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Food Safety

Bean sprouts recalled due to possible Listeria

Bean sprouts were sold at Whole Foods in Florida and through a Miami distributor

March 12, 2019

Miami-based Fullei Fresh has recalled organic bean sprouts that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

Automation

The digitalization journey: The final steps

Sensors, data-management applications and the cloud all play a role in successful digitalization

Wayne Labs

March 12, 2019

The digitalization journey for food and beverage processors relies on careful consideration of numerous factors to be a success. Among them are sensors to collect data, applications to manage that data, and cloud-based systems to help oversee the entire process.

Plant products

What you should know about good weighing practices for your plant

Tips for choosing a scale that provides consistent results and fits your process

Kevin Hill

March 11, 2019

Reliable weighing equipment is critical in the food industry. Accurate weighing helps achieve consistency and batch uniformity. Moreover, a reliable food weight machine helps in adhering to predefined process requirements.

Food Safety

Frozen Boston Market rib entrees recalled for glass, plastic fragments

The boneless patties from Bellisio Foods went to stores nationwide

Rose Shilling

February 26, 2019

Bellisio Foods is recalling about 173,000 pounds of frozen Boston Market boneless rib meals that may contain glass or hard plastic, the USDA announced.

Concord Fresh Success Mild Salsa Seasoning Mix

Industry News

Concord Fresh Success recalls salsa mix that doesn’t list milk on label

Incorrect packages without the allergen noted went to stores nationwide

Rose Shilling

February 21, 2019

Concord Foods is recalling Concord Fresh Success Mild Salsa Seasoning Mix because labels did not declare milk in the ingredients, the FDA announced.

FDA reinstates registration for Working Cow Homemade Inc.

Sharon Spielman

February 20, 2019

The FDA has lifted the suspension and reinstated the facility registration for Working Cow Homemade, Inc. The decision follows proposed changes and commitments by the firm, along with FDA site inspection and verification.

Food Safety

Nature’s Path recalls cereal run for possible gluten contamination by air

Undeclared gluten might have gotten into the products during a production scheduling error

Rose Shilling

February 19, 2019

Nature’s Path is recalling a specific run of three kinds of EnviroKidz cereal that may contain undeclared gluten because of air contamination resulting from incorrect production scheduling, the FDA announced.

ProFood Tech Preview

ProFood Tech Preview: Finding the right HPP solution

What processors need to know about evaluating HPP options

Tom Egan , PMMI

February 18, 2019

According to Research Report Insights (RRI), a greater adoption of high pressure processing (HPP) solutions is a strong signal of a growing industry.

Food Packaging

Label trends: Luxe colors, personal feel and minimalism

Rose Shilling

February 15, 2019

Don't hold back with rich, extravagant colors on labels. Consider adding a holograph, the latest in the metallic trend. Asymmetrical design helps shake up predictable patterns.