Food Engineering

JBS USA to Close Two Facilities

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:35:00 -0400

Closures of plants in Pennsylvania and Tennessee are expected to affect more than 1,600 employees.

Rychiger to Showcase End-of-Line Automation Solutions at Automate

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 16:10:00 -0400

Rychiger will demonstrate how manufacturers can create more efficient, connected production environments by integrating automation throughout the manufacturing process — from assembly to final packaging.

Contextual Data and Advanced Analytics Support OEE

Mon, 15 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

In an evolving manufacturing landscape, leaders are leveraging AI and advanced analytics to enhance efficiency and decision-making. Contextual data and real-time insights are driving innovation, allowing companies like Ruiz Foods and Kraft Heinz to unlock significant value and optimize operations.

Tyson Foods Names Wes Morris as COO

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 11:40:00 -0400

As COO, Morris will oversee the company’s business segments, including chicken, beef, pork, prepared foods and international.

Hangyo Ice Creams Opens Manufacturing Facility in India

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 11:18:00 -0400

With production capacity of 100,000 liters per day, the facility marks a new phase in Hangyo's growth story.

Cargill Invests €56M in Belgium Expansions

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 10:53:00 -0400

Cargill says the investment enhances its operational and research capabilities, as well as its ability to serve growing demand for edible oils, premium chocolate products and customer-led innovation.

Mars Snacking Names Kemal Cetin as Global Chief Digital and Information Officer

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:40:00 -0400

In this role, Cetin will be responsible for leading the company's digital, data and technology agenda to accelerate business growth.

Grupo Bimbo Reports 500,000 Hectares Under Regenerative Agriculture Practices

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:24:00 -0400

The company’s regenerative agriculture strategy is based on three core principles: improving soil health, strengthening biodiversity and ecosystems, and supporting farming communities in their transition toward more resilient practices.

E.A. Bonelli + Associates Names Aaron J. Abert as Plant Support Director

Wed, 10 Jun 2026 10:05:00 -0400

In this role, Abert will lead the development and direction of the company’s plant support division, strengthening a service area that has grown out of E.A. Bonelli + Associates’ aim to help clients improve, maintain and optimize facility performance.

CRISP POWER to Open $15M Production Facility

Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:52:00 -0400

The move marks a shift in CRISP POWER's U.S. expansion strategy, going from an import-based model to stateside production to meet accelerating consumer and retailer demand.

ROSS Showcases 42N-18 Ribbon Blender

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:40:00 -0400

A solid double ribbon agitator, powered by a 7.5 HP TEFC motor, delivers blending at speeds up to approximately 47 RPM with variable speed control down to 5 RPM.

Adam Debuts Sentinel Dynamic Inline Checkweigher

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 09:11:00 -0400

Intelligent filtering technology will monitor machine vibration and continuously adapt through AI model-based learning to ensure accuracy, even in tough conditions.

Cultured Meat Faces Old and New Obstacles

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

For cultured meats to succeed in the market, they will have to prove themselves cost-effective to produce, be as food-safe as their conventional counterparts and gain acceptance from consumers — though some states have already banned FDA-approved cultured meats.

Engineering Change: Discovering the Impact of Women Engineers in Food Manufacturing

Mon, 08 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Dharma Prime and Halak Mehta are inspiring examples of women thriving in STEM careers, particularly in engineering and food science. As they share their experiences and insights, they highlight the importance of diversity and support in these traditionally male-dominated fields.

FPSA, PMMI Unveil 2026 Processing State of the Industry Report

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 11:33:00 -0400

The organizations, which have long published parallel industry reports, have joined forces offer food manufacturers and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) an overview of market performance and a glimpse at what to expect going forward.

Vanguard Renewables Breaks Ground on Minnesota Anaerobic Digestion Facility

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 10:04:00 -0400

The facility will process more than 300 tons of food and beverage waste per day, providing regional manufacturers, retailers and distributors with a reliable way to divert material from landfills.

Lamb Weston to Close Production Facility in The Netherlands

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 09:33:00 -0400

The company says the move aims to align its global supply chain footprint with evolving market conditions.

PODCAST: Prioritizing Food Safety Over Audit Readiness

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

In a recent podcast, Bonna Cannon, president, owner and principal consultant of Bonnafide LLC, discusses how to prioritize true food safety over audit preparation, turning audit insights into operational improvements and building food safety into plant design.

Salas O’Brien Expands Partnership with Siemens

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:32:00 -0400

Through the alliance, Salas O'Brien and Siemens are collaborating to advance intelligent, energy-efficient and resilient buildings and campuses across the built environment.

GS1 Releases Guidance for EPR Packaging Requirements

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 10:15:00 -0400

Created for brands, retailers, associations and solution providers impacted by EPR laws, this guideline addresses a growing need for scalable, reliable packaging data management and demonstrates how GS1 Standards can be leveraged for EPR packaging reporting.

E Tech Group: Manufacturers Demand IT/OT Assessments

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 09:59:00 -0400

Over the past year, E Tech Group says it has experienced 400% growth in IT/OT assessment and remediation work as manufacturers increasingly evaluate whether existing manufacturing infrastructure can accommodate modernization, digital transformation and AI initiatives.

Sourcing Food-Safe Tubing Systems for Food and Beverage Operations

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Knowing how to find partners who can provide consistent, quality tubing that meets all regulatory requirements is essential for food manufacturing and supply chain professionals.

Your Biggest Losses Are Hiding in Data You Already Have

Thu, 04 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

Food and beverage plants often face hidden losses marked by discrepancies in yield, giveaway, and mass balance. While OEE measures capacity usage, it doesn’t provide insights into product quantity or waste, which can be revealed by analyzing quality data effectively.

Killer Brownie to Move to Expanded Facility

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:00:00 -0400

The bakery brand plans to unity its team under one roof as its nationwide growth accelerates.

SunOpta Invests $25M in Fruit Snack Line Expansion

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 10:27:00 -0400

SunOpta employs more than 260 people in Omak, Washington, where teams manufacture natural and organic fruit snacks that are sold through retail, club, foodservice and e-commerce channels.

Idaho Milk Products Opens $190M Ice Cream and Powder Blending Facility

Tue, 02 Jun 2026 10:22:00 -0400

The facility supports a range of production capabilities — from premium ice cream novelties to bulk formats and custom dairy formulations.

Tyson Foods Names Jeff Schomburger as President, CEO

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:36:00 -0400

During his decade on Tyson Foods’ Board of Directors, Schomburger has served on multiple committees, including Compensation, Audit, and Strategy and Acquisition, becoming chair of Strategy and Acquisition in 2021. He has served as lead independent director on the board since 2025.

IFF to Sell Food Ingredients Business to CVC Capital Partners

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 11:20:00 -0400

IFF says the transaction marks a significant step in its portfolio transformation and is expected to strengthen the company’s focus on its innovation-driven businesses: Taste, Scent, and Health & Biosciences.

Designing Hygienic Drainage to Control Listeria in RTE Facilities

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:21:00 -0400

While Listeria remains a consistent threat in the ready-to-eat (RTE) space, experience and recall data indicate that upgraded drainage can reduce key risk vectors and provide better tools for staff and management to identify and control hazards.

Are Women Engineers Paid the Same as Men?

Mon, 01 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400

In our annual Women in Engineering feature, we highlight inspiring stories of women like Halak Mehta and Dharma Prime. Despite progress, the pay gap persists, underscoring the need for ongoing efforts toward equality.