The installation of the latest Ishida X-ray Inspection System at Greek cold-cut meats specialist Nikas has enabled the company to further enhance its stringent quality control procedures. The new Ishida IX-PD-36A2 has been installed at Nikas’s factory in Attica to inspect fresh chicken, supplied both in bulk and packedRead More →
Introductory note for application Buffer systems and buffer films can support meat producers in prevention against harmful food infections caused by harmful germs and bacteriological contamination by salmonella, listeria and E.coli 0157:H7. By applying buffer systems in the preparation of heated meat products such as ham, bacon, freshly cured and/orRead More →
By Roger Hancock, CEO of Recall InfoLink In a recall, knowing what is affected is only part of the equation. The bigger challenge is how to execute. The distinction between what and how is where many food businesses struggle during a recall. Recalls are driven by data, and effective responseRead More →
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) may be transitioning food safety inspections to state agencies due to staffing and budget cuts at the federal level. Some reports indicate that 100% of food inspections could become the states’ responsibility. Could budget cuts, staffing shortages, and a transition to state-led inspections compromiseRead More →
Under its motto #SealingTheFuture, SEALPAC will be presenting various types of cutting-edge technology, all made in Germany, during IFFA 2025 from May 3rd to 8th. At the world’s leading trade show for meat and (alternative) protein manufacturers, visitors will experience pioneering, cross-platform technologies at the stand of the German packagingRead More →
More efficient, more digital, more sustainable: an entire industry is seeking innovative answers to the questions of our time. The solutions for the thermal treatment of food have long been on the table. At IFFA 2025, the world’s most important trade fair for meat and protein processing, producers, master butchersRead More →
Ever wondered what gives your favourite soups and sauces that deep, rich flavour? The answer might just be beef extract. This powerful ingredient isn’t just about taste—it also packs a nutritional punch. As processed foods continue to dominate our kitchens, beef extract plays a critical role in making them bothRead More →
The food distribution industry is experiencing its most significant transformation in decades. B2B marketplaces have emerged as the fastest-growing digital commerce channel, expanding seven times faster than traditional B2B eCommerce. This growth reflects a fundamental shift in how brands reach retailers and how distributors serve their markets. The Real LimitationsRead More →
With the holiday season fast approaching, meat processors are gearing up for one of the busiest times of the year. Thanksgiving is a crucial time for the industry, and the surge in demand places significant pressure on packaging operations. Charles Haverfield, CEO of US Packaging & Wrapping, shares his topRead More →
GO sustainable!, the motto of SEALPAC’s trade show appearance at Anuga FoodTec 2024, is more relevant than ever, as resource-saving packaging systems are in great demand within the food industry. At the event in Cologne, Germany, the packaging expert, and leading manufacturer of high-tech traysealers and thermoformers, will be presentingRead More →
by Dr Richard Parmee, CEO of X-ray inspection technology pioneer Sapphire Inspection Systems End-of-line inspection is a crucial element of any food processing facility – ensuring that each and every product leaving the factory is of the same high standard. Whether it involves making sure bags of chicken nuggets areRead More →
Is artisanal craftsmanship in the butcher’s shop reconcilable with the use of industrial machines? The Lowis butcher’s shop in the town of Setterich-Baesweiler thinks so! In the rural area of the Aachen city district, master butcher Hans Lowis and his son Niklas, together with eleven employees, produce liver sausage, hamRead More →