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VIDEO: Which Country is the Top Player in Food Innovation?
July 21, 2014 | by Sanderson Group | Comments
Which 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?
VIDEO: 40 Percent of All Food is Thrown Away
July 17, 2014 8:00 am | by Sealed Air | Comments
Fifty million tons of food is wasted every year in the...
VIDEO: Can Traceability Prevent Seafood Fraud?
July 16, 2014 8:00 am | by Lexicon of Sustainability | Comments
Did you know one third of all fish you buy isn't what you think it is? Approximately 57 percent...
VIDEO: Wild Turkey Distiller Reveals Secrets to Success
July 15, 2014 8:20 am | by USA Today | Comments
Jimmy Russell, master distiller of Wild Turkey and worker since 1954, speaks to USA Today's "The...
VIDEO: Weird Al Sings on the Importance of Food Safety
July 18, 2014 8:00 am | by CollegeHumorWeird 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.
VIDEO: Milk Journeys From Farm to You in 48 Hours
July 14, 2014 9:36 am | by MidwestDairyHow long does it take fresh milk to get from the farm to your table? In this video from Midwest Dairy, find out what duties and processes take place before you pick up that gallon of milk at the store. Take a look at milk's journey of 48 hours in 48 seconds.
VIDEO: What Shapes Will the Food of the Future be?
July 11, 2014 8:40 am | by RAIWhen the food industry begins to produce food, the need to study specific formats becomes essential. Simple shapes that have entered common usage such as the chocolate bar, ravioli, or the ice cream cone were created by considering the aesthetics of the food we eat.
VIDEO: What's Behind the Beef Price Hike?
July 10, 2014 8:05 am | by CBS This MorningUSDA beef prices have jumped to $5.45 per pound, compared to $4.88 per pound at this time last year. So what's causing beef prices to rise? The LJ Ranch in Logan, Kansas, for example, said it has the lowest amount of cow numbers since 1952.
Video: Colbert on Domino's Smart Slice Pizza for Schools
July 9, 2014 8:00 am | by The Colbert ReportStephen Colbert, host of the late-night comedy show "The Colbert Report," pokes fun at Domino's attempt to make nutritious food to fit Michelle Obama's school lunch rules. The pizza chain introduced a Smart Slice that has one third less fat, salt and cheese.
VIDEO: Smart Grill Talks, Texts When Food is Ready
July 8, 2014 10:26 am | by CNNMoneyLynx Grills, a technology company that makes grills, developed a concept grill that has the technology of a smart device. Called a Smart Grill, the grill is a voice recognition product that communicates back to you via voice and text when it needs you to do something.
VIDEO: Dispenser Puts Every Single Draft Beer Inside Your Kitchen
July 7, 2014 10:07 am | by SYNEKAre you a savvy beer drinker? The reinvention of beer packaging is here. SYNEK is the world's first portable tap beer dispenser allowing for unlimited varieties of craft beer right inside your kitchen. You can now enjoy your draft beer wherever there's an outlet.
VIDEO: The Golden Age of Organics
July 3, 2014 8:00 am | by TheLempertReportA study by the OTA shows that organic products, including condiments, snack foods, meat and fish are up significantly in sales compared to last year. However, there is no research to show whether or not organic foods are any healthier than conventional foods.
VIDEO: The Nutty Seed That's Driving Americans Crazy
July 2, 2014 8:22 am | by PBS FoodBuzzDid you know the UN called 2013 the year of quinoa? What is it about this nutty seed that has so many people in a craze? Its origins can be traced back to South America, where it was cultivated and used by pre-columbian civilizations between 3000-5000 B.C.
VIDEO: 'Cereal and Milk' Performance by The Roots
July 1, 2014 8:30 am | by KelloggsUSGrammy Award-winning group The Roots performs the Kellogg's "Cereal and Milk" song at the Kellogg's Recharge Bar in New York City. The group used milk and cereal inspired instruments while performing, including bowls, spoons and milk jugs.
VIDEO: Packaging Makes ‘Soup for You!’ Viable
June 30, 2014 8:30 am | by TheLempertReportThere's no question that food packaging has evolved in a major way. So, how do you make foods taste great and not require expensive refrigeration or freezing? At the recent FMI convention we found one brand who is embracing just that: Soupman.
VIDEO: Get Your Protein From Crickets
June 27, 2014 8:10 am | by NBC NewsBitty Foods makes food products based on cricket flour. Founder Megan Miller says the flour is sustainable and high in protein. The flour is made up of crickets that have been dry roasted and ground up into a fine powder and put into food products, such as cookies.
VIDEO: The Salty Truth About Sodium
June 26, 2014 8:30 am | by NBC NewsAbout 90 percent of Americans eat more salt than is recommend, but how much is too much? Dr. Snyderman says it's a false statement that healthy foods don't contain sodium. The American Health Association says foods like seafood and lentils contain more sodium than you think.
VIDEO: Researchers Put the Crunch Back into Vegetables
June 25, 2014 9:31 am | by ReutersWhen frozen and defrosted, spinach leaves wilt, but Lund University scientists say they have the answer with a natural sugar. The cells are kept alive longer, making it possible for farmers to harvest and freeze their products for months at a time.
VIDEO: Nutella Experiments With 3D Printing
June 24, 2014 9:46 am | by Structur3d PrintingIn this brief, yet powerful video, Nutella dips into the realm of 3D printing. The hazelnut-spread maker experimented with the Discov3ry Extruder, an add-on extruder with the ability to print a whole new range of paste-like materials, at the Bay Area Maker Faire.
VIDEO: This Cup Has Hydration Down to a Science
June 23, 2014 9:02 am | by Vessyl by Mark OneMost people think hydration is just about drinking 8 glasses of water a day, but Mark Berman, VP of Health, Mark One, says it's more complex than that. Vessyl tracks the contents of the beverage. By knowing what's inside, the cup monitors real-time hydration needs.
VIDEO: Best Burger in America at Conan O’Brien’s?
June 20, 2014 8:40 am | by Conan O' BrienWho knew that America's best hamburger can be found right inside Conan O'Brien's studio? Conan jokes about The New York Times naming 'Conan's' as having the best burger in America. Thinking its a mistake, the latenight comedy host has a surprising waiting for him.
VIDEO: Chef Jamie Oliver Experiments with Google Glass
June 19, 2014 8:35 am | by Jamie OliverJamie Oliver, a British chef known for his Food Tube channel, experiments with Google Glass for the first time. Without the need for cameramen or soundmen, Oliver is able to film his own video. Google Glass makes it easy to record video though the eyes of the wearer.
VIDEO: Robotically Milked Cows
June 18, 2014 8:20 am | by The Associated PressFarm automation, already popular in Europe, is starting to catch on in the U.S. The old-fashioned farm hand is being replaced by a set of high-tech robots that clean, feed and milk dairy cows. Farmers can take a break by letting a fleet of robots do the dirty work.
VIDEO: Can This Drink Replace Food?
June 17, 2014 8:30 am | by The Colbert ReportIs it possible to completely replace your diet with a drink and still get the sufficient nutrition? "The Colbert Report" guest Rob Rhinehart seems to think so. Host Stephen Colbert doesn't seem so satisfied as he tastes the "drink" invented by Soylent.
