TECH FLASH Study reveals danger of recalled yogurt mold Duke University study finds fungus samples from Chobani yogurt recalled in 2013 contain Mucor circinelloides Jeremy Gerrard July 14, 2014 Researchers say the mold may be a more serious threat than originally thought.Read More
TECH FLASH Reduced sugar and salt top consumer food priorities IFT panel focused on consumer preferences for new products that promote better health Jeremy Gerrard July 14, 2014 More than 50 percent of consumers desire products with less salt or sugar.Read More
TECH FLASH Top 10 trends to impact dairy industry The Dairy Council of California released its top trends that will likely impact the dairy industry within the next one to three years Jeremy Gerrard July 14, 2014 Trends include dairy fat as a villain in heart disease and challenges to milk consumption that stem from complex concerns.Read More
TECH FLASH Legal counsel to the food industry reacts to Coke/POM Wonderful ruling The US Supreme Court held that the FDCA and Lanham Act are complementary with respect to misleading food labels Jeremy Gerrard July 14, 2014 The US Supreme Court held that the FDCA and Lanham Act are complementary with respect to misleading food labels.Read More
TECH FLASH AMI says consumers want guidance, not bans American Meat Institute menu model details how processed meat products can play a role in balanced, healthy diets. Jeremy Gerrard July 14, 2014 The menu model uses the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans requirements based on a 2,000-calorie-a-day diet.Read More
TECH FLASH New sensor bolsters defense against foodborne bacteria The University of Southampton’s Biolisme project developed a sensor to collect and detect Listeria monocytogenes on food industry surfaces Jeremy Gerrard June 25, 2014 A sensor designed by University of Southampton researchers is currently in the testing phase and could cut the time needed to detect bacteria on surfaces from days to hours. Read More
TECH FLASH The top 10 natural and organic food trends Group examines the latest trends which could soon be a part of consumers’ diets Jeremy Gerrard June 25, 2014 Lentils top the list, but consumers are showing growing concern for gut and digestive health.Read More
TECH FLASH Preventing and addressing food contamination in rice processing Bühler Food Safety Initiative Team discusses food safety in rice processing June 25, 2014 As the food industry manages a balancing act for greater capacity, efficiency and profitability, food safety always weighs in at the forefront.Read More
TECH FLASH The ABCs of GFSI With FSMA heading towards finalization, GFSI accreditation goes a long way in securing a successful FSMA audit and getting a leg up on competitors Wayne Labs June 25, 2014 With GFSI certification, processors win in two ways: food safety and quality management.Read More
TECH FLASH Food recalls remain consistent, but amount of withdrawn products explodes Results and trends identified in the latest recall index Jeremy Gerrard June 25, 2014 Mislabeling and undeclared allergens lead the reasons for recalled products. Read More