Food Engineering

Laboratory, epidemiological and traceback data indicate that shell eggs recalled by Midwest Poultry Services, L.P. are a likely source of a salmonella outbreak that has sickened nearly 100.

This visual overview, featuring images and videos of robotics applications in the food industry, illustrates what is possible with modern vision systems, artificial intelligence and robotics in a range of applications — from agricultural harvesting to serving up RTE meals, smart palletization and carcass cutting.

Ken's Foods implemented an on-machine architecture with Rockwell Automation PowerFlex 350 variable frequency drives (VFDs) accessible directly on production equipment, simplifying operations and delivering measurable gains.

The CHF 520 million ($648 million) facility will combine a wet pet food plant with a highly efficient logistics platform serving Purina as well as other Nestlé brands.

Finsterwald brings more than 15 years of leadership experience and will oversee CRB's technology, IT and data functions.

The agency also seeks to revoke authorization for use of Citrus Red. No. 2, used for coloring skins of mature oranges.

AI may dominate industry conversations, but data modeling is delivering measurable results today. Discover how food, dairy and pet food manufacturers are using real-time production data to improve quality, increase throughput and give operators the insights needed to drive smarter decisions.

The world of smart packaging comprises many parts — intelligent equipment, recyclable materials, captivating art and lots of data — but pulling it together is a challenge. However, if done correctly, it benefits everyone in the supply chain from producer to consumer with timely information.

For food and beverage manufacturers, global events like the World Cup represent both a massive commercial opportunity and an operational pressure cooker.

The system is designed for common pre-printed, pressure-sensitive labeling applications across rigid and flexible primary packaging, including containers, trays, pouches and promotional bottle labeling.

Designed specifically for packaged applications, the X56 DXD+ delivers enhanced contamination detection capabilities where low-density contaminants, such as rubber and plastics, must be reliably detected.

The FDA originally had identified Taylor Farms de Mexico as the Taco Bell shredded iceberg lettuce supplier connected to the parasite outbreak that has sickened hundreds across the country.

Taco Bell says it has taken action to remove potentially impacted lettuce from a supplier in select states.

McCain says the program gives its teams and potato growers a shared, consistent view of crop performance throughout the season, using data-driven insights to help identify variability earlier and prioritize attention where it matters most.

This program focuses on key growing regions where General Mills sources wheat from ADM for products sold through Walmart and Sam’s Club, demonstrating a shared commitment to strengthening supply chain resilience and farming communities.

Set for Oct. 26-28, 2027, at McCormick Place in Chicago, the event replaces the Equipment Automation and Technology Show (EATS).

The agency reports 141 people have been hospitalized but no deaths have been reported.

The department, which has reported 2,640 cases as of July 13, noted other food items can’t be completely ruled out since no specific type of produce, grower or supplier has been identified as the source.

Food manufacturers face stricter demands as recalls and outbreaks push a more reactive focus on food safety. Responsibility is shifting from quality teams to shared ownership, using cross-functional approaches to improve safety, compliance, and daily practices.

Finding a secure way to manage waste in the food and beverage industry helps ensure that through every change of hands waste is handled discreetly and securely, mitigating brand risk.