Articles

2013 Food Industry Outlook: 5 Things to Look Out For

Just when you thought the recession's end would bring calm, it's time to reinvent your company and meet new challenges.
Post Date: 01/10/2013
Author: Dave Fusaro, Editor in Chief

2013 Manufacturing Trends Survey: Labor, not Energy, the Concern in 2013

While economic uncertainty remains, respondents expect more growth.
Post Date: 01/09/2013
Author: David Phillips, Plant Operations Editor

Retort Processing Shakes Up New Interest

From agitation to AGVs to software, this old-school manufacturing process continues to evolve.
Post Date: 01/08/2013
Author: David Phillips, Plant Operations Editor

Flavor and Ingredient Trends for 2013

Get familiar with ingredients to combat obesity and aging, natural sweeteners and colors, and exotic fruits and grains.
Post Date: 01/08/2013
Author: Mark Anthony, Ph.D., Technical Editor

Food Becomes Target for Consumer Lawsuits

Lawyers who made their fortunes suing tobacco companies have set their sights on the food industry.
Post Date: 01/03/2013
Author: Thomas Hanrahan, Sidley Austin LLP

Food Safety Regulatory Outlook for 2013

Similar to 2012, the FDA will continue to evolve and enact the Food Safety Modernization Act.
Post Date: 01/03/2013
Author: Eric Lindstrom, Keller and Heckman LLP

Food Funnies: You Write the Cartoon Caption - January 2013

New year, new humor. Write the winning caption for our January 2013 cartoon and be loved and honored by all.
Post Date: 01/03/2013
Author: Illustration by Jerry King

18 Reasons to Start Using More Nuts

Acceptance of nuts by many consumers still is hindered by the fact that they are calorically dense, in spite of their having earned a reputation as a healthy food among nutritionists and health professionals.
Post Date: 01/02/2013
Author: Mark Anthony, Ph.D., Technical Editor

The World of Botanical Ingredients Still Largely Untapped

The number of plant-derived chemicals that could yield health benefits is vast and largely undiscovered.
Post Date: 01/02/2013
Author: Mark Anthony, Ph.D., Technical Editor

Comax Flavors Reveals Its 2013 Flavor Trend Predictions

Flavor manufacturer notes 'consumers want their flavors dialed up' as part of its 2013 trend report.
Post Date: 12/27/2012
Author: Food Processing Staff

Pomegranate Retains Superfruit Status

Pomegranate is capitalizing on its superfruit status, bringing unique flavor and ample health benefits to a wide range of food and beverage products.
Post Date: 12/27/2012
Author: Deborah Cassell, Contributing Editor

Where Are We Headed With Supply Chain Traceability And Food Safety?

As more consumers want transparency with their food ingredients, the food and beverage industry must wrestle with what that means for the supply chain and the costs passed back on to consumers.
Post Date: 12/19/2012
Author: Brian Boyle, Contributor

Editor's Plate: The Circle of Life Continues

Companies come and go in the food & beverage industry. Let's celebrate the up-and-comers.
Post Date: 12/13/2012
Author: Dave Fusaro, Editor in Chief

Cleaning and Sanitation Equipment Keep Processing Plants Profitable and Compliant

Sanitation equipment suppliers are designing machines that not only meet the high standards for customer cleanliness, but also for regulatory compliance as well.
Post Date: 12/12/2012
Author: Bob Sperber, Technical Editor

New Food and Beverage Rollout: December 2012

Our December 2012 new food and beverage rollout highlights comfort and convenience for consumers.
Post Date: 12/12/2012
Author: Food Processing Staff

2012 Processor of the Year: Evolving From an Ancient Yogurt Factory

Chobani as a manufacturer began with a winding-down Breyers plant and a Small Business loan.
Post Date: 12/06/2012
Author: Dave Fusaro, Editor in Chief

2012 Processor of the Year: Designing Greek Yogurt

Chobani's product development team balances simplicity with excitement.
Post Date: 12/05/2012
Author: David Phillips, Technical Editor

Chobani Selected As Food Processing 2012 Processor of the Year

Turkish immigrant Hamdi Ulukaya wanted yogurt like that back home, so he made some – like a billion dollars' worth of it.
Post Date: 12/05/2012
Author: Dave Fusaro, Editor in Chief

New Frontiers for Heart Healthy Ingredients

While the key ingredients, such as oat bran and antioxidants, are vital, new ingredients have been gaining ground in the battle to keep our tickers ticking longer and better.
Post Date: 12/05/2012
Author: Heidi Parsons, Contributing Editor

Understanding Monk Fruit: The Next Generation Natural Sweetener

With stevia laying the groundwork, luo han guo seems poised to be the next natural non-nutritive sweetener.
Post Date: 12/03/2012
Author: Mark Anthony, Ph.D., Technical Editor, and Dave Fusaro, Editor in Chief