Making money in the food business usually goes hand in hand with scaling production. Partnering with the right co-packer can be an effective way to add production capacity, but doing it right can be tricky. Here are three tips for food producers that will set the stage for a successful co-packing relationship.   

1.    Be diligent in picking a co-packing partner  

You should investigate the experience and reliability of your prospective co-packing partners. For many food companies, a co-packer will be your most important business partner. Save yourself time and headache by doing some real due diligence up front. Marketing materials and online research are good places to start, but endeavor to verify the information and draw upon the experiences of others who may have worked with a particular co-packer. You can get substantive information directly by visiting the co-packer’s facilities, meeting with representatives and checking references. Click here to see the full article on Food Dive.