Sustainability

Processing News Roundup June 15: Reshaping F&B Cooling, Whey Protein Shortage, Building a Future-Ready Plant

See what's new in food and beverage processing with this quick roundup of topics, including how refrigeration and freezing are changing, a whey protein shortage and its impact on processors, and a podcast on building a future-ready plant.

June 15, 2026

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Sustainability

How Ammonia, CO₂, and Nitrogen Are Reshaping Food & Beverage Cooling

As food processors rethink cooling from the ground up, ammonia, CO₂, and nitrogen technologies are each carving out distinct roles in faster, smarter, and more sustainable refrigeration systems.

June 5, 2026

Sustainability

Processing at interpack 2026: Hybrid Baking Tech, Food Waste Reduction, and AI Adoption Trends

Join our team for a look at the "baked-in" sustainability at interpack 2026, including a power-flexible oven solution and a more accurate way to determine food spoilage, plus what we learned about AI adoption rates and use cases.

May 14, 2026

Sustainability

Global Sustainability Expectations Are Reshaping U.S. Food and Beverage Supply Chains

U.S. food and beverage supply chains are evolving in response to emerging international sustainability expectations and compliance conditions across global markets.

May 6, 2026

Industry News

End of the Line Video Series: EPR, Tax Rebates, Modular Cold Storage, and a Nintendo Lawsuit.

Watch as some of the PMG editors sit down and talk about trends, insights, and the cool things that pass by our desks.

May 4, 2026

Sustainability

OMAC Releases New PackML Implementation Guide – Sustainability

Organization for Machine Automation and Control (OMAC)

OMAC's guide provides a standardized framework to help automation professionals track energy consumption and integrate sustainability metrics into machine operations.

April 8, 2026

Wastewater Treatment

MSU Students Help Dairy Facility Stabilize Wastewater Treatment

In a collaboration between industry and academia, students at Michigan State University diagnosed and developed a strategy to resolve instabilities in a major dairy processor’s operation.

March 30, 2026

Food Safety

PACK EXPO International Showcases Solutions to Packaging and Processing Industry’s Most Pressing Challenges

The October 2026 show in Chicago will be its largest ever, bringing together thousands of exhibitors, educational sessions, and industry experts to address workforce shortages, AI adoption, sustainability demands, and much more.

March 16, 2026

Pumps/Valves

Graco Electric Diaphragm Pump Cuts Energy Use by Up to 80%

Graco Inc.

Graco’s Quantm replaces traditional compressed-air operation with an electric motor, which reduces energy use, simplifies operation, and supports PLC integration.

March 10, 2026

Food Safety

PACK EXPO East 2026 Kicks Off Today, Delivering Live Machinery, Big Ideas, and Easy Access for East Coast Professionals

PACK EXPO East opens in Philadelphia, bringing 500 exhibitors, new show floor features, free education, and high-impact networking for packaging and processing professionals.

February 17, 2026

Automation & Digital Transformation

AI, Automation, and Sustainability Lead Packaging and Processing Trends

PACK EXPO East offers new equipment and digital tools that reflect the evolving manufacturing landscape.

February 13, 2026

Sustainability

Scaling Upcycled Ingredients in Food Manufacturing: Challenges and Solutions

Upcycled ingredients are more sustainable and support a circular economy where resource efficiency is improved.

January 19, 2026

Podcasts

Through the Line Podcast: Japanese Fungus Enhances Protein Processing

Nosh.bio—a Berlin-based food technology company who focuses on producing cost-effective, nutritious, and sustainable products—is specializing in alternative protein is using koji. The Japanese fungus will help achieve a reduced carbon footprint, save energy, and improve product quality.

January 14, 2026