Announcements about new food and beverage plant construction projects, plant renovations and plant expansions

Cows emit a lot of greenhouse gas into the environment, but this feed additive shows promising results in cutting emissions by about 30%.

Processors are turning to automation to fill jobs where people are unavailable.

Global confectioner Perfetti Van Melle reveals its Mentos Pure Fresh gum line has launched in a 90% paperboard recyclable bottle.

The FDA is conducting the consumer research on a potential symbol, which is intended to be a stylized representation of the nutrient content claim “healthy.” 

Belle Pulses, in Saskatchewan, Canada, produces pea and legume protein for plant-based products including crackers and baked goods, dairy, soups and meats.

Outshine, a brand known for its frozen fruit bars, is launching new Fruit & Yogurt Smoothie Pouches, the company’s first shelf-stable, take-anywhere snack.

John Galyen, president of Danfoss North America (left) will retire this summer. Rick Sporrer (right), VP sales America for Danfoss Power Solutions, will Galyen.

West Liberty Foods has announced the promotion of Brandon Achen to president & CEO.

The enormous amount of attention paid to ingredients in food and beverage by processors may have some overlooking an equally important element of the F&B experience: the container in which that food or beverage is sold. Packaging today plays many roles: carrier of F&B, protector of temperature-sensitive items, barrier for potential adulteration, manifestation of a brand’s sustainability initiatives and more.