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New Product Development

LiDestri shares 3 realistic tips for successful new product development

Outsourcing R&D can hasten the speed to market as well as help inform positioning and marketing decisions.

January 16, 2017

Market research has proven that being the first in a category or introducing a novel flavor is beneficial. However, it isn’t always who is first, but who is doing it better.

Food Packaging

EU pushes for antimicrobial packaging

NanoPack aims to develop state-of-the-art antimicrobial packaging solutions for perishable foods based on natural nanomaterials that will prevent food-borne illness outbreaks and reduce food waste.

Crystal Lindell

January 16, 2017

The European Union (EU) has awarded the international NanoPack consortium €7.7 million to develop a solution for extending food shelf life by using novel antimicrobial surfaces.

TECH FLASH

IFIC’s top 9 trends for 2017

Sustainability and functionality are trends to watch

Casey Laughman

January 6, 2017

Protein, sustainability and "functional foods" are among the top food trends for 2017, according to a new report from the International Food Information Council (IFIC) Foundation.

TECH FLASH

Packaging case study: Bosch creates wrapper for protein bars

Wilde Snacks works with Bosch Packaging Technology to create wrapper with a tight seal.

January 5, 2017

In order to leave a memorable impression on consumers and a good taste in their mouths, food brands must strive to create tasty, innovation and out-of-the-box products.

TECH FLASH

A trip to an Italian Parmigiano Reggiano cheese production facility

The thousand-year old process requires quality ingredients, precise control and plenty of time.

Debra Schug

December 22, 2016

In the Caseificio San Lucio Parmigiano Reggiano cheese factory—located in Sala Baganza just southwest of Parma, Italy—each production day, 1,300 liters of milk are placed in each vat.

TECH FLASH

The Top 10 stories of 2016

From our Food Plant of the Year to allowing cell phones on the plant floor, look back on our Top 10 Stories from 2016!

December 22, 2016

From water quality to our exclusive list of the Top 100 Food and Beverage companies, these were Food Engineering's Top 10 stories of 2016.

Plant Maintenance

Best practices in plant maintenance and safety improve operational efficiency

ProFood Tech offers insights and solutions to minimize risk, prevent worker injuries and reduce costs

Maria Ferrante

December 21, 2016

Plant safety is critical to productivity. Proper plant maintenance plays a significant role in reducing unscheduled downtime and improving safety.

Food Automation and Manufacturing Conference

2017 FA&M speaker line up announced

This year's theme is The Future of Food Manufacturing

Debra Schug

December 21, 2016

Food Engineering’s 2017 Food Automation and Manufacturing Conference agenda has been finalized. The theme for this year is The Future of Food Manufacturing.

Plant of the Year

Plant of the Year and Sustainable Plant of the Year winners announced

Food Engineering recognizes two outstanding plants

Debra Schug

December 21, 2016

Food Engineering’s 2017 Plant of the Year goes to Abbott Nutrition.

TECH FLASH

Williams-Sonoma recalls Lemon Poppy Seed bread mix

Ingredient may contain Salmonella

Casey Laughman

December 21, 2016

Williams-Sonoma has announced a voluntary recall of limited quantities of Meyer Lemon Poppy Seed Quick Bread mix due to potential Salmonella contamination.

Cargill Invests in its Cocoa Supply Chain

Going for Gold(fish): Inside The Campbell’s Company’s $160M Cracker Plant Expansion

Ferrero to Acquire WK Kellogg Co for $3.1B

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