Selected Articles
When frozen fish is better than fresh fish
The quality of frozen fish can be just as good as fresh fish, and in some cases it can even be better. [...]
What does “Peak Food” mean and is it a problem?
Peak food refers to the point at which the global agricultural system reaches maximum production capacity, after which output begins to decline. [...]
McDonalds is testing its “robot restaurant” concept – will customers like it?
McDonald's, the world's largest fast food chain, has launched a new automated store format that is set to change the way customers [...]
The pros and the cons of GMO foods
GMO (genetically modified organism) foods are foods that have been genetically modified in a laboratory using genetic engineering techniques. This allows scientists [...]
Artificial Intelligence: Opportunities and Barriers in Agriculture
Climate change, declining water resources, rising input costs, and growing pest resistance are just some of the factors reshaping the agricultural landscape. [...]
Do Nutrition and Calorie Labels Work?
In the 1960s, the US government began requiring food manufacturers to include nutrition facts on their labels. Since then, food labeling has [...]
Some good ways artificial intelligence (AI) can change restaurants
Artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to significantly impact restaurants in a number of ways. From automating tedious tasks to changing how operators [...]
Are all U.S. supermarket chains regional?
Walmart and Target are about the only two retailers who sell food who have a presence and operations in all 50 U.S. [...]
Despite the pandemic, independents account for over 70% of all U.S. restaurants
As we navigate our way out of the pandemic years, some restaurants are still working hard to stay in business. That said, [...]
What is the difference between food science and food technology?
Food science and food technology are related fields, but they have some distinct differences. Food science is the study of the physical, [...]
