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Engineering R&D

Laser scanning and photonics help identify acrylamide in potato products

Newly developed real-time photonics/laser scanning technology detects precursors to acrylamide in raw French fries and potato chips prior to cooking.

Wayne Labs

August 30, 2017

New scanning technology can help processors determine if potato products contain too much acrylamide in frying.

Organic Food

Study: Why consumers choose organics

Pesticides, GMOs and nutrition listed as biggest drivers of purchasing decisions

Casey Laughman

August 29, 2017

A survey of Natural Grocers customers has revealed the top three reasons they decide to purchase organic produce.

People & Industry News

People and Industry News: August 2017

August 29, 2017

Announcements about new hires, staff promotions, association news, awards, mergers and acquisitions.

Food Safety

Meat products recalled due to undeclared allergens

Products contain soy and wheat that are not on the product label

Casey Laughman

August 28, 2017

Oakland, Calif.-based Blossom Foods, LLC, is recalling more than 15,000 pounds of beef, chicken and pork products due to an undeclared allergen.

Opinion

Logistics lessons from hurricanes and 'Game of Thrones'

In both everyday operations and crisis situations, logistics offer a series of challenges

Casey Laughman

August 28, 2017

Hurricane Harvey and “Game of Thrones” may not have a whole lot in common, but they have me thinking about logistics.

Coffee packaging

La Colombe Coffee, Crown launch single-use coffee can

New convenience driven package delivers precise portions of fresh, premium coffee

Crystal Lindell

August 14, 2017

The MiniVault, a pre-portioned single-use can, delivers café quality ground coffee to consumers in a vessel that is both convenient for at-home use and extends the shelf life up to five times.

PET containers

Pretium launches PET container with integrated handle

SureHandle container is easier for both children and adults to handle

Crystal Lindell

August 14, 2017

Trademarked, the SureHandle PET container, it gives brand owners significant shelf differentiation, handling convenience and aesthetics that were not previously possible.

Beer packaging

Estrella Jalisco debuts foil top beer can in U.S.

New seal offers an innovation that elevates the canned beer category while adding a layer of protection during the import process

Crystal Lindell

August 14, 2017

The new red seal packaging, featuring the Estrella Jalisco star, gives the can a premium look.

Regulatory Watch

Agricultural Marketing Service cuts potato assessment rate

Lowered rate recommended by Idaho-Eastern Oregon Potato Committee

Casey Laughman

August 11, 2017

Potato assessment rate lowered due to funding requirements.

Sustainability

Barry Callebaut joins Bonsucro sustainability program

Multi-stakeholder platform works toward sustainable cane sugar

August 10, 2017

Chocolate and cocoa manager Barry Callebaut has joined Bonsucro, a multi-stakeholder platform that brings together industry representatives and NGOs to work on a sustainable cane sugar value chain.

Industrial Heat Pumps: Sustainable Energy Solutions for Now and the Future

FMTE Formed by Four Food Manufacturing Companies

Coalition Unites Europe’s Food Manufacturing Technologies and Equipment Sector

FDA Approves Three Food Colors from Natural Sources

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