Sustainability

Mars Spending $1 Billion on Path to Net Zero GHG Emissions

The company is aiming to cut its carbon emissions by roughly 15 million metric tons by 2030 and reach net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050.

September 19, 2023

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Industry News

Upside Foods Planning $140 Million Cultivated Meat Plant in Illinois

Designed to produce millions of pounds of cultivated meat products per year, the state-of-the-art plant will help Upside Foods expand its commercial offerings, increase scalability, and reduce production costs.

September 18, 2023

Industry News

Heineken Mexico Building $460 Million Brewery in Yucatán

The state-of-the-art brewery will incorporate features for sustainable brewing, with a focus on improved water processes, and the integration of circular economy practices.

September 15, 2023

Industry News

Kellogg Board Approves Separation Into 2 Companies

The approval to split into Kellanova and WK Kellogg Co was given to create two more focused companies, each with its own strong financial outlook.

September 13, 2023

Home

New Sort Engine and User Interface Puts Optical Sorters in Reach

High-end inspection technology is not accessible if it’s too complex to use. Key Technology’s Compass optical sorters simplify system operation while providing reliable accuracy.

September 12, 2023

Pumps/Valves

Unibloc Debuts Industry's Largest Hygienic Pump for Food Processing

The UltraLobe FoodFirst 700 Series is designed to do the work of two smaller pumps, freeing up space on the factory floor.

September 12, 2023

Industry News

Smucker Paying $5.6 Billion to Acquire Hostess Brands

The move will add well-known snacking brands to Smucker’s portfolio, accelerating the company’s focus on convenient food options.

September 11, 2023

IIoT

Digital Services Save Maintenance Time and Cost for Chicken Producer

With connected information from its new Busch Vacuum Solutions system, Emsland Frischgeflügel is saving 70% on maintenance costs.

September 10, 2023

Sustainability

American Dairy Association Helps Recycle Butter Art in Unique Way

Instead of just destroying an 800-lb butter sculpture, the American Dairy Association North East, Cornell Cooperative Extension Master Gardeners, and Noblehurst Farms are using it to create electricity.

September 8, 2023

Industry News

Tyson Foods Deploying Self-driving Trucks in Northwest Arkansas

The company is collaborating with Gatik, a leader in autonomous middle mile logistics, to optimize Tyson’s supply chain efficiency.

September 6, 2023

Regulatory

FDA Sends Warning Letters to 3 Infant Formula Manufacturers

The letters to ByHeart, Mead Johnson Nutrition (Reckitt), and Perrigo Wisconsin were issued as part of the FDA’s efforts to help ensure the industry is producing infant formula under the safest conditions possible.

September 1, 2023

Industry News

Is Hostess Brands Going to Be Sold?

Multiple sources seem to think that Hostess Brands is going to be acquired sometime in the near future.

August 31, 2023

Sustainability

Cargill Launches Methodology to Measure Cows' Methane Emissions

The methodology will help beef producers better understand the impact of feed supplements, and enable projects to measure and quantify methane emissions reduction.

August 29, 2023