Data Management
Lamb Weston to begin incorporating vegetable byproduct into packaging
Driving toward a goal of using more sustainable materials in packaging, two Lamb Weston Alexia brand products will use corn and potato starch in their... continue reading »
Guidance document released for use of recycled plastics in food packaging
The Plastics Industry Association (PLASTICS) announced April 7 industry guidance to ensure recycled plastic packaging meets and exceeds compliance re... continue reading »
Traceability plan can help ease fear of food recall
Many good horror stories end with some version of “...and they disappeared without a trace.” Coincidentally, disappearing without a trace is a dif... continue reading »
New requirements for USDA Foods in Schools program to be addressed in webinar
The Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) and Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) will host a webinar on new requirements for food producers who supply US... continue reading »
Managing and mitigating food recall risk
Any food recall incident is a crisis situation that requires quick action to mitigate any longstanding financial and reputational damage. Metal d... continue reading »
Taylor Farms, Western Growers pledge $1 million apiece to Center for Produce Safety
Two of the fresh produce industry’s leading organizations are each donating $1 million to Center for Produce Safety (CPS), to continue that group’... continue reading »
Sharing the sustainability story: What consumers want to know
Sustainability is a major concern among consumers. Food producers are aware of that, but often unsure how to address it. The notion of sustainable ... continue reading »
Food packaging innovation to prevent food waste
When combined, packaging and unconsumed food account for almost half of the items landfilled in the United States, with some of these discarded materi... continue reading »
Spin dryer, prep washing and smart machines highlight latest from Kronen
Hygienic design, improved sanitation and enhanced efficiency are three of the biggest demands placed on food processing equipment manufacturers today.... continue reading »
TOMRA makes data-gathering platform available for sorters
TOMRA Insight, now available through TOMRA Food and Compac, turns sorting and grading machines into connected devices that generate valuable process d... continue reading »
