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Food Industry Links: Labor/Jobs/Careers

2022-01-31T06:46:46-05:00April , 2017|

HOME Β» Link Library Β» Labor/Jobs/Careers Food Processing Occupations An informative starting point for data and links for food processing occupations compiled by Department of Labor's Bureau of Labor Statistics.Β  Also includes tobacco worker info. University and College Programs Many colleges and universities provide training and full degree programs [...]

Who are the top 10 Grocers in the United States?

2024-12-12T19:01:16-05:00November , 2023|

We began publishing our Top 10 Grocers list in 2019. It takes time to compile new lists as the work depends a bit on fiscal year (FY) close dates as well as the time it takes for some good old fashioned research. This page will host our most [...]

Can I get Covid-19 by eating food?

2020-06-03T11:21:11-04:00March , 2020|

Consumer's are worried about this question but based on what is now known about the coronavirus, the illness is not spread through the food supply. So the answer is that the food you eat itself will not infect you with Covid-19. The Food and Drug Administration asserts that there [...]

5 Principles of regenerative agriculture

2023-11-22T09:29:32-05:00October , 2021|

Karl Ritz, Emeritus Professor of Soil Ecology at University of Nottingham proposed these 5 Principles of regenerative agriculture. These really are a must read for anyone interested inΒ  this emerging trend in farming: Diversity More diverse systems have inherently greater capacity to carry out a broad range of functions, [...]

Do Ghost Restaurants Have a Future?

2019-12-19T09:56:24-05:00December , 2019|

Whether it's been called 'delivery' or 'take-out', restaurants like pizza shops and Chinese food establishments have been offering meal delivery services for ages. As long as these restaurants had a steady supply of youngsters with driver's licenses who were looking to make some extra spending money along with [...]

What Is The Difference Between Natural and Organic Food

2019-06-27T13:41:18-04:00April , 2017|

Consumers are confused about food labels, farming methods and the marketing jargon used in the food industry. Surveys have shown that two-thirds of consumers who purchase 'all natural' or 'organic' foods are motivated by a perception that they are healthier and safer. But of course 'natural' and 'organic' foods [...]

There could be wood in your cheese

2019-06-21T21:00:49-04:00February , 2016|

In lateΒ 2012 agents of the Food and Drug Administration paid a visit to a Castle Cheese factory in rural Pennsylvania. Acting on a tip, they found evidence that Castle Cheese Inc. was doctoring its 100 percent real Parmesan with cut-rate substitutes and such fillers as wood pulp and distributing [...]

Nanotechnology: How small particles are changing the food industry

2023-11-22T10:36:59-05:00July , 2022|

Nanotechnology is the science of working with, and manipulating, matter and particles that are smaller than 100 nanometers. This technology has been used to create products such as lasers, transistors, and vaccines. The food industry is an area where nanotechnology is having a major impact and the use of [...]

What is Carrageenan and is it Safe to Eat?

2024-12-10T10:40:42-05:00May , 2024|

Carrageenan is a food additive derived from red seaweed. It has been the subject of controversy due to conflicting research on its safety and potential health effects. While widely used as a thickener and stabilizer in various food products, concerns have been raised about its possible link to inflammation [...]

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