Manufacturing: Page 61


  • Climate change threatens production of non-dairy ice cream

    An increase in tropical storms poses a risk to the coconut supply from Southeast Asia, forcing some manufacturers to look for substitutes such as tofu and lab-made milk.

    By Cathy Siegner • Aug. 5, 2019
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    Thinking outside the box: How SafeTraces tracks food, not packages

    The traceability startup uses DNA to track and identify items ranging from apples to oils. It is working with UL and JBT FoodTech to expand its reach.

    By Aug. 5, 2019
  • Ain't nothin' like the real thing? Analysts look at the long game for meat alternatives

    Comparing it with the sugar substitute market, Rabobank says perfection is elusive and there are challenges in coming up with acceptable alternatives.

    By Cathy Siegner • Aug. 2, 2019
  • Impossible Burgers are coming to grocery shelves in September

    The plant-based burger maker announced a large co-packing agreement with OSI Group and received FDA approval for the soy-derived "bleeding" ingredient to be used as a colorant.

    By Jessi Devenyns • Aug. 1, 2019
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    Report: Nestlé, Danone and Yili are the world's most valuable food brands

    Performance, business strategy, acquisitions and product quality kept these companies at the top of Brand Finance's annual rankings.

    By Cathy Siegner • July 31, 2019
  • Opinion

    Crisco decision adds to conflicting case law over lab testing results

    When plaintiffs claim laboratory tests confirm a manufacturer deceptively labeled its food, three attorneys from McGuireWoods argue companies justifiably believe they are entitled to details about those tests.

    By James Neale, Trent Taylor and Ben Abel • July 25, 2019
  • 1 in 4 US consumers discuss responsible food sourcing online

    The Center for Food Integrity analyzed millions of online engagements and found more people than just Generation Z cares about how what they eat is made and processed.

    By Cathy Siegner • July 19, 2019
  • How DuPont's $100M probiotics fermenter could expand functional food offerings

    The company said the facility is the world's largest and will make the gut-friendly bacteria for food, beverages and dietary supplements.

    By Cathy Siegner • July 18, 2019
  • ​Budweiser launches limited-edition lager to connect with farmers

    The beer giant collaborated with its barley suppliers to develop the Harvest Reserve Deep Golden Lager that will be sold only in Nebraska and Iowa. 

    By Cathy Siegner • July 15, 2019
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    Food brands embrace stand-up pouches to stand out on shelves

    More companies also are implementing the flexible flip-top packaging because it's more durable, sustainable and cheaper to produce than glass bottles.

    By July 11, 2019
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    It's such a Perfect Day: Animal-free dairy ice cream available online

    The company that uses fermentation to make milk without a cow is selling its first product and wants to revolutionize the food system, co-founder Ryan Pandya told Food Dive.

    By July 11, 2019
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    Arla to test 3D imagery systems to improve cow welfare

    The artificial intelligence technology is designed to identify changes in the physical well-being, mobility and weight of the animal before they are detected by the human eye.

    By Jessi Devenyns • July 11, 2019
  • Making gin from peas could limit alcohol's impact on climate

    Researchers from the U.K. and Ireland found the legume has a smaller environmental footprint. It also provides more protein than wheat.

    By Cathy Siegner • July 11, 2019
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    Not chickening out: McCain leads $7M investment and will manufacture plant-based Nuggs

    The startup pledges to constantly update its product formulation based on consumer feedback.

    By Jessi Devenyns • July 10, 2019
  • Opinion

    3 tips for scaling your growing food business with a co-packer

    This partnership can be an effective way to add production capacity, but doing it right can be tricky. Dori Brewer and Emily Klick of Perkins Coie offer tips for a mutually beneficial agreement.

    By Dori Brewer and Emily Klick • July 10, 2019
  • Can Agile development help Campbell Soup improve sales?

    The company used the popular programming methodology to quickly develop and market Epic Crunch Goldfish crackers — and wants to do the same with soup.

    By Cathy Siegner • July 9, 2019
  • Report: Supply chains cause 40% of food waste in North America

    Balancing the desire to cut down on what's thrown away with having high quality products in stock can be difficult, said an associate from the World Resources Institute.

    By Matt Leonard • July 3, 2019
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    Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods: First mover advantage in a rapidly growing market

    Since its IPO in May, the price for shares in the company known for its plant-based burgers have taken off. Jeff Robards of Alantra looks at the two giants in the space and their potential future performance.

    By Jeff Robards • July 1, 2019
  • DuPont develops natural egg white replacement for plant-based meats

    The company said the ingredient for burgers, sausages and cold cut substitutes improves taste and texture, and eliminates the risk of salmonella or avian flu.

    By Cathy Siegner • June 27, 2019
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    Opinion

    How smart brands are redefining convenience

    Accenture's Laura Gurski said it's all about doing the small things right such as focusing on detail and using digital technology to tailor a product to each individual.

    By Laura Gurski • June 27, 2019
  • Ingredion rolls out line of clean-label texturizing starches

    The new ingredients help food and beverage manufacturers make natural labeling claims and produce items with better shelf life and stability.

    By Cathy Siegner • June 27, 2019
  • Unilever lays off 300 with ice cream plant closure

    The Nevada factory will cease operations next month as the work gets moved to other states.

    By June 26, 2019
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    How the food industry has weathered an unpredictable 2 years of Trump's trade tactics

    With new tariffs announced in tweets, trade agreements awaiting approval and mixed signals from the White House, the period has been filled with ups and downs.

    By Lillianna Byington • June 26, 2019
  • Brazi Bites expands Latin portfolio with empanadas

    The maker of Brazilian cheese bread snacks said frozen snacking represents an untapped space for this ethnic cuisine.

    By Cathy Siegner • June 25, 2019
  • Deep Dive

    Maintaining mouthfeel: The challenge of preserving food texture on the shelf and during delivery

    Manufacturers, ingredient suppliers, restaurants and packaging designers are all working together to make sure the consumer gets items that feel freshly made — wherever they are.

    By Alicia Kelso • June 24, 2019