Casey Laughman

Opinion

Opinion: Disasters aren't the only havoc food processors need to prepare for

Disaster preparedness is crucial, but day-to-day events can cause havoc as well

Casey Laughman

September 28, 2017

We’ve been all too familiar with natural disasters lately.

Food Safety

Beef and pork products recalled due to undeclared allergen

Products contain undeclared milk

Casey Laughman

September 28, 2017

RI Wang Food Group, based in Maspeth, N.Y., is recalling more than 63,000 pounds of pork and beef products due to misbranding and an undeclared allergen.

Regulatory Watch

FSIS updates guidelines for imported veal

Netherlands is eligible to export non-intact and intact veal for non-intact use

Casey Laughman

September 20, 2017

Restrictions lifted after testing.

Keurig's beverage pod manufacturing facility in Douglassville

Plant Rehabilitation

Planning, preparation can help make plant rehabilitation projects successful

When the time comes for a renewal project, be sure to plan ahead.

Casey Laughman

September 13, 2017

Successful plant rehabilitation projects require proper planning.

Organic Supply Chain

First organic and non-GMO supply chain company opens in U.S.

Pipeline Foods is first U.S.-based company to focus on organic and non-GMO supply chain

Casey Laughman

September 12, 2017

A new company that describes itself as the first U.S.-based supply chain company focused on non-GMO and organic food and feed has begun operations.

Organic Food

Study: Why consumers choose organics

Pesticides, GMOs and nutrition listed as biggest drivers of purchasing decisions

Casey Laughman

August 29, 2017

A survey of Natural Grocers customers has revealed the top three reasons they decide to purchase organic produce.

Food Safety

Meat products recalled due to undeclared allergens

Products contain soy and wheat that are not on the product label

Casey Laughman

August 28, 2017

Oakland, Calif.-based Blossom Foods, LLC, is recalling more than 15,000 pounds of beef, chicken and pork products due to an undeclared allergen.

Opinion

Logistics lessons from hurricanes and 'Game of Thrones'

In both everyday operations and crisis situations, logistics offer a series of challenges

Casey Laughman

August 28, 2017

Hurricane Harvey and “Game of Thrones” may not have a whole lot in common, but they have me thinking about logistics.

Dry Processing Technology

Milk Specialties uses manufacturing intelligence to improve operations

Manufacturing intelligence helps Milk Specialties Global keep products “moo-ving.”

Casey Laughman

August 21, 2017

A Minnesota protein producer has seen big benefits from manufacturing intelligence.

Tech Update: Drying Equipment

Energy efficiency, controls offer processors better drying options

Drying equipment advances offer better control, energy efficiency.

Casey Laughman

August 18, 2017

Energy efficiency and automated controls offer processors more choices in drying operations.

Articles by Casey Laughman

Opinion: Disasters aren't the only havoc food processors need to prepare for

Beef and pork products recalled due to undeclared allergen

FSIS updates guidelines for imported veal

Planning, preparation can help make plant rehabilitation projects successful

First organic and non-GMO supply chain company opens in U.S.

Study: Why consumers choose organics

Meat products recalled due to undeclared allergens

Logistics lessons from hurricanes and 'Game of Thrones'

Milk Specialties uses manufacturing intelligence to improve operations

Energy efficiency, controls offer processors better drying options

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