Mechanically Tenderized Beef Labels Take Effect Next Month in Canada
July 21, 2014 9:45 am | by Rob Drinkwater, The Canadian Press | News | CommentsCanadian shoppers will soon be seeing labels on their meat notifying them if it has been mechanically tenderized. The regulations taking effect Aug. 21 are designed to protect consumers after the largest meat recall in the country's history two years ago.
How Can Plastic Pallets Impact Cleanliness and Drive Change?
July 21, 2014 8:10 am | by Bob Klimko, Director of Marketing, Food and Beverage, ORBIS Corp. | Articles | CommentsToday, as in the past, standard operating procedures decree that anything moved into a food production area is moved on a pallet. This can introduce significant risk if these pallets have not been specifically designed for sanitation and adhere to FSMA.
First Lady: Healthy Foods Belong in Schools
July 21, 2014 8:05 am | by DARLENE SUPERVILLE, Associated Press | News | CommentsFirst Lady Michelle Obama's junior cooks contest was put together to show the nation that if a 10 year old kid can cook and happily eat a healthy meal, then there is no reason why every school in the country shouldn't be including nutritious food into their menus.
McDonald's, KFC in China Are Supplied Expired Meat
July 21, 2014 8:00 am | by JOE McDONALD, AP Business Writer | News | CommentsMcDonald's and KFC in China said a supplier, Husi Food Co., sold them expired beef and chicken. The report added to a series of food safety scares in China that have battered public confidence in dairies and fast food outlets.
VIDEO: Which Country is the Top Player in Food Innovation?
July 21, 2014 8:00 am | by Sanderson Group | Videos | CommentsWhich country claims the most food and beverage manufacturing innovations? A quick look at the food and drink sector reveals why the United Kingdom and the United States are at the top of the class in innovation. Is it the frozen dinner or the microwave that takes the prize?
Compound & Filling Vessel
July 21, 2014 7:30 am | Product Releases | CommentsThe 60-liter vessel features an aseptic magnetic mixer designed to stir a low-viscosity suspension as it is being discharged under pressure of nitrogen and filled into its final container.
Why Failing to Deliver on Time is Just the Tip of the Iceberg
July 18, 2014 12:30 pm | by Steve Leavitt, GM of U.S. Cloud Solutions for Exact | Articles | CommentsDelivery delays can permanently damage relationships with customers, or even worse, drive them toward a competitor. While many small manufacturers would acknowledge the importance of on-time delivery, it happens more often than most would admit.
Study Shows Essential Oils Can Extend Shelf-Life of Food
July 18, 2014 12:00 pm | by Institute of Food Technologists | News | CommentsAccording to a recent study in the Journal of Food Science, scientists at the Institute of Food Technologists have found that essential oils — those extracted from plants roots, peels, seeds, etc. — may be used as food preservatives in packaged food products.
Marijuana Edibles Recalled in Colorado
July 18, 2014 12:00 pm | by Associated Press | News | CommentsThe Denver Department of Environmental Health recalled several products from At Home Baked, a popular Colorado brand of pot-infused sweets. Among the recalled products were infused brownie mixes, blondie mixes, rice crispy treats and Stixx candy.
9 Emerging Pet Food Trends for Man's Best Friend
July 18, 2014 11:45 am | by Institute of Food Technologists | News | CommentsDid you know 51 percent of dog owners believe that pet food made in the U.S. is the most important factor in their purchasing decisions? Consumers who consider their pet a member of the family should read on to find out the nine emerging trends in gourmet pet food.
First Lady Hosts Dinner for Top Kid Chefs
July 18, 2014 11:30 am | by DARLENE SUPERVILLE, Associated Press | News | CommentsFirst Lady Michelle Obama is inviting 50 kid chefs to dinner who earned a seat at the table by whipping up healthy meals as part of a nationwide contest sponsored by the food magazine Epicurious and the Education and Agriculture departments.
German Sausage Makers Fined $460M for Price Fixing
July 18, 2014 11:05 am | by Associated Press | News | CommentsGermany's antitrust authority is imposing fines totaling $460 million on 21 sausage manufacturers, including Nestle subsidiary Herta and Meica, for colluding to push through higher prices and agreeing on price ranges for various products.
KeHE Buys Nature's Best to Broaden Organic Food Channel
July 18, 2014 10:45 am | by KeHE Distributors, LLC | News | CommentsKeHe Distributors has agreed to purchase Nature's Best — a California-based distributor of natural food products like nutrition bars. KeHE's acquisition of the company is in part to expand its national distribution of natural and organic products.
Inspection Agency Suspends License of Saskatchewan Beef Plant
July 18, 2014 9:29 am | by The Canadian Press | News | CommentsNorthern Natural Processing LP, a beef slaughter plant in southeastern Saskatchewan, had its license suspended by the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. The suspension is due to the operator of the plant failing to use corrective measures to ensure the safety of the meat.
Munch on This: Pot Edibles Give Rise to Booming Industry
July 18, 2014 9:15 am | by LISA RATHKE, Associated Press | News | CommentsEdibles and infused products such as snack bars, olive oils and tinctures popular with medical marijuana users have flourished into a gourmet market as Colorado and Washington legalized the recreational use of marijuana in the past year.
EU's Fear of 'Chlorine Chicken' Complicates US Trade Talks
July 18, 2014 9:04 am | by JUERGEN BAETZ, Associated Press | News | CommentsA year ago, President Barack Obama and his European peers sought an agreement to create the trading bloc by the end of 2014. Now, the thought of chlorine-drenched chickens on the dinner table is driving the EU away from the free trade agreement.
Oregon Sues 5-Hour Energy Over False Ad Claims
July 18, 2014 8:10 am | by STEVEN DUBOIS, Associated Press | News | CommentsOregon is sueing 5-Hour Energy for falsely claiming customers get extra energy and focus from a unique blend of ingredients, when in truth the boost comes from a concentrated dose of caffeine. The suit also targets claims that the product is OK for adolescents.
Infographic: 3 Reasons to Choose Organic
July 18, 2014 8:05 am | by The Organic Center | News | CommentsAnalyzing 343 studies in what was the largest research effort of its kind, an international team of experts led by Newcastle University found that organic crops are up to 60 percent higher in a number of key antioxidants than conventionally grown crops.
VIDEO: Weird Al Sings on the Importance of Food Safety
July 18, 2014 8:00 am | by CollegeHumor | Videos | CommentsWeird Al Yankovich parodies pop-singer Lorde's "Royals" with a song whose first verse emphasizes the importance of food safety. Yankovich's song "Foil" in his new album "Mandatory Fun" also includes a cameo by the popular comedian Patton Oswalt.
Quickbooks in the Cloud: How Mobile Does Your Company Want to be?
July 18, 2014 7:45 am | by Adam Stern | Articles | CommentsThe demand for employees wanting to check their data anywhere is a growing trend. While enabling a mobile workforce can raise concerns about security, data protection and integrity typically is greater with a hosted solution than with an in-house implementation.
