Sustainability

Blast Cell Air Optimization Project Reaches ROI in Less Than a Year

The plant has seen a 10% reduction in freeze time, a 5.7% total site electricity reduction, and an overall reduction in kWh/lb usage.

July 22, 2022

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Sustainability

Tyson Foods Issues 2021 Sustainability Report

The report highlights the company’s renewed strategic commitment and aspirations for the future, as well as the progress it’s made toward its sustainability goals.

July 21, 2022

Industry News

PepsiCo Beverages North America to Build 1.2 Million-sq-ft Manufacturing Facility

With a positive value chain at the forefront of its design, the new state-of-the-art facility in Denver will be PepsiCo Beverages North America’s largest, most sustainable plant in U.S.

July 20, 2022

Sustainability

Pizza Yield Improvement Project Comes With No Cost

Every opportunity to manufacture food more efficiently will allow Conagra Brands to use water and energy resources more efficiently, says director of supply chain sustainability.

July 20, 2022

Industry News

Perdue Foods Names Kevin McAdams as President

A food and beverage industry veteran, McAdams, who most recently Jack Links’ President, North America, also has appointed as chief operating officer of Perdue Farms.

July 19, 2022

Sustainability

Ferrero Group Releases 2021 Sustainability Progress Report

The company’s 13th annual report highlights the steps taken to meet its environmental and social targets aligned to four key areas of focus and the achievements Ferrero made in the past year.

July 18, 2022

Facilities, Design & Infrastructure

Conagra Brands, Bob’s Red Mill, Smithfield Foods Are Sustainability Award Winners

The winners of ProFood World’s annual Sustainability Excellence in Manufacturing Awards are focused on reducing greenhouse gas emissions, electricity, and water, as well as food waste.

July 15, 2022

Dry Processing

Coffee Conveying System Streamlines Production

Mayorga Organics increases production efficiency while reducing manual labor and saving time with immediate packaging.

July 15, 2022

Industry News

BRF Sadia Opens New Plant in Saudi Arabia

The Middle East region and Halal market are strategic elements in the company’s plans for sustainable growth in the international market.

July 15, 2022

Sustainability

No-cost Project Yields $1 Million Payback for Conagra Brands

The facility’s cross-functional team delivered a $471,000 jalapeño yield loss reduction (spoiled ingredients, under net weight rejections, and overfill), and a $730,000 tomato yield loss reduction.

July 14, 2022

Industry News

Ferrero Creating New Innovation Center With Strategic R&D Lab

Located in Chicago, the 45,000-sq-ft center will bring together Ferrero teams from across the U.S. to develop new confectionery and sweet packaged food products.

July 14, 2022

Sustainability

McCormick to Reduce CO2 Emissions by 86.8 Metric Tons

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The use of 100% recycled plastic food color bottles will help McCormick lower its carbon footprint and assist the company in its push toward achieving its sustainability goals.

July 13, 2022

Industry News

Tyson Foods, Tanmiah of Saudi Arabia Sign Strategic Partnership

In a deal to deal to accelerate growth, Tyson is acquiring a 15% equity stake in Tanmiah subsidiary Agriculture Development Company, a fully integrated poultry company.

July 12, 2022