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What are ‘Frankenchickens’ and why are they washed with chlorine

2023-11-22T10:25:54-05:00July , 2017|

August, 2017 Β - A minor detail in trade talks between the US and the UK seems to have grabbed the media's attention. The controversy revolves around safety concerns about chlorine-washed chicken being sold in Britain as part of a potential UK/US trade deal after Brexit. It is expected that [...]

What are ‘Frankenchickens’ and why are they washed with chlorine?

2023-11-22T10:25:53-05:00December , 2017|

A minor detail in 2017 tradeΒ talks between the US and the UK seems to have grabbed the media's attention. The controversy revolves around safety concerns about chlorine-washed chicken being sold in Britain as part of a potential UK/US trade deal after Brexit. It is expected that the US farming [...]

Problems with the use of plastic in the food industry

2023-11-22T09:36:13-05:00January , 2023|

Despite some advances, the food industry's use of plastic is expanding as quickly as is demand for it. On one hand, plastics offer a range of benefits for food manufacturers, including protection against contamination, preservation of food freshness, and ease of transport and storage. However, on the other hand, [...]

What do proposed changes to the FDA’s Human Foods Program mean?

2023-11-22T09:35:22-05:00February , 2023|

First off - What is the Human Foods Program? The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Human Foods Program is a division of the FDA that is responsible for ensuring the safety and proper labeling of food products for human consumption. This program carries out various activities such as [...]

Buehler’s Fresh Foods

2023-02-08T19:14:53-05:00February , 2023|

Overview:Buehler's Fresh Foods is a regional grocery store chain based in Wooster, Ohio. It was founded in 1929 and has since expanded to operate multiple locations in Ohio and surrounding states. Buehler's Fresh Foods is known for its commitment to quality and its focus [...]

5 ways blockchain technology is used in the food industry

2023-11-22T10:32:25-05:00March , 2023|

Companies in the food industry are using blockchain technology to enhance transparency, traceability, and accountability. Employing a distributed ledger system, businesses can monitor food products at every stage of the supply chain. Blockchain technology provides a way to create a secure, decentralized database that is shared among participants in [...]

Sustainable Practices in the Food Processing Sector

2023-05-18T17:56:50-04:00April , 2023|

The food processing industry is notably implicated in waste generation, accounting for a staggering 250 million tons of waste annually in the United States alone. This waste substantially impacts the environment, contributing to greenhouse gas emissions, water contamination, and land degradation. Increasingly, the focus has shifted towards the integration [...]

Exactly what is ‘cashier sweethearting’?

2023-12-11T08:56:40-05:00November , 2023|

Exactly what is 'cashier sweethearting'? Cashier sweethearting schemes are a form of employee theft that occurs in retail environments, including supermarkets. This fraudulent activity involves a cashier giving unauthorized free merchandise or discounts to a customer, who is often a friend, family member, or sometimes even a co-conspirator. Cashier [...]

The frozen foods market is worth nearly $300 billion

2023-12-06T16:53:54-05:00December , 2023|

A 2023 report by Fortune Business Insights pegs the global frozen food market at USD 297.47 billion. The frozen food category is projected to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.80% from 2023 to 2030, reaching USD 412.93 billion by 2030 Here's a rundown of the [...]

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