Since the invention of the cardboard box in England in the 19th century, the design of box packaging has evolved considerably. Although compact and sturdy, they are still a hit with today’s consumers, and chances are some of your favorite products come in these containers. Plus, with its square and uniform shape, the boxed packaging […]
Smart food packaging has the potential to advance the field of food science, providing materials with unique properties that surpass conventional packaging. Write in the journal Polymersa team of scientists from Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia and Tunku Abdul Rahman University College presented research on the development of starch/polyaniline biopolymer packaging with smart colorimetric ammonia sensors. Study: […]
Director General of Health Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah speaks during a press conference in Putrajaya on January 19, 2021. – Image by Miera Zulyana KUALA LUMPUR, March 14 – Chief Health Officer Tan Sri Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah has advised food industry players to comply with the Food Act 1983 and Food (Amendment) […]
More than 60% of pet owners in five countries said they would be willing to pay more for a pet food product in more environmentally friendly packaging. This is according to a survey conducted by yummypetsa France-based social community for animal lovers, earlier this year. At the same time, packaging professionals around the world reported […]
Marvell Foods is working to combat the complications of food inflation in 2022 by providing food industry players with competitive options while delivering significantly less expensive food alternatives to U.S. consumers hardest hit by the pandemic and COVID-19 pandemic. persistent economic crisis. Press release – February 28, 2022 10:10 a.m. EST DELRAY BEACH, Fla., Feb. […]
Innovation is evolution and managing a food system while navigating a myriad of changes requires ongoing attention and dialogue. Indeed, innovation is alive and well in the sustainable food industry and, in its many forms, will be on display at Natural Products Expo West. Here, New Hope Network’s Director of Market Integrity, Shelley Sapsin, explains […]
Credit: Blue Planet Studio/Shutterstock The proportion of food manufacturers hiring for AI-related roles rose significantly in January compared to the equivalent month last year, according to a new analysis of employment trends by GlobalData. The UK-based research group said 35.8% of companies included in its analysis were hiring for at least one such role in […]
Posted on February 16, 2022 The Food and Drink Federation (FDF) has warned that it is becoming “increasingly difficult” for food companies to stay competitive in the face of rising costs due to inflation, labor shortages and to government regulations. The price of food and non-alcoholic beverages rose 4.3% over the past year, the largest […]
There is strong pressure for food and beverage manufacturers to become more sustainable and achieve net zero carbon emissions and Food manufacturingexplore’s latest digital feature some of the initiatives underway. Harper Adams’ team – senior lecturer Simon Thelwell, Dr Karim Farag and Dr Richard Byrne – draw on two case studies – the Shropshire-based family […]
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to challenge conventional wisdom and economic norms surrounding the American food industry. Prior to the pandemic, most food industry analysts believed that rising input costs typically lead to reduced profitability for food manufacturers before offsetting price increases could possibly take effect. But the unique circumstances of the pandemic have led to […]
DENVER, Feb. 10 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The COVID-19 pandemic continues to challenge conventional wisdom and economic norms surrounding the American food industry. Prior to the pandemic, most food industry analysts believed that rising input costs typically lead to reduced profitability for food manufacturers before offsetting price increases could possibly take effect. But the unique […]
DENVER, Feb. 10 28, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — The COVID-19 pandemic continues to challenge conventional wisdom and economic norms surrounding the U.S. food industry. Prior to the pandemic, most food industry analysts believed that rising input costs typically lead to reduced profitability for food manufacturers before offsetting price increases could possibly take effect. But the […]
References to supply chain and logistics in filings by food manufacturers were more than two-thirds higher in the year to September 2021 than in 2016, according to newly released analysis from GlobalData. In the 12 months from October 2020 to September 2021, there was a 68% increase in the frequency the topic was mentioned by […]
Food processors in the United States must meet waste water effluent requirements for the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as well as National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permits ( NPDES) and state or local regulations. Under the Clean Water Act, the EPA has identified 65 pollutants and classes of pollutants as “toxic pollutants,” of which 126 […]
Last week, the future food industry was abuzz with news that China had listed cell-cultured meat and other future food technologies in its five-year plan. According to Matt Spence, former deputy assistant secretary of defense for Middle East policy during the Obama administration, this type of decision should not be so surprising given the importance […]
Today marks the Lunar New Year festival, better known in Chinese as Chunjie, or Spring Festival. And, despite all the Covid-related and supply chain challenges faced by the country’s packaged food makers, it should still be an exceptional time. Traditionally, the Chinese divide the year into 24 two-week seasons. The first season is called lichun […]
JCMR has recently released a new study in its database which highlights the in-depth analysis of the market with the future prospects of Food irradiation market. The study covers important data that makes the research document a handy resource for managers, industry executives and other key people who get a ready-to-access, self-analyzed study and charts […]
Saputo sign on building in Woodbridge, Ontario, Canada; October 8, 2020 (Credit: JHVEPhoto / Shutterstock.com) Food manufacturers’ public references to cloud computing are growing, according to GlobalData’s analysis of public company documents. The number of times the technology was mentioned increased by 62% in the third quarter of 2021 compared to the corresponding period a […]
Foreign direct investment (FDI) in the agribusiness industry increased by 86% from April to September in FY22, reaching $410.62 million, compared to $220.42 million in FY22. corresponding period of the previous year. The figure for the first six months of the year is up 4.3% from the 2020-21 total figure of $393.4 million, according to […]
the Food packaging robotics market The report is a perfect foundation for people looking for in-depth study and analysis of the Food Packaging Robotics Market. This report contains various studies and information to help you understand your niche and focus on key marketing channels in the regional and global Food Packaging Robotics market. Understand the […]
The number of patents related to the environmental, social and governance (ESG) concept filed and granted by food manufacturers has decreased, according to a new analysis. The latest figures show that the number of ESG patent applications in the industry rose to 25 in the three months to November, up from 43 in the same […]
ATLANA, GA.—On January 25, the American Feed Industry Association (AFIA) honored George Fahey, Ph.D., and Dennis Jewell, Ph.D., with the 2022 Friend of Pet Food Award at its conference on pet food in collaboration with the International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE). The award recognizes individuals who have made a significant contribution to the growth […]
Reading time:2 minutes, 31 seconds The global pet food processing market is expected to grow from USD 8.4 billion in 2018 to USD 11.3 billion by 2025, at a CAGR of 2.6% from 2018 to 2025. Pet food processing is one of the fastest growing market segments in the global food and beverage industry. The […]
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Canada’s food makers are cutting capacity and focusing on key products as they face labor shortages and supply chain bottlenecks that show no signs of appeasement. Shipping backlogs, delays in obtaining packaging and ingredients, and high worker absenteeism due to COVID-19 isolation protocols are interfering with the availability of some products, experts say. The situation […]
A section of empty shelves are seen at a Walmart store in Teterboro, NJ, Wednesday, Jan. 12, 2022. THE CANADIAN PRESS/AP-Seth Wenig Canada’s food makers are cutting capacity and focusing on key products as they face labor shortages and supply chain bottlenecks that show no signs of appeasement. Shipping backlogs, delays in obtaining packaging and […]
Canada’s food makers are cutting capacity and focusing on key products as they face labor shortages and supply chain bottlenecks that show no signs of appeasement. Shipping backlogs, delays in obtaining packaging and ingredients, and high worker absenteeism due to COVID-19 isolation protocols are interfering with the availability of some products, experts say. The situation […]
The latest development, including essential oils for coating food products and their effects on shelf life, has been reviewed by researchers in Applied food research. To study: A comprehensive review of the application of essential oils as bioactive compounds in edible nano-emulsion based fruit and vegetable coatings. Image Credit: Goncharov_Artem/Shutterstock.com The demand for fresh fruits […]
NEW YORK, January 11, 2022 / PRNewswire / – 5W Public Relations, one of the largest independent public relations firms in the United States, today announced the establishment of a food industry PR technology division. As an extension of technology practice, this new specialty division serves clients in the rapidly growing food technology field, encompassing […]
Richmond-based Icicle Technologies Inc. kicked off the new year by earning international recognition. Even though it was over 10 years ago, Richmond resident Steven Burton still remembers the first time he walked into a food processor’s office, filled to the ceiling with papers. “I was like, ‘What’s all this paper for? This is crazy.’ They […]
ATLANTA, GEORGIA, USA – The International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) returns to an in-person event in January with a power program that will focus on regulatory changes and provide industry insights for 2022. Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the 2021 event was virtual only. The 2022 in-person event will take place January 25-27 at […]
A team of researchers from Harvard University and Nanyang Technological University (NTU) in Singapore have developed a smart food packaging material that is biodegradable, durable and kills microbes harmful to humans. It could also extend the shelf life of fresh fruit by two or three days. The material takes the form of a transparent film. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
The 120-page food packaging market report has been segmented by product (flexible plastic, rigid plastic, glass, metal, and others) and geography (APAC, Europe, North America, South America, and MEA). NEW YORK, December 8, 2021 / PRNewswire / – The food packaging market will face volatility in commodity prices during the forecast period. Unstable commodity prices […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Growing demand for pet food and branding and premiumization of pet food are key growth drivers. MARKET OVERVIEW Packaging plays a vital role in the growth of the pet food industry, especially premium products. New York, Nov. 30, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Reportlinker.com Announces Release of “GLOBAL PET FOOD PACKAGING MARKET FORECAST 2021-2028” Report – […]
Artificial intelligence research and innovation in the food manufacturing sector is on the rise. The most recent figures show that the number of AI patent applications in the industry stood at 17 in the three months ending September, up from 11 in the same period last year. The numbers for AI-related patent grants have followed […]
With the expansion of the food industry, this sector offers a variety of sustainable employment positions. With land and water being finite resources, agriculture tends to face restrictions in food production. Therefore, biotechnology is used to improve both production and nutritional quality. Food technology, which involved biotechnology and plant food engineering, is a scientific stream […]
Plastic waste is a global concern. Only 31% of all plastic waste is currently recycled. And each year, eight million tonnes – representing 3% of the world’s annual plastic waste – enter the oceans. At the same time, a third of all food produced for human consumption in the world results in food waste or […]
PORTAGE LA PRAIRIE, MANITOBA – Roquette celebrated the opening of a new pea protein plant in Portage la Prairie on November 17th. Covering 200,000 square feet, the facility is the largest pea protein plant in the world, according to Roquette, which supplies the Nutralys Pea Protein brand. The plant has the capacity to process 125,000 […]
With a $ 205 million expansion project in the Township of Holland Charter, a frozen food producer Request Aliments Inc. is essentially doubling down on its commitment to the region where it started over three decades earlier. The split of Bil Mar Foods in 1988 after the sale of this company to Sara Lee Corp., […]
(Credit: Unsplash) This article is brought to you through The European Sting’s collaboration with the World Economic Forum. Author: Lars Holmquist, Executive Vice President, Sustainability and Communications, Tetra Pak The world currently wastes a third of all food produced. The food processing and packaging industry can help transform food systems. Food packaging can take many […]
A Bath biotech company has secured funding to develop compostable algae-based food packaging with the aim of reducing the use of single-use plastics. Kelpi, who is collaborating with the University of Bath on the project, has received private and public investment to expand work on its bioplastic technology, which the start-up says is both safe […]
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Mother Nature’s gaze Well-beingJoyLife If you think that the supply chain dysfunction over the past few months is what has weighed on your ability to receive online orders on time or run your business effectively, you haven’t paid close attention to Mother Nature. She is certainly getting older and becoming much more violent. We are […]
October 28, 2021Updated: October 30, 2021 12:54 p.m. A Canadian food packaging company has signed a seven-year lease for this building at 14 Beaver Road in Branford and will turn it into a production facility next year. Luther Turmelle / Hearst Connecticut Media BRANFORD — A Canadian company that makes molded plastic containers for the […]
Ludhiana, October 29 The Food Industry and Handicrafts Fair kicked off at the Punjab Agricultural University (PAU) here today. Food industry experts as well as business interns, experts and successful entrepreneurs in the field are participating in the show which is being held virtually. Many farmers and rural youth, as well as businessmen from small […]
Video games and simulations have been used in the food industry for several years as training tools. Over the past decade, academics have studied the potential of games to improve occupational safety and product safety in food production operations. While there is no doubt that gamification can be an important educational tool, many of us […]
With federal money in sight, the region-wide collaboration is moving quickly – and Barry County committed on Tuesday. During their committee-wide meeting, the commissioners approved a letter of support for the West Michigan Agricultural Technology and Regional Food Systems Initiative. This initiative is led by Erin Kuhn, Executive Director of the West Michigan Shoreline Regional […]
In a perfect mommy world, we would all prepare healthy, delicious, organic foods for our babies every day. But for many of us moms, that’s just not possible. Thus, packaged baby food becomes an important part of our life for months or even years. No judgment here. We all want to do our best to […]
(CNN) – The United States Food and Drug Administration said on Wednesday it would be lower sodium goals in processed, packaged and prepared foods, but not at levels recommended to reduce the risk of heart attack and stroke. The guidelines issued by the FDA relate to voluntary targets for foods produced by food manufacturers, restaurants […]
KARACHI: Food manufacturers plan to pass on rising costs to consumers to maintain margins, which would result in a 10% price hike in FY22. AKD Securities Ltd organized a conference on the manufacture of listed food products in Pakistan, which was attended by the main local food manufacturers. Companies at the event said they needed […]
MANHATTAN, KA. — Elanco Animal Health Incorporated entered into a five-year strategic partnership with Kansas State University, selecting the university as its lead veterinary partner. The partnership will focus on collaborative research and the development and licensing of intellectual property for use in commercial animal health initiatives. Specifically, Elanco and Kansas State researchers will focus […]
Pet Food Packaging Market was valued at USD 9.92 Billion in 2020 and is projected to reach a value of USD 13.78 Billion by 2026 and grow at a CAGR of 6.79% over the period forecast (2021-2026). The pet food packaging market is gaining momentum owing to the growing adoption of a pet as a […]
Technology and food may seem like an unlikely combination. But the benefits of pairing the two may surprise you. Advances in health, the variety of products available, and sustainability are gaining momentum as science and food intersect. Similar to how your tastes and food preferences change throughout your life. The same goes for the systems […]
(Image by ElasticComputeFarm from Pixabay) the United Nations Environment Program Food Waste Index found that more than 900 million tonnes of food is thrown away each year, with household food waste accounting for 60% of this total. Responsible for 24% of greenhouse gas emissions, the the global food system is one of the biggest contributors […]
Fire safety is essential in manufacturing. This is especially true in the food industry. As food is processed and packaged, there are many opportunities for fires to break out. In order to minimize the loss of property, inventory and life, basic security measures should be adopted. A comprehensive fire safety response should include risk assessments, […]
HIGHLAND, SICK. — Trouw Nutrition, a leading supplier of premixes and ingredients to the pet nutrition industry, officially opened the expansion of its pilot facility in Highland on May 5. The company invested $12.1 million to expand the current factory from 8,100 square feet to 32,052 square feet. The expansion is Trouw’s first step towards […]
DMN-Westinghouse presents a new rotary valve for the food industry intended for the dosing of dry products and ingredients. With the new MZC-II rotary valve, DMN-Westinghouse sets a new standard in terms of functionality, hygiene, safety and maintenance. The company introduced the current MZC rotary valve 25 years ago, which has played an important role […]
WASHINGTON, DC – The Pet Food Institute (PFI) submitted public comments to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) on June 21, detailing the supply chain constraints faced by pet food and treat manufacturers for pets, including those exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic. The White House issued a Executive Order (14017: American Supply Chains) on […]
Glass and aluminum have gained preference. When it comes to food packaging, we all want to make sure it’s 100% safe and doesn’t affect the quality of the products stored inside. While traditionally food was often packaged in tin containers, people today tend to turn to other safer and more durable options. Lately, expert opinion […]
Program For a detailed program (in Dutch and French) click here Organization and scientific committee Dr M. Abdelmassih, UCL Prof. A. Aertsen, KULeuvenDr N. Botteldoorn, DGZ J. Claeys, ILVOPr G. Daube, ULiège Pr V. Delcenserie, ULiègeTeacher. F. Devlieghere, UGent Dr. ir. K. De Reu, ILVOProf. L. De Zutter Dr. K. Dierick, SciensanoDr K. Feys, FAVV-AFSCA […]
Health, environmental and consumer activists have collectively called on the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to ban all polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) or “permanent chemicals” from food and food packaging. Forever called chemicals because these compounds, often found in plastic items, do not break down, there is a growing movement to challenge the food industry in […]
Plastic packaging used to protect food contributes significantly to the growing amount of plastic pollution around the world. Most cheeses, meats, and even fruits and vegetables are wrapped in plastic packaging, not to mention all the other things in a grocery store like crackers, cookies, candies, etc. This method is hygienic, protecting the food on […]
Oatly’s rise to fame and fortune is one of the greatest feats of entrepreneurship the food industry has ever seen. This week’s IPO valued the company at $10 billion – in the same league as Impossible Foods and Beyond Meat. Not bad for a milk substitute. It is not an overnight success. Oatly was founded […]
I get a lot of flack from manufacturers when I suggest a rotational feed to my customers. I get it, manufacturers want consumers to be brand loyal. But that’s exactly what I want to avoid. I think it’s best for dogs to be on a rotational diet, but from a business perspective, encouraging my clients […]
Food serialization allows manufacturers as well as retailers and consumers to seamlessly track products: from origin to logistics to point of sale. Jörg Willburger, Product Manager Track and Trace at Syntegon Technology, is convinced that traceability is a top priority for the food industry. More and more countries are announcing the introduction of stricter regulations […]
Energy use has increased around the world, especially with everyone isolated due to COVID-19. This translates into higher costs in most industries. The Energy Information Agency (EIA) expects Electricity consumption in the United States will increase by 2.1% This year. Coupled with the growing adoption of renewable energy and green initiatives, it makes sense to […]
Mary Davidson Earle, born Cameron. OBE, engineer, doctor of science, philanthropist. Born October 20, 1929 in Banavie, Fort William, Scotland. Died April 18, 2021 in Palmerston North. Mary Earle, one of New Zealand’s most successful and honored women, academic, engineer, pioneering food technologist and honorary Doctor of Science, is remembered as a feisty Scot with […]
Dubai’s Food Technology Valley will house four main clusters that will help promote food safety, as well as strengthen research and development facilities in the emirate. Dubai – Emirates’ latest initiative will help attract global brands in agriculture and food and promote food safety By Muzaffar Rizvi Published: Sat, May 1, 2021, 8:39 PM Last […]
The application of IoT, augmented reality, artificial intelligence (AI) and autonomous robots are just some of the cutting-edge technologies that food manufacturers in Singapore are expected to adopt in the coming years. to align with the new Digital Food Manufacturing Plan (IDP) launched last Thursday. . Deployed by Singapore Company (ESG) and IMDA, the IDP […]
The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted that agricultural and food processing workers are vulnerable to emergencies and changes in the industry. To help oversee safeguards for these workers, Minnesota Governor Tim Walz recently signed an executive order to establish the Governor’s Committee on the Safety, Health, and Welfare of Agriculture and Construction Workers. food processing. Minnesota […]
When you think of high-tech industries, you probably don’t think of food. Even so, the food industry has seen remarkable changes over the past few years thanks to recent innovations. From lab-grown meat to blockchain in the supply chain, food technology is growing everywhere. Technology is reshaping the food industry every step of the way. […]
These facts very clearly present massive opportunities for the food industry to capitalize on the specific needs of a rapidly expanding and often affluent group of consumers eager to explore foods associated with slower cognitive decline. Are we making the most of these opportunities? According to a recent Barclays report, the food industry should do […]
UK food makers face millions of pounds in extra costs due to Brexit bureaucracy from next month when the European Commission introduces new layers of bureaucracy on food imports, the industry has warned. New EU legislation covering multi-ingredient products, from chocolate bars to curry sauces, is set to increase the volume of UK export health […]
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by Puja Das December 16, 2020 Technology has changed the way different industries work. Technology in the food industry is the most sought after ingredient in our diet charts today. The food industry has opened its doors to new technologies and mobile app-based services that have led to a huge transformation in the way the […]
IRVINE, Calif., October 21, 2020 /PRNewswire/ — Founded by innovative food scientists seeking to transform the future of the food industry, IXON Food Technology today announced a new environmentally friendly and energy-efficient food preservation method that can keep the fresh, juicy meat for up to two years without refrigeration or the use of preservatives. Created […]
Founded in 2019, Dry4Good is a foodtech start-up that has developed an innovative food dehydration technology that guarantees consumers a healthy and natural diet. We spoke with Romaric Janssen, one of the two co-founders. Ingredient lists using complex and often incomprehensible terminology for consumers are getting longer and longer. Cereals, biscuits and ready meals generally […]
Riana Lynn’s company, travel foodbrings the packaged food industry into the 21st century. “Food manufacturing has only really increased in the last 60 years,” she said. “And that means we’re also working on some very outdated methods.” His company’s software uses machine learning, artificial intelligence, data scraping and cohort analysis to recommend the most nutritious […]
This is the message of a new report Hunger for Change: Fixing Food Failuresof the House of Lords Food, Poverty, Health and Environment Committee, published today. The report says that across the UK food system, the production, manufacturing, retailing and consumption of food was failing and was a barrier to healthy eating, hitting the poorest […]
Dr. Nino Terjung leads the Product Innovation Department at DIL Deutsches Institut für Lebensmitteltechnik e. V. (German Institute for Food Technology). After his apprenticeship as a butcher and a short time as a journeyman, he passed the examination for the master craftsman diploma with honors at the age of 18. We spoke with Dr. Terjung […]
The British government list of key workers helping society cope with the pandemic has been a long time. But it seems to me that some of the people who really move us forward have been overlooked. For while supermarket staff and delivery drivers have rightly acquired hero status, far less attention has been paid to […]
KANSAS CITY — The modern food industry has never seen a crisis like COVID-19. The spread of the virus has disrupted everyday life in the United States and around the world and has shed light on the essential role food manufacturers play in the daily lives of consumers. It is impressive to see how well […]
Just as technology helps other key businesses around the world, the food industry also has a lot of leeway to implement technological advancements and move forward with the times. TODAY, technology has become a reality and a prominent part of various facets of our lives. It’s not just science fiction anymore. But what is more […]
introductionFood technology is an evergreen field linking the agricultural sector and the industrial world. New technologies are being adopted in food as the demand for sustainably processed and packaged foods increases. Nowadays, people are really interested in knowing the technology used behind a product and are not averse to the application of science in food. […]
A POINT OF CONSCIOUSNESS – Preciosa S. Soliven – The Philippine Star November 14, 2019 | 00:00 After high school at St. Scholastica’s College, my younger sister Medy chose food tech as a career, while I did AB Nutrition. The culinary arts did not appeal to our generation. Today, there is a glut of colleges […]
David Houser is Managing Director of Lincoln International Global Consumer Group. He has over 25 years of experience in the consumer industry ranging from transformational growth brands to leading private label companies. The food industry is full of investment opportunities, many of which relate to non-branded foods. Changing consumer preferences create growth companies in an […]
Over time, technology will greatly change the way we develop society through research. In this case, we’ll talk about how artificial intelligence (AI) is focused on creating lab foods. This happens through the use of powerful tools, where the nutrients in food stand out. Technology could provide an effective and comprehensive solution when it comes […]
In 25 years, the items in your grocery cart could be as high-tech as the smartphone in your pocket. Alpha Food Labs, a New York-based company that makes prototypes of future supermarket staples, has a new list of “concept foods” its team is incubating – some in partnership with food companies existing ones, others purely […]