TECH FLASH Mad cow disease stopped with single California bovine May 9, 2012 Have we been lucky, or is our technology part of the reason?Read More
TECH FLASH NAFTA makes the export of obesity practical April 19, 2012 While NAFTA was designed to stimulate trade, it has also allowed export of cheap, mega-calorie food.Read More
TECH FLASH GFSI promotes continuous improvement in food safety management program April 11, 2012 The program covers crops, fruits and vegetables.Read More
TECH FLASH Sugar factory sets record for raw sugar delivery April 11, 2012 A 600-ft. long ship delivered 95 million pounds of raw sugar.Read More
TECH FLASH China increases its beef imports March 14, 2012 Up until a few years ago, China exported more beef than it imported.Read More
Will heavier trucks enhance the food supply chain? March 7, 2012 Food industry groups are putting their support behind proposed legislation that would allow heavier trucks on the nation’s Interstate Highway System.Read More
Kraft says ‘yes’ to flex Kevin T. Higgins March 7, 2012 Foodservice customers can opt for the functional advantages of dressing in a pouchRead More
TECH FLASH GMA welcomes committee approval of ethanol legislation February 10, 2012 An intelligent balance between ethanol and food must be determined for the use of corn crops.Read More
Corrugated’s last stand Kevin T. Higgins January 10, 2012 Fiber by fiber, the flight from corrugated materials to less expensive shipping materials is continuing in food and beverage distribution. Read More
Plant Security: Thwarting the Intent to Harm Kevin T. Higgins January 10, 2012 Deliberate acts of sabotage can be more difficult to detect and prevent than bacterial threats to food. Food manufacturers now are bolstering their defenses against security threats.Read More