Manufacturing
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Q&AHow coronavirus has impacted ingredient sourcing
Brandon Hernandez of Whole Brain Consulting says many manufacturers are pivoting to different countries, growers and regions to find what they need as the pandemic disrupts business across the globe.
By Megan Poinski • May 28, 2020 -
Researchers develop process to turn bread waste into vitamin C
The USDA's Agricultural Research Service made the discovery by adding water and enzymes into glucose-rich bread to enable fermentation and the development of acid.
By Jessi Devenyns • May 28, 2020 -
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McCain Foods halts US expansion plans as coronavirus cuts foodservice demand
The potato giant, which is pausing its $300 million plan to add more space to its Othello, Washington facility, could revisit the project once conditions improve.
By Lillianna Byington • May 27, 2020 -
Food-X
Task force creates official definition for 'upcycled food'
The group said implementing a single description could unify the category and encourage more food companies to use ingredients that reduce food waste.
By Lillianna Byington • May 21, 2020 -
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Impossible Foods and Beyond Meat highlight cost and safety as they race to catch conventional meat
With prices of the animal-based staple heading upwards and potential shortages looming, the two plant-based companies have their eyes on grabbing more market share.
By Megan Poinski • May 21, 2020 -
DOJ clears pork industry's plan to collaborate on euthanizing hogs
As processing plants have shuttered and reduced production during the pandemic, farmers have nowhere to send their market-weight animals.
By Lillianna Byington • May 19, 2020 -
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Pandemic will hinder meat production for months, JBS US head warns
CEO Andre Nogueira told The Wall Street Journal while all items won't be in the grocery store, he's not concerned about a shortage of protein even with plants closed and fewer workers.
By Lillianna Byington • May 18, 2020 -
JUST
Just partners with Post Holdings for massive foodservice expansion
Plant-based Just Egg will be made and distributed by the cereal and frozen products company's Michael Foods division starting this fall.
By Christopher Doering and Megan Poinski • May 18, 2020 -
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Bunge Loders Croklaan launches fat system to reduce sugar by 50%
The company said its new Sweetolin can give products a higher sweetness perception while maintaining texture and mouthfeel.
By Lillianna Byington • May 14, 2020 -
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$930M invested in alternative proteins in Q1 2020 tops record-setting 2019 totals
According to figures from the Good Food Institute, products that replace traditional meat, dairy and eggs are increasingly being embraced by financers, Big Food and consumers.
By Megan Poinski • May 14, 2020 -
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US meat exports to China rise as supply falls, analysis shows
Companies have warned of potential shortages as coronavirus infects workers, but shipments overseas have surged, according to a Reuters analysis.
By Lillianna Byington • May 12, 2020 -
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As coronavirus spreads in meat plants, nearly 200 USDA inspectors test positive
Three Food Safety and Inspection Service inspectors have died from the virus. The agency said it has enough face masks to keep personnel supplied for the next few months.
By Lillianna Byington • May 11, 2020 -
Ingredion launches sugar substitute made from erythritol
The ingredient, which has a distinctive cooling effect, is made through fermentation and can be found naturally in some fruits and vegetables.
By Jessi Devenyns • May 07, 2020 -
Emma Cosgrove
OpinionExpert advice for CEOs during a crisis
Now is the time to have a communication plan. Lisa Cruz of Red Shoes Inc. walks through how to put one together and be effective.
By Lisa Cruz • May 07, 2020 -
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Plant closures could result in empty meat cases this summer, report says
CoBank found grocery store supplies of the protein could shrink by nearly a third by Memorial Day, leading to pork and beef price increases as high as 20% compared to last year.
By Lillianna Byington • May 06, 2020 -
USDA photo by Preston Keres. (2017). "20170428-OSEC-PJK-1465" [photograph]. Retrieved from Flickr.
Lawsuit about worker conditions at Smithfield plant dismissed
Since the case was filed, the meat processor has made several changes to its Milan, Missouri location and OSHA has put in place new regulations on how manufacturing facilities should be run.
By Megan Poinski • May 06, 2020 -
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Tyson CEO says meat supply will increase in back half of year
When asked if its plants could build back up to pre-coronavirus capacity given operational changes, such as social distancing, that need to be implemented, Noel White said, "The answer would be yes."
By Emma Cosgrove • May 05, 2020 -
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Why Trump's executive order to keep meat plants open is seen as 'risky'
The president invoked the Defense Production Act to ease concerns about supply and liability among companies, but the move has drawn mixed reactions and raised questions about worker safety.
By Lillianna Byington • May 04, 2020 -
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Blue Bell fined $19.25M for 2015 listeria outbreak; former CEO faces criminal charges
The ice cream company will plead guilty to distributing adulterated food products, while prosecutors say Paul Kruse, who retired in 2017, tried to cover up the listeria outbreak that sickened 10 and killed three.
By Megan Poinski • May 04, 2020 -
How plant-based meat companies are staying afloat while coronavirus shutters restaurants
Impossible Foods, Beyond Meat and Before the Butcher have all seen sales drop as foodservice establishments close their doors, but are finding new ways to get to customers during the pandemic.
By Megan Poinski • April 30, 2020 -
Opinion
#Consciouscapitalism: The new imperative for food and beverage manufacturers
To feed the world and sustain their own future, manufacturers need to change their mindsets, adopt methods to enhance nutrition, boost health and be kinder to the planet, writes Roy Henderson of Green Cell Technologies.
By Roy Henderson • April 29, 2020 -
Half of food companies say coronavirus pandemic will make them stronger
A survey from Mattson showed innovation is continuing and consumers will be ready for new products once the outbreak is over.
By Megan Poinski • April 29, 2020 -
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Trump orders meat plants to remain open despite outbreaks
As the number of plant closures continue to rise and supply concerns grow, the president invoked the Defense Production Act to keep production running.
By Lillianna Byington • UPDATED: April 29, 2020 at 9:59 a.m. -
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Deep DiveMeatpacking workers wonder whether job is a 'death sentence' amid outbreaks
Many are criticizing the industry’s response for waiting too long to implement safety precautions and close processing plants as thousands have tested positive for coronavirus.
By Lillianna Byington • April 28, 2020 -
Coca-Cola reports border bottlenecks, touts localized supply chain to keep products flowing
Health screenings and policy changes are slowing traffic at border crossings around the world.
By Emma Cosgrove • April 28, 2020
