Articles by Casey Laughman

Industry News

Meat industry Hall of Fame announces 2018 class

Seven new inductees make up this year's honorees

August 28, 2018

The Board of Trustees of the Meat Industry Hall of Fame proudly announces seven new members will be inducted into the Hall as the Class of 2018. Approximately 40 industry titans were nominated this year, and the Class of 2018 was elected from those nominees by the Trustees and all the living Members of the Hall. Nominees included industry executives, scientists, innovators and association leaders from all sectors of the livestock, meatpacking and poultry processing industries.

Dry Processing Technology

How Western Foods manages moisture

Ingredient supplier optimizes quality, minimizes waste with moisture measurement system

Casey Laughman

August 20, 2018

Western Foods needed a better moisture management system to ensure that quality was up to par while also minimizing waste.

Recalls

Ginger treats recalled due to undeclared sulfites

Ginger slice packages were distributed nationwide

Casey Laughman

August 13, 2018

Country Favor Inc. has announced it is recalling its 7-ounce packages of “Best Taste Brand Snack Ginger Sliced” food treats because they contain undeclared sulfites.

Regulatory Watch

AMS clariﬁes honey packer obligations

Previous rule was deemed ambiguous

Casey Laughman

August 10, 2018

The USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) has clariﬁed its ﬁnal rule governing inspection and certiﬁcation of processed fruits, vegetables, and miscellaneous products regarding Country of Origin Labeling of Packed Honey.

Regulatory Watch

FDA proposes revisions to vending machine calorie declarations

Rule is intended to ease regulatory burdens

Casey Laughman

August 10, 2018

The FDA is proposing a revision to the type size labeling requirements for front of package (FOP) calorie declarations for packaged food sold in vending machines.

Food Safety

Hostess recalls brownies due to missing information on packaging

"Contains" statement does not list egg as an allergen

Casey Laughman

August 6, 2018

Hostess Brands, LLC has recalled packages of its Cookies 'n Crème Brownies that do not list egg as an allergen in the "Contains" statement.

Editor's Note

The challenges of hiring

Finding good employees is a constant challenge for companies small and large alike

Casey Laughman

August 6, 2018

We devote a lot of time—and money—to going through the hiring process, then we might end up having to repeat it.

Automation Series

How to get the most out of sensors

Processors can get more out of sensing technology than ever, but only if they do their due diligence.

Casey Laughman

August 1, 2018

Sensors can help ensure that automated processes are working correctly, provide feedback on production and improve quality control efforts. But food processors have to be sure that they understand what they need to do to get the most out of their sensing technology.

Innovation

DouxMatok, Südzucker announce sugar reduction technology partnership

Companies aim to reduce sugar in products without affecting taste

Casey Laughman

July 31, 2018

Südzucker, Europe's leading sugar company, has partnered with DouxMatok to reduce sugar content in food products without affecting taste.

Food Safety

FDA, CDC investigating cyclosporiasis outbreak

Outbreak believed to be linked to McDonald's salads

Casey Laughman

July 30, 2018

The FDA, CDC and state and local officials are investigating a multi-state outbreak of cyclosporiasis believed to be caused by salads from McDonald's.

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.

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.