Issue Archive

Algae Gaining Popularity As Omega Oils Source
Whole Foods sounds a warning about how omega-3s are sourced while ingredient manufacturers find a way to add algae into the mix.

Are Frozen Meals Starting to Thaw?
Sales have not matched innovation in the frozen foods category.

Five Ways To Reduce Energy Costs

How Can Food Processors Help Consumers' Aching and Aging Bones?
Beyond vitamin D and phosphate, new ingredients help support calcium.

Wellness Food Processors Show a Growing Interest in Botanicals
That botanical solutions for health are big is no question. But why are they taking so long to get traction among consumers?

Food Processors Trying to Formulating Healthier Savory Snacks for Consumers
There's no oxymoron there. For many consumers, snacks have become the meal; for others, their diet plan promotes snacking as a means of weight control.

Regulatory Compliance: Imports Now Under Greater Scrutiny
The new Food Safety Modernization Act and PREDICT mean tougher qualifications.

Institute of Packaging Professionals Announces AmeriStar Package Awards
32 packages including 13 food & beverage containers, honored in packaging competition.

Editor's Plate: Mini-Size Me
The recent downsizing of the most delectable single-serve foods is a good, not cheap, thing.

Are We Dumb Or Numb When It Comes To Heart Health?
Our news and trends editor advises food processors to take consumers' views on health surveys with a grain of salt.

New Food Rollout: June 2011
New food and beverage products now available on store shelves for June 2011.

Food Processors: Considering Asking Mixers for Help
Mixers and blenders can help with shorter product development cycles, economy, safety.

Modular Automation Allows for Food Manufacturing Flexibility
From the PC to the Internet revolution, standard, modular software objects are the key to easier manufacturing agility and integration.

MRO Q&A: What Economical Processes are Available to Eliminate Salmonella Components?
MRO Q&A is a Food Processing series addressing maintenance, repair and operational issues in food plants.

MRO Q&A: What is the best way to protect electrical enclosures from water damage during wash-down?
MRO Q&A is a Food Processing series addressing maintenance, repair and operational issues in food plants.

2011 R&D Teams of the Year: Big, Happy Families
The 2011 R&D Teams of the Year – voted for you and by you -- have passion, persistence and purpose.