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FreshConex Highlights Opportunities for Fresh-Cut Processors

The market for ready-to-eat and ready-to-cook fruit and vegetables continues on an upward swing. An increase in the number of single-person households... continue reading »

Fresh Del Monte Produce’s fresh-cut vending machines have ‘rock star’ appeal

Fresh Del Monte Produce is heavily invested in value-added produce items at retail, but the company was looking for ways to reach consumers in places ... continue reading »

Food Safety for All

The Senate is expected to debate the Food Safety Harmonization Act of 2008 this month, and there’s little doubt that it will be passed. The quest... continue reading »

Modernization act could pass Senate this month, but a law is months away

Last year was a busy one for food safety legislation. The thought early in the year was that increased food safety regulations would move forward unde... continue reading »

Window Shopping

I realized recently just how dependent I am on convenience foods. There’s very little in my house that’s not ready to eat or doesn’t re... continue reading »

Ohio State research can extend shelf life

Ohio State University food science researcher V.M. "Bala" Balasubramaniam isn't feeling pressure to perform. He's using pressure.

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California Tomato Growers Deliver Record Crop

According to USDA, despite water shortages and a cool, wet end to the season, California tomato growers delivered a record-large crop to processors in... continue reading »

Apio Brings Raw Product Storage On-Site with Expansion

Keeping pace with industry demand to provide high quality, fresh cut vegetables, Apio Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of Landec Corporation (LNDC), ha... continue reading »

A Truly Fresh Summit

Last month’s Fresh Summit was my fourth time attending the show, and it the best, in my opinion. I’m sure many of the attendees and exhibito... continue reading »

Chinese Officials Examine Food Safety Systems in Minnesota

Twenty-two senior Chinese food safety delegates from government, industry and academic sectors arrive in Minnesota this week to conclude a two-week pr... continue reading »