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Quorn Food Products settles class action lawsuit

Lawsuit claims company misled consumers into buying products made from fermented mold, instead of mushroom-based protein implied on package

Crystal Lindell

February 15, 2017

Quorn Food Products, known for its vegetarian and vegan foods, has agreed to settle a lawsuit claiming the company misled consumers.

Regulatory Rollback

Food safety regulations among those targeted for removal

List includes food labeling, FSMA compliance and serving size guidance

Casey Laughman

February 15, 2017

A proposed list of federal regulations to be eliminated includes several food safety and information guidelines.

Packaging Case Study

Case Study: Bosch modernizes 20 year-old Bag-in-Box Line for Ulmer Schokoladen

German chocolate maker partners with Bosch to update its 20-year-old Bag-in-Box line.

February 15, 2017

Delicate chocolate décor, such as flakes, drops or the classic “Ulmer Borke“ require a packaging solution that processes the sensitive products very gently.

Food Packaging

Stable Micro introduces rig pull force test

Company develops new rig to allow food and beverage tin manufacturers to measure the force needed to lift the ring pull.

Crystal Lindell

February 15, 2017

Stable Micro System’s latest test could finally put an end to that frustrating moment when consumers are trying with all their might to open a can of pop or a tin of tuna, but they just can’t get it off.

Food Packaging

Crown offers look of glass jars for plastic with new metal closures

Company launches metal closures that work on polyethylene terephthalate (PET) containers.

Crystal Lindell

February 15, 2017

The new package combination offers considerable weight, efficiency and breakage improvements for both brands and consumers, while maintaining the high quality aesthetic of glass on store shelves.

TECH FLASH

Horizon Organic president talks trends, merging with Danone

Company is offering more organic packaged food and beverages as well as increased transparency.

Debra Schug

February 15, 2017

“While we will always have deep roots in organic dairy, we are evolving to provide options that satisfy families’ broader diets, such as macaroni and cheese, crackers and fruit snacks,” says Mike Ferry, president of Horizon Organic.

Whistleblower lawsuit

Whistleblower files retaliation lawsuit against Mead Johnson

Former global compliance director alleges improper termination

Casey Laughman

February 13, 2017

A former employee of Mead Johnson Nutrition has filed a lawsuit claiming she was improperly terminated for raising safety and compliance issues.

Healthy Food

Study: Flavonoids important component to weight management

Research shows flavonoid-heavy foods can help control body weight

Casey Laughman

February 13, 2017

A new study shows that fruits and vegetables that are high in flavonoids can help manage body weight and cut down on abdominal fat.

Plant Openings

Plant Openings: February 2017

February 13, 2017

Announcements about new food and beverage plant construction projects, plant renovations and plant expansions.

ProFood Tech

ProFood Tech offers complimentary access to ProMat and Automate

Combination of three shows offers comprehensive look at food and beverage supply chain

Casey Laughman

February 6, 2017

Attendees of the inaugural ProFood Tech food and beverage show will also receive access to the ProMat and Automate expos, ProFood Tech organizers have announced.

Campbell’s Terminates Exec Over Alleged Disparaging Comments

PepsiCo to Close Two Florida Facilities

Alternative Protein in 2025: Key Trends and Technologies

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June 17, 2025

Refrigerated & Frozen Foods’ State of the Cold Chain

On Demand Kelley Rodriguez, Editor in Chief of Refrigerated & Frozen Foods, will be joined in this 60-minute webinar by industry experts to help unpack the latest research.

July 23, 2025

Decarbonizing Process Heat: What You Should Know and Next Steps

On Demand Driven by climate goals, business risk, client interest, and resilience considerations, food and beverage companies are increasingly turning their attention to decarbonizing their production processes.

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