TECH FLASH Top 10 trends to impact dairy industry The Dairy Council of California released its top trends that will likely impact the dairy industry within the next one to three years Jeremy Gerrard July 14, 2014 Trends include dairy fat as a villain in heart disease and challenges to milk consumption that stem from complex concerns.Read More
TECH FLASH Legal counsel to the food industry reacts to Coke/POM Wonderful ruling The US Supreme Court held that the FDCA and Lanham Act are complementary with respect to misleading food labels Jeremy Gerrard July 14, 2014 The US Supreme Court held that the FDCA and Lanham Act are complementary with respect to misleading food labels.Read More
TECH FLASH AMI says consumers want guidance, not bans American Meat Institute menu model details how processed meat products can play a role in balanced, healthy diets. Jeremy Gerrard July 14, 2014 The menu model uses the 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans requirements based on a 2,000-calorie-a-day diet.Read More
12th Annual Replacement Parts Survey 12th Annual Replacement Parts Survey: Improving inventory practices Shane O'Halloran July 7, 2014 Average spending is up, and inventory management practices are adjusting to new realities in food and beverage production.Read More
TECH FLASH New sensor bolsters defense against foodborne bacteria The University of Southampton’s Biolisme project developed a sensor to collect and detect Listeria monocytogenes on food industry surfaces Jeremy Gerrard June 25, 2014 A sensor designed by University of Southampton researchers is currently in the testing phase and could cut the time needed to detect bacteria on surfaces from days to hours. Read More
TECH FLASH The top 10 natural and organic food trends Group examines the latest trends which could soon be a part of consumers’ diets Jeremy Gerrard June 25, 2014 Lentils top the list, but consumers are showing growing concern for gut and digestive health.Read More
TECH FLASH Consumer Goods Forum urges members to encourage better health and lifestyle choices The consumer goods industry strengthens commitment to improving health and wellness for consumers worldwide Jeremy Gerrard June 25, 2014 The Consumer Goods Forum board of directors agrees to new strategic milestones to help ensure the wellbeing of consumers.Read More
TECH FLASH Tyson wins fight over Hillshire Brands The back-and-forth battle to acquire Hillshire Brands ends with a substantially increased offer from Tyson foods. Jeremy Gerrard June 11, 2014 Pilgrim’s Pride withdraws its bid to acquire Hillshire Brands after Tyson Foods raises offer.Read More
TECH FLASH Newly released Obama regulatory plan shows slow progress on key initiatives Food safety initiatives like the Modernization of Poultry Slaughter Inspection will see further delays in implementation. Shane O'Halloran June 11, 2014 The plan details regulatory and deregulatory activities under development throughout the federal governmentRead More
TECH FLASH Manufacturers replace silicon dioxide with organic rice hulls Under an order from the USDA, food manufacturers that switch to using product made from organic rice hulls can keep organic claim. Jeremy Gerrard June 11, 2014 RIBUS’s Steve Peirce discusses the applications of these products as a replacement to silicon dioxide.Read More