Covid-19 Although there is no evidence that food or food packaging are significant routes of transmission for Covid-19, food businesses can take steps to reduce the risk of contamination, says Professor Phil Bremer, Dr Catherine McLeod, Dr. Joanne Kingsbury and Dr. Rob Lake. . Covid-19 has caused significant disruption in the food industry as companies […]
Month: December 2021
The Ministry of Agrifood Industries will hire Consultants, Young Professionals
The Ministry of Food Processing Industries has launched a call for applications to recruit consultants and young professionals for the “Prime Minister’s Food Processing Micro-Enterprise Formalization (PMFME) Scheme” on a contractual basis. The deadline for submitting applications is January 31. “The mission will initially be for two years. Based on the performance of the work, […]
Lulu Group to set up Rs500 crore food processing plant in Greater Noida
NEW DELHI : Middle East-based retail company Lulu Group on Wednesday announced the establishment of its export-oriented food and agricultural processing park in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, planned with an initial investment of ₹500 crore. On Wednesday, the order for the allocation of 20 acres of land was handed over to Lulu Group Chairman Yusuffali […]
Top 10 Most Read Pet Food Stories of 2021
KANSAS CITY, MO. — The general consensus among pet industry experts and market researchers is that pet ownership and purchase behaviors have been forever altered by the COVID-19 pandemic. Despite a dynamic and challenging supply chain environment, retail disruptions amid the acceleration of e-commerce and omnichannel options, tight labor markets and myriad other hurdles, the […]
Smart and sustainable food packaging keeps harmful microbes away
A team of scientists from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore) and Harvard TH Chan School of Public Health, USA, have developed a ‘smart’ food packaging material that is biodegradable, sustainable and kills microbes harmful to humans. It could also extend the shelf life of fresh fruit by two to three days. The airtight food […]
LULU Group to set up Rs 500 cr food processing park in Greater Noida
LULU Group, a leading retail and food processing group in the Middle East, plans to establish a 100% export-oriented food and agri-processing park in Greater Noida with a total investment of Rs 500 cr. The land allocation order for 20 acres was handed over to Lulu Group Chairman Yusuffali MA by Narendra Bhoosan, CEO of […]
Millions at risk because food packaging is still not clear and concise, experts warn
MILLIONS of Britons are at risk of serious health problems as many foods are still not labeled correctly, experts have warned. Clear and consistent food labeling is essential for the nearly five million people living with diabetes in the UK. 1 Food labeling is one of the primary ways people with diabetes regulate what they […]
Pet Palette will refresh its brand in 2022
SYKESVILLE, MD. – Effective January 3, premium pet product distributor Pet Palette will operate under a new name: Pet Palette Distribution. The company said the rebranding was intended to reflect the company’s growing presence and ambitious future in the pet industry. The new name also comes with a new logo and tagline, which reads, “On-trend. […]
Scientists develop biodegradable and antimicrobial food packaging
Scientists have developed a biodegradable food packaging material that kills microbes that contaminate food. The airtight packaging uses a type of corn protein called zein, along with starch and other natural compounds. A team of scientists from Nanyang Technological University, Singapore, and Harvard TH Chan School of Public Health, US developed the material. Continue reading […]
Percuro launches insect-based dog treats
HENLEY-IN-ARDEN, UK – Percuro Pet Food, a UK brand of insect-based dog food formulas, launched new dog treats made with insect protein on December 23. The treats, Snappies, are disc-shaped and designed to snap easily, allowing pet owners to feed the cookie whole at once or in portions during training. The formula is hypoallergenic and […]
Food price hikes ahead in 2022, according to food manufacturers
mm hum. Hmm. Okay. Three. Alright, alright, mm hmm. Hmm. To the right. Mhm, wow, of course. Alright, so mhm. Food Manufacturers Announce Price Hikes in Grocery Stores Updated: 2:22 PM EST December 28, 2021 Prepare to pay even more at the grocery store next year. Many food manufacturers have said they plan to raise […]
MamaMancini’s Announces Acquisition of Two Leading Gourmet Food Manufacturers
EAST RUTHERFORD, NJ — Mama Mancini’s Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: MMMB), a distributor of pre-prepared, frozen and chilled specialty food products, today announced that it has signed definitive agreements for two acquisitions: T&L Creative Salads, Inc. (“T&L”) and Olive Branch, LLC, which are leading New York-based gourmet food-related manufacturers. Closing is expected to occur on or […]
MamaMancini’s acquires gourmet food makers T&L, Olive Branch for $ 14 million
Mamamancini’s Holdings Inc (NASDAQ: MMMB) signed definitive agreements for two acquisitions, T&L Creative Salads Inc and Olive Branch LLC, leading New York-based gourmet food manufacturers, for a combined purchase price of $ 14 million. The purchase price includes $ 11 million in cash at closing and $ 3 million in a four-year note to T&L […]
Junk food wrappers should come with cigarette-like health warnings, researchers say
Burgers and fries (PA archive) Junk food should carry cigarette-style warnings on packaging reduce obesityaccording to scientists. Researchers at British medical journal said the public was “in the dark” about threats from junk food like cookies, ready meals, crisps and soft drinks. This is due to decades of intensive marketing and a “shamelessly” positive image […]
Palmerston North food technology graduate Mario Wang is looking for a job
Mario Wang introduces himself to potential employers. Video / Judith Lacy Mario Wang loves to tinker in the kitchen and he hopes that this passion will allow him to find the job of his dreams. The 26-year-old is looking for a job in food innovation or product development. He works as a laboratory assistant at […]
Sustainable food packaging maker to expand and create 120 jobs in Nevada
Welcome to Thomas Insights – every day we post the latest news and analysis to keep our readers up to date with what’s happening in the industry. Sign up here to get the day’s top stories straight to your inbox. A manufacturer of sustainable food packaging plans to establish a new production facility near Las […]
Rising food manufacturer supply chain R&D – data
Warehouse in Gurugram, Haryana, India; September 29, 2019 (Credit: PradeepGaurs / Shutterstock.com) Supply chain and logistics research and innovation in the food manufacturing sector is on the rise. The most recent figures show that the number of patent applications focused on supply chain and logistics in the industry stood at 11 in the three months […]
Fully exploiting the PLI, investing in the food industry: PM Modi to industry
In an interaction with industry leaders in all sectors ahead of the budget, Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged key leaders to take full advantage of the government’s Production Incentive (PLI) program and invest more in the agriculture and food processing sectors. Industry leaders, for their part, suggested contributions and suggestions ahead of the budget. Emphasizing […]
“EU reform to protect consumers is urgently needed”
Consumers are concerned about the safety of food packaging materials. According to Eurobarometer data, 86% of consumers are either worried or very worried about chemicals used in food packaging, with four in five voicing concerns about chemicals in everyday products. The European Consumers Organization (BEUC) challenges current EU food packaging legislation. Intended to “protect” the […]
Food packaging machinery market statistics based on facts and figures, from 2022 to 2031
Pune, Maharashtra, India, December 20 2021 (Wiredrelease) Prudour Pvt. Ltd-:Sales scenario of food packaging machinery market | Better business growth, a one-stop guide to business growth in 2021 The economics of the food packaging machinery market have improved over the past few years. There have been more entrants and technological advancements, as well as an […]
Food Tech Careers: Entrance Exams, Eligibility, and Job Outlook
Summary Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics or Biology are required subjects in Class XII to pursue Food Technology BTech and MTech courses are available after passing national and state entrance exams Are you a foodie who is also passionate about technology? Then you can savor your passion for both by opting for a career in food […]
The CFTRI offers excellence scholarships to master’s students (food technology)
Food scientists On Thursday, a ceremony took place at CFTRI (Central Institute for Food Technological Research) to Mysuru to award the Kerry Scholarship to students who obtained the best results in the entrance tests of the MSc (Food Technology) class of 2021-23. Riya Saini, Krishna Kumar Upadhyay, and Valcea Perle D’Cunha received the scholarships, according […]
How can food manufacturers save money and the planet?
The cost of basic commodities including utilities continues to skyrocket, food inflation skyrockets, squeezing margins and affecting all areas of finance and operations and the situation is expected to continue until 2022 . As a result, food and beverage manufacturers are under great pressure to save money. The focus on reducing the impact of the […]
New tools support cultured meat development Labmate Online
What is cultured meat? Cultured meat, also known as synthetic, artificial, or in vitro meat, is created by harvesting animal cells which are then placed in a bioreactor and fed with nutrients to promote tissue growth. The driving force behind this rapidly expanding field of food technology is that the production of cultured meat requires […]
Syntegon develops paper-based food packaging
As part of an EIT-funded project, Syntegon has developed paper trays and cups for sensitive food products. Together with partners from industry and research, namely the Fraunhofer Institute for Process Engineering and Packaging in Dresden, the Colruyt Group, the Strauss Group and the University of Reading, Syntegon is implementing implements the EIT project “PACK4SENSE” (paper […]
Excellence scholarships for MSc (Food Technology) students at CFTRI
A reception was held at CFTRI in Mysuru on Thursday to distribute the Kerry scholarship to students achieving the highest marks in her MSc (Food Technology) entrance exams for the 2021-23 class. A statement from CFTRI said the scholarships were awarded by Riya Saini, Krishna Kumar Upadhyay and Valcea Pearl D’Cunha. The Merit Scholarships were […]
Better identification of sesame in food packaging is needed to avoid anaphylaxis
ARLINGTON HEIGHTS, IL – In 2021, the United States Congress passed the Food Allergy Safety, Treatment, Education, & Research Act which, among other things, added sesame to the list of allergens required to be included on food labels. by 2023. A new study in Annals of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, the scientific journal of the […]
Food processing with Hyvee
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Ahlstrom-Munksjö Appoints EVP Food Packaging & Technical Solutions – Nonwovens Industry Magazine
Ahlstrom-Munksjö has appointed Mark Ushpol as Executive Vice President of the Food Packaging & Technical Solutions business area and member of the Group Leadership Team effective January 1, 2022. Ushpol has over 20 years of experience in the paper and packaging industry and was most recently general manager of DS Smith North America Packaging. Previously, […]
Prime Minister to hold virtual meeting on agribusiness processing ahead of Gujarat summit
Prime Minister Narendra Modi will virtually address an agro and food processing summit in Gujarat on its final day on December 16. The summit will be held at the campus of Anand Agricultural University from December 14-16 as part of the events ahead of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2022, officials announced […]
Prime Minister Narendra Modi to Address Agro and Food Processing Summit on December 16 | India News
Ahmedabad: Prime Minister Narendra Modi will virtually address an agro and food processing summit in Gujarat on its final day on December 16. The summit will be held at the campus of Anand Agricultural University from December 14-16 as part of the events ahead of the Vibrant Gujarat Global Summit 2022, officials announced on Sunday. […]
Food Technology Lab inaugurated at GITAM
Hyderabad: A food science lab was recently started at GITAM School of Science with the execution of various products organized by the food science and technology students. Professor Karunakar B, Director, GITAM Hyderabad Business School inaugurated the laboratory in the presence of DVVSR Varma, Resident Director, Sridhar P, Founding Director, Kautilya School of Public Policy. […]
India’s food processing sector hit SR 2.24 lakh crore
Gross value added in the food processing sector has risen from Rs 1.34 lakh crore to Rs 2.24 lakh crore over the past five years, State Minister for Food Processing Prahlad Singh said on Friday. patel. The food processing sector grew at a compound growth rate of 10.8% from 2014-15 to 2019-20, the minister said […]
State funding obtained, Ayden prepares for food processing plant | Local News
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How can food manufacturers benefit from sustainable products?
He said the impact of labeling food as sustainable was “incredible” and purchasing decisions were influenced by millennials and millennials who were “hungry.” HowGood, a SaaS data platform with the world’s largest product sustainability database, works with leading companies including Danone. It has just announced the integration of the EU Nutri-Score and French Eco-Score labeling […]
New isotonic drinks for animals designed to promote good hydration
NEW YORK – DoggyRade and KittyRade have entered the pet nutrition market just as pet owners are increasingly aware of the importance of hydration. Both brands of pet drinks are designed to be low-calorie, energy-boosting and rehydrating solutions for dogs and cats. Both products are isotonic drinks, that is, they are naturally purified by reverse […]
PLI regime in the food industry: Parle Products expects 20-25% growth in exports
Biscuit leader Parle Products expects 20-25% growth in exports thanks to the government’s Production Linked Incentives (PLI) program in the food processing sector, for which it has received approval, according to a senior company official. The company, which exports its products to more than 100 countries worldwide, believes that the PLI program will help it […]
Achieve Water Authority compliance with automated wastewater treatment for food processing
Summary Automated wastewater treatment systems can help food processors stay in compliance with EPA and local standards, while dramatically reducing treatment, labor and disposal costs. Achieve Water Authority compliance with automated wastewater treatment for food processing Food processors in the United States must adhere to EPA wastewater effluent requirements as well as National Pollutant Discharge […]
POV: Are phthalates and other chemicals used in food packaging threatening your health, as recent headlines claim? here comes the science
“Ssynthetic chemical in consumer products linked to premature death, study finds. “People with the highest levels of phthalates had a greater risk of death from any cause, especially cardiovascular mortality, according to a published study [October 20] in a peer-reviewed journal. Let’s take a look behind the headlines, at the study itself, to see what […]
Packaging shortages will impact food manufacturers through 2022
Packaging shortages are fueling persistent fluctuations in pre-holiday food and drink availability as many manufacturers source materials from overseas – and there is no clear end in sight. “Supply chain disruptions continue to affect the food and packaging industry, with limited supplies of packaging materials, mainly glass, containerboard, cardboard and aluminum.” , Neil Coole, Food […]
Amazon reduces waste with recyclable insulated food packaging
Amazon has developed a new, more sustainable form of insulated food packaging that is not only made from recycled paper, but also easily recyclable. The packaging keeps online grocery orders within a safe temperature range throughout the cold chain. There is a great need for a sustainable and viable packaging solution. Online grocery sales increased […]
College Station senior follows the passion of food processing | Local news
Stormie Sigler, senior at College Station High School, credits both her education on land with cattle and her high school classes for her interest in raising awareness of the agricultural industry. JENNY TWITCHELL eagle special Stormie Sigler, senior at College Station High School, has always loved farming, but food science classes have sent her in […]
Scoular opens pet food ingredients plant in Idaho
JEROME, IDAHO – Scoular cut the ribbon at its Emerge ™ plant, where it will produce concentrated barley protein for use in pet food and aquaculture feed on December 7th. animal feed ingredients. “Idaho is the largest barley producing state in the United States, with 37% of the national harvest in 2021,” said Laura Wilder, […]
Top 10 Food Packaging Items of 2021
To use a common analogy, is the global food packaging plate half full or half empty? According to a report published last month,The market is expected to grow from $ 338.34 billion in 2021 to $ 478.18 billion in 2028, a healthy CAGR of 5.1%. According to another report published this week by Technavio, the […]
The PLI program in food processing will go a long way in creating large-scale capacity: FMCG cos
FMCG majors Nestle India, Parle, Dabur and Britannia said on Tuesday that the PLI program in food processing will go a long way in building capacity at scale, building big Indian brands in international markets in addition to helping farmers here. in the country. With government approval of their applications for the Production Linked Incentive […]
60 cos gain approval under PLI scheme for food processing
NEW DELHI : Several large packaged food companies have been approved under the government’s Production Linked Incentive (PLI) scheme for the food processing industry. A total of 60 companies that applied to invest in categories such as ready-to-eat, fruit and vegetables, seafood and mozzarella cheese were approved. Companies include Britannia Industries Ltd, Haldiram Snacks Pvt. […]
Artisanal chocolate factory opened in Haslingden by former food technology professor
A former professor of food technology has opened an artisanal chocolate factory. Lynne Berbatiotis opened The Cocoa Boutique, which offers a variety of handmade Belgian chocolates, sweets and locally produced coffee, in Haslingden, Rossendale, Lancashire last month. The chocolates are all produced on site in the boutique’s custom-equipped kitchen located at 121 Broadway. A chocolate […]
Heat and Control founder turns 100
HAYWARD, CA. – On June 1, the Heat and Control family celebrated the 100th birthday of its founder Andy Caridis. Caridis began his engineering career in the early 1950s and launched Heat and Control in San Francisco alongside four other engineers when he was 30 years old. He is credited with having developed or supervised […]
The role of innovative ingredients and food technology in achieving F2F goals – EURACTIV.com
With the launch of the Farm to Fork (F2F) strategy, EU policy makers have put the need to move towards healthier and more sustainable food systems firmly on the agenda. To achieve the ambitious goals of F2F, it is important to focus not only on the “farm” and “fork” ends of the equation, but also […]
Three-Phase Power to Boost Food Processing Sector in Andhra Pradesh | Amaravati News
AMARAVATI: In a big push for industrial development in rural areas, power distribution companies have started erecting three-phase power lines in villages. All villages with more than 5,000 inhabitants will receive three-phase power lines in the first phase. Industrial units in the food processing sector would be prioritized as they will offer decent remunerative prices […]
LogoJET’s New Food Safety Printers Bring Personalization to Large-Scale Food Manufacturers – Spanning Printing Inks, Coatings and Allied Industries
Printers can print directly onto cakes, cookies, candies, bread, tortillas – even small marshmallows, according to Lon Riley, COO of LogoJET. Anthony Locicero, Deputy Editor-in-Chief04.12.21 LogoJET recently launched two food safe printers – the FSR30 and the FSR90. The company had beta-tested the printers – built on the same industrial platform as its UV printer […]
Food manufacturers call for SRP adjustments as demand increases
PHOTO BERNARD HERMANT The Department of Trade Industry (DTI) is to set new suggested retail prices (SRPs) for basic necessities to reflect increased consumer demand, food makers have said. In a statement on Friday, the Philippine Chamber of Food Manufacturers Inc. (PCFMI) said: “The last publication of the SRP bulletin was in September 2019. As […]
FDI in food processing sector down 54% to Rs 2,934 crore in last fiscal year
Foreign direct investment (FDI) in the food processing sector fell by 54 percent to Rs 2,934.12 crore in 2020-21 from a year earlier, the government said on Friday. In a written response to the Rajya Sabha, Minister of State for Food Processing Industries Prahlad Singh Patel informed that FDI in food processing sector amounted to […]
Food Manufacturers Call for SRP Adjustments as Demand Grows
PHOTO BY BERNARD HERMANT The Commerce Industry Department (DTI) is to set new suggested retail prices (SRP) for basic necessities to reflect increased consumer demand, the food manufacturers said. In a statement released Friday, the Philippine Chamber of Food Manufacturers Inc. (PCFMI) said, “The last release of the SRP bulletin was in September 2019. As […]
Hunter Students Complete Final Higher School Certificate Course: Food Technology | Newcastle Herald
newsletters, selection list of editors, HUNTER students relished completing the graduate certificate, with Friday’s food technology paper the last course on a menu of 110 written exams. St Francis Xavier’s College Hamilton students Francesca Moretti and Grace Hewitt, both 18, were among 3,756 New South Wales students to take the 175-minute test, which ended a […]
Food tech start-up launches no-deposit sugar substitute
TEL AVIV, ISRAEL—Food tech start-up BT Sweet (Better Than Sweet) Ltd. launches Cambya, a plant-based sugar substitute. The Cambya Sweetening Platform was created to reduce sugar in a wide range of food and beverage applications without compromising flavor or other organoleptic qualities. It provides optimal sweetening ability without the need for masking agents and leaves […]
More Food Manufacturers Are Adopting Industry 4.0 Through Made Smarter
The program helps businesses increase their productivity and growth using digital tools. Small and medium-sized manufacturers across industries have secured £ 4.6million in matching funding for 241 projects, worth £ 16million after private sector investment. The government-funded, industry-led initiative said the 200-company milestone was reached in part through the engagement of food and beverage manufacturers. […]
Signature of a memorandum of understanding to give a boost to the agri-food industry
National Institute of Food Technology, Entrepreneurship and Management (NIFTEM) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Thanjavur Chamber of Commerce and Industry to promote collaboration, engagement and interaction in areas mutually beneficial food processing industry. The main objective would be to promote new and innovative business ideas in the field of food processing among ICC […]
Faculty Positions in Chemical Engineering and Food Technology at SINGAPORE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY (SIT)
Chemical Engineering and Food Technology OPENING OF FACULTIES AT THE SINGAPORE INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY The Singapore Institute of Technology (SIT) is the fifth autonomous university in Singapore and was founded with the vision of leading innovative university education by integrating learning, industry and community. SIT takes an applied learning approach and offers degrees focused on […]
Plastic food packaging gets a bad rap, but does it still deserve it?
Through James wong DigiPub / Getty Images Social media can be a powerful force for positive change, especially when it comes to environmental issues. A seemingly perfect example is the drive to stem the tide of single-use plastic, especially when it comes to food packaging. Huge campaigns – including organized groups going down to supermarkets […]
How well should food packaging be sealed? | The heart of the farm is the family
“Easy to open,” promised the plastic packet I had retrieved from the refrigerator. I carefully separated the front and back corners marked “easy open” from the sturdy wrapper which contained sausages, meant to be part of lunch. Chopped up and slipped into my slow cooker, along with potatoes, carrots and onions, the spicy sausage and […]