Manufacturing: Page 53


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    MycoTechnology raises $39M to grow its functional ingredients platform

    The mushroom technology company's Series D funding round saw participation from big name investors including Greenleaf Foods, Tyson Ventures, Kellogg's investment arm and S2G Ventures.

    By Jessi Devenyns • June 11, 2020
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    Ocean Spray's incubator launches CBD sparkling water

    The CarryOn brand has two product lines called Elevate and Descend that focus on mental wellness. Each can has vitamins C and E, 10 calories and no added sugar.

    By Lillianna Byington • June 10, 2020
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    Impossible Foods
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    Companies stockpile ingredients amid uncertainty over coronavirus

    With food manufacturers securing ingredients for existing items in case of another spike, Bloomberg said innovation and new product development could take a backseat.

    By Jessi Devenyns • June 9, 2020
  • About 75% of crew tests positive for coronavirus on seafood processing ship

    Despite prevention efforts in the industry, 92 of the 126 people aboard an American Seafoods vessel last week had the virus. 

    By Lillianna Byington • June 9, 2020
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    As meat giants face scrutiny, small and niche producers capitalize

    The four major meat companies have closed plants and warned of shortages during the pandemic, while local ones have offered a more transparent view of operations and seen business boom. 

    By Lillianna Byington • June 8, 2020
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    New discoveries sharply curtail food packaging waste

    Südpack introduced options for meat that use less material, and scientists have discovered beetle larvae that can eat about eight times more polystyrene than other worms.

    By Jessi Devenyns • June 8, 2020
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    Sponsored by NYCEDC

    Growing in NYC: handcrafted Japanese salad dressing

    Small food manufacturers like MOMO dressing are scaling up their production thanks to the Brooklyn Army Terminal, a modern industrial facility tailored to the needs of food makers.

    June 4, 2020
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    Emma Cosgrove
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    Employee fear of coronavirus tops food industry leaders' challenges, survey says

    The Food Industry Executive found more than 40% of processors and one in five suppliers said workers have been afraid to come to their jobs during the pandemic.

    By June 3, 2020
  • Agriculture SecretarySonny Perdue visits Triumph Foods pork processing facility April 28, 2017. The facility houses 2,800 employees in St. Joseph, Mo.
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    Calls to close Smithfield's Farmer John plant escalate amid outbreak

    The United Food and Commercial Workers Local 770 said safety measures at the California facility are insufficient since at least 153 employees have tested positive for coronavirus.  

    By Lillianna Byington • Updated June 4, 2020
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    Necco Wafers return to stores after a 2-year hiatus

    The Spangler Candy Company is bringing the 173-year-old treat back to 32 retailers across the country this summer with very little change to its original look and flavor. 

    By Jessi Devenyns • May 29, 2020
  • Spices for sale at the Souk in Marrakesh
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    Q&A

    How 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 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
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    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 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
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    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 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 7, 2020
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    Opinion

    Expert 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 7, 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 6, 2020