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Packaging training success for Loughry learner

January 20, 2025

The College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE) offers its congratulations to Justyna Kosmowska. She is a Senior Packaging and Artwork Technologist from ABP Linden Foods and has recently gained her Level 5 Diploma in Packaging.

Justyna has been working for ABP Linden for over 17 years, with the past ten years as a Packaging Technologist. She is responsible for developing new packaging, selecting suitable materials, and creating artwork for both fresh and frozen food products.

Justyna says, “The diverse nature of the sector encouraged me to broaden and deepen my knowledge and understanding of food packaging. The Diploma programme offered us study visits to multiple sites. These experiences allowed me to engage with manufacturers, gain insights into their challenges, and observe the implementation of new technologies.” She adds, “The Diploma has also given me an insight into the packaging testing facilities available at CAFRE. ABP Linden has been making good use of these. Attending classes at Loughry Campus was also great opportunity for networking. Meeting people who love packaging as much as I do was fantastic”. 

Packaging training success for Loughry learner
Congratulations to Justyna Kosmowska, Senior Packaging and Artwork Technologist, ABP Linden Foods on completing the PIABC Level 5 Diploma in Packaging programme delivered at CAFRE, Loughry Campus.

The PIABC Level 5 Diploma in Packaging has been delivered by CAFRE’s Packaging Technologists for over ten years. To further meet the needs of the Agri-Food industry CAFRE has added a new Level 3 Certificate in Packaging.  

Packaging is at the forefront of the fight to meet sustainability goals. Therefore, CAFRE has introduced a new Level 3 programme accredited by PIABC. This programme not only gives participants the opportunity to develop their knowledge of packaging functions and materials but also explores the development processes while examining sustainability. The course will provide learners with the core knowledge and skills required to aid in the development of eco-friendly packaging solutions. Additionally, learners will enjoy working with a range of materials in CAFRE’s on site packaging laboratories at Loughry Campus.

For more information, please contact Programme Manager, Adele Dallas by email: Adele.dallas@daera-ni.gov.uk.

To see all the food business courses offered at CAFRE, click here