An easy-open and reclosable
package includes a pouch including a discrete strip, between first and second side panels; including a sealing segment, a backing segment, and an intermediate layer including a
pressure sensitive adhesive, the first surface of the strip anchored to the inner surface of the first panel at a first location, and the second surface of the strip anchored to the inner surface of the second side panel at a first location; a die
cut in the first panel, defining a primary die
cut segment so arranged that when the
package is opened, it can be reclosed by adhering the
adhesive to the first side panel; and a product in the pouch. A secondary die
cut segment can be disposed between the primary die cut segment and an end of the
package. This secondary die cut can be at least partially underlain by the
adhesive.