Sustainability

Tyson, Protix Building U.S. Insect Ingredient Production Facility

The two companies also have entered into a partnership to explore new ways to create and produce more efficient, sustainable proteins and lipids for inclusion in the global food system.

October 17, 2023

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Sustainability

Maple Leaf, McCain Foods, Others Join Forces for Decarbonization

Industry giants have come together with environmental experts to form CANZA—Canadian Alliance for Net-Zero Agri-food—to promote an environmentally responsible future for the Canadian agri-food value chain.

October 16, 2023

Floor/Drains/Walls/Doors

Back to Basics: Know Your Drains

Understanding specific drain needs in a processing plant can save money, labor, and help futureproof a facility for advanced technology.

October 12, 2023

Industry News

Walmart Building $350 Million Milk Processing Plant in Georgia

The Valdosta, Ga., dairy facility will provide milk throughout Georgia and neighboring states, serving more than 750 Walmart stores and Sam’s Clubs in the region.

October 12, 2023

Industry News

Post Holdings to Buy Perfection Pet Foods for $235 Million

The acquisition will allow Post Holdings to insource a portion of its current pet food business and gain an entry point into the private-label and co-manufacturing pet food categories.

October 11, 2023

Regulatory

California Governor Signs Bill Banning 4 Widely Used Food Additives

Assembly Bill 418 prohibits the use of red dye 3, potassium bromate, brominated vegetable oil, and propylparaben due to health concerns.

October 9, 2023

Home

Lights-Out Mixing Is Within Reach

Presenting on the Processing Innovation Stage at PACK EXPO Las Vegas, Reading Bakery Systems explained the benefits of continuous over batch mixing.

October 8, 2023

Industry News

Will Injectable Weight Loss Drugs Slim Down Snack Food Sales?

While it’s too early to know how big an impact the pharmaceuticals will have on high-calorie food sales, some companies are taking note of a possible shift in eating habits.

October 6, 2023

Industry News

Blue Apron Being Sold to Wonder Group for $103 Million

The transaction is expected to create a leading platform for mealtime, focused on quality and flavor across meal kits and fully prepared meal experiences.

October 4, 2023

Industry News

Utz Brands Planning 650,000-Sq-Ft Pennsylvania Distribution Center

The new facility is a part of the company’s network optimization initiatives to support volume growth and reduce costs.

October 3, 2023

Industry News

Mondelēz Sells Developed-market Gum Business for $1.35 Billion

The transaction with Perfetti Van Melle will advance Mondelēz International’s strategy to increase its focus on a portfolio with chocolate, biscuits, and baked snacks as its core categories.

October 2, 2023

Home

Dairy Product Innovations Match Consumer Demand

Dairy product innovations like probiotic additives and sugar reduction are being developed in response to consumer trends.

September 29, 2023

Sustainability

Upcycling Tackles Food Waste in Manufacturing

Concern about food waste continues to grow in importance globally. With so much of the waste happening before the food reaches the consumer, producers are finding new ways to make use of what previously went to landfills.

September 29, 2023