Although it’s scary to think about, the decline in dairy farms is a sad reality. In 2003, there were just over 70,000 licensed dairy farms in the country. In 2018, that number fell below 40,000 for the first time in history, which represents a loss of 30,000 farms in just 15 years. Over the last …
To compete in a crowded grocery store aisle, dairy processors are choosing rigid containers that help them stand out and connect with consumer trends and preferences. Grocery shoppers frequently find packaging that’s environmental- and health-consciousness as being as important as the product itself. Learn more about some of the new trends in rigid containers for …
New Alfa Laval Twin Screw Pump increases process flexibility, service and reliability, and operational safety
Introducing the Alfa Laval Twin Screw Pump, the latest addition to the company’s hygienic pump portfolio for use in the dairy, food, beverage and personal care industries. Designed for process flexibility, the twin screw pump is built on a robust, …
Aged cheeses are a point of pride for cheese makers and loved by many consumers. However, in today’s market, as producers are pressured to cut costs, the quality of some aged cheeses has suffered. The tips below with help you make good, consistently aged cheese.
Milk quality is essential because …
Cheesemaking in the United States is an inspired story of artisanship and excellence that dates back hundreds of years, representing the vast multicultural experiences brought to the country by immigrants. Today, talented and creative cheese makers from large-scale establishments to small family-based ventures push traditional limits toward specialty cheeses.
The growing global recognition of the …
Scientific studies show that light of any kind can cause food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetic products to degrade faster. Whether the light is in the grocery store, home, refrigerator, or through a window, it can cause products to expire before the expiration date.
With milk and other dairy products, exposure to light affects the taste, …
Contamination is a large threat to any manufacturing facility, which is why extreme measures are being taken to ‘germ-proof’ the computers in the food production line. If contamination occurs on the food processing floor, major issues can result. Full-blown contamination could lead to a complete shutdown in operations, which would mean huge financial losses. The …
The USDA announced the final National Bioengineered Food Disclosure Standard (GMO labeling) on Dec. 20, 2018. This final version only slightly differs from its draft versions. The implementation date is Jan. 1, 2020, except for small food manufacturers. Small food manufacturers have an implementation date of Jan. 1, 2021. The mandatory compliance date is Jan. …
One of the top packaging design trends for 2019 is material honesty and what to consider when selecting materials for retail packaging or product packaging. With so many choices, it’s easy to understand the confusion and the difficulty brands have in selecting the right materials for their brand packaging. Today we’re seeing the negative impacts …
A dirty rag, casually tossed aside. A faulty wire you never got around to replacing. A long-ignored fire extinguisher collecting dust in a corner. Sometimes it’s hard to believe such mundane items can lead to catastrophic fires, but unfortunately, that’s often the case. So when it comes to preventing fires at your food processing facilities, …