on employee retention, collabo- ration, and continuity. Many team members have spent decades with the organization, contributing to a level of institutional knowledge that is difficult to replicate. As Mid America celebrates this milestone, it is also en- tering a new phase of growth as part of FV Recycling, a broader platform designed to expand capabilities, scale operations, and bring additional resources to customers. “Reaching 100 years is something we’re extremely proud of,” Gaines said. “But it’s not the finish line. It’s a re- sponsibility to keep delivering, improving, and earning the trust of the people we work with every day.” “Mid America Paper Recycling represents exactly what this industry is built on: relationships, operational exper- tise, and long-term trust,” said Gene Smith, president of FV Recycling. “As part of FV Recycling, we’re proud to build on that 100-year foundation and bring additional scale and capabilities to customers across North America.” Together, Mid America and FV Recycling are positioned to deliver the next generation of recycling solutions, com- bining a century of experience with expanded resources, reach, and innovation. Visit: midamericapaper.com .
The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA) has published the March 2026 Packaging Papers Monthly report. According to the report, total packaging papers & specialty packaging shipments in March augmented sev- en percent compared to March 2025. They were up three percent when compared to the same period in 2025.
• Total unbleached packaging paper shipments in March were at its top level in over two years, with an operating rate that exceeded 90 percent. • Bleached packaging papers were also up in March, in- creasing 5.5 percent from the same month last year, but down year-to-date. • Total inventories were at their lowest compared to the last 13 months.
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