It looks like a burger. It tastes like a burger. But no cows were harmed in the making. Sounds far-fetched? Scientists have cracked the code to produce real meat products from animal cells. But cell-based meat still has hurdles ahead to become a commercial reality.
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Food recall guide for manufacturing and processing facilities
Even with the most stringent protocols and processes in place, food manufacturers still face the possibility of a food recall. But implementing the right controls and policies can help reduce the probability of having to take your product off the shelves.
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Making a business case for your food facility expansion
From recipe development in your own kitchen through scale-up in a commercial space to large-scale production in a manufacturing facility, growth is the goal for food manufacturing companies.
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Food supply chain disruptions: What can we learn?
The COVID-19 pandemic is exposing the vulnerability of our food supply chain to disruptions. Though executives are assuring the public that there is no shortage of food and beverage supplies or other everyday household items, supply chains are still facing challenges.
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The making of a modern pet food processing plant
From plant-based treats to wet food made with all-organic ingredients, many of the same consumer trends driving innovation in the food and beverage market have proliferated into the pet food aisles. Here’s how advanced design elements help food and beverage manufacturers better adjust to a modern pet food processing plant.
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How food processors safeguard people & product amid COVID-19 pandemic
While many in the world are asked to work from home, essential employees on the frontlines of food processing plants have no such luxury; they are still showing up to work to help move food through the supply chain.
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Plant-based food manufacturing: Hopping on the plant-based train
Plant-based is all the rage right now. From plant-based ice cream, dips and snacks, to meat, chicken, pet food and even packaging materials, the entire food and beverage industry is hopping on the plant-based food manufacturing train.
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Consumer trends and what they mean for pet food processing
The US pet food market is booming. In 2018, Americans spent more than $30 billion on food of a total $72 billion spent on pets, according to the American Pet Products Association. Pets are becoming full-fledged members of more and more households.
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Ensuring product safety in aseptic food processing
Aseptic food processing can produce high-quality packaged goods that are shelf-stable for long periods. However, if not properly produced and packaged, aseptic foods can be dangerous to the consumer. Consider these six steps to ensure product safety.
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The e-commerce effect on food processors
Turn operational challenges for food e-commerce into functional improvements
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