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Trends in Manufacturing: Insights from 750 Leaders

Trends in Manufacturing: Insights from 750 Leaders

Despite manufacturers’ best forecasts, no one could have predicted what 2020 had in store. For many manufacturers, the destabilizing force of the pandemic exposed weaknesses along the value chain. It also highlighted opportunities to justify larger-scale.

Jelly Belly Creator Debuts CBD Beans

The new flavors, ranging from toasted marshmallow to piña colada, can be ordered online.

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Shrimp Products Recalled

The shrimp – labeled as cooked – may actually be uncooked or undercooked.

Hershey Faces Backlash Over Kiss Quality

Even the Hershey Kiss isn’t safe from the internet.

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Ice Cream Maker Faces OSHA Penalty

The company faces $103,476 in fines.

Butterball to Close Plant, Eliminate 600 Jobs

Most of the plant's products will be discontinued after it closes mid-summer.

Pepsi Recalls Bottles Due to Metal Contamination

An investigation discovered small particles of iron and chromium in bottles “due to a parts failure in the manufacturing process.”

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Snickers Bar Factory Fire Caused by Trailer

The two-alarm fire early Tuesday afternoon broke out at the loading dock.

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Rainwater for Wine Production

Industry preps for months of extreme rain followed by months of longer drought.

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New Oven Causes Factory Fire

The company also had outstanding fines for having no sprinkler system.

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Sabra Hummus to Close NY Plant

Employees are being offered transfer opportunities to facilities in Virginia and California.

Dog Food Recalled After Pug Dies

Pentobarbital can possibly cause side effects such as drowsiness, dizziness, excitement, loss of balance, or nausea, or in extreme cases, possibly death.