At the international processing and packaging event scheduled at Fiera Milano, Milan’s exhibition centre, from May 27 to 30, 2025, manufacturers of top-end technologies will meet with end users to explore the trends revolving around the world of liquid food and beverages. We are talking about a variegated universe of products that includes soft drinks, milk produced for direct consumption, soft drinks, mineral waters, beers, wines and spirits, functional and energy drinks, juices, baby drinks and infant food, as well as soups, oils, dressings, and sauces. To give you a snapshot of the world of ..read more

The packaging for “on-the-go” is more in demand, which in turn is dictated by the dynamic lives of many and increased snacking patterns. It serves different purposes such as healthy and environmentally-friendly goals, according to a report by Towards Packaging. North America holds leadership in the market as a result of its high-speed culture trending, whereas Asia-Pacific, mentioning Seoul and Bangkok, shows sky rocketing in the market. Plastics still possess many desirable attributes of versatility and cost-effectiveness, but environmentally friendly alternatives are gaining ground. Consumpt ..read more

Mettler-Toledo Product Inspection, a global leader in product inspection solutions, has announced the launch of the EC Series conveyors designed to meet the product quality control needs for small to mid-sized food manufacturers. The EC Series conveyors seamlessly integrate with the M30 R-Series metal detectors, to offer a reliable inspection solution at an affordable price point for small and medium-sized packaged products in standard production environments. The integrated metal detection solutions are ideal for inspecting a wide range of both wet and dry applications, including meat, bakery ..read more

Daily Harvest announced the arrival of the company’s easy-to-prep food at Target stores nationwide. The brand, which offers a range of meals and snacks for any time of day, is launching a selection of its Smoothies, Harvest Bowls and Pops at select Target locations around the US. Smoothies include Strawberry + Peach, Acai + Cherry, Banana + Almond, Mint + Cacao, Blueberry + Cacao, and Mango + Greens. Harvest Bowls include Black Bean + Cheeze, Brussels Sprouts + Tahini, Spinach + Shiitake Grits, Sweet Potato + Wild Rice Hash, Lentil + Tomato Bolognese, Broccoli + Cheeze, Cauliflower Rice + Pest ..read more

Kevin’s Natural Foods, best known for its refrigerated, multi-serve entrées, is officially entering the frozen food aisle with a new line of frozen entrée bowls designed to maximize convenience. Each new frozen entrée bowl is made with the highest quality ingredients, offering up to 33 grams of protein per serving and pairs Kevin’s signature sous-vide cooked meat with flavorful sauces, vegetables and either cauliflower pasta, cauliflower rice or brown rice. Kevin’s new frozen entrées are certified gluten-free with Paleo-certified options, packed in a compostable bowl, made with humanely raised ..read more

Nomad Foods Limited reported financial results for the three month period ended March 31, 2024. When compared to the first quarter 2023, reported revenue increased 1.1% to EUR784m, organic revenue grew by 0.3%, and adjusted EBITDA decreased 16.4% to EUR122m. “I am pleased with the solid start to the year as our first quarter’s results demonstrated tangible progress on our key growth initiatives. Our volume and market share trends improved sequentially as targeted investments and exceptional execution at retail is driving accelerated growth in our core must-win-battles. Looking ahead, I am exci ..read more

The frozen food industry never stands still, so the need for machines that can keep up with the pace of it is more obvious than it has ever been. Innovation, then, is paramount for manufacturers aiming to improve key indicators such as performance, uptime, and output. For Urschel, recent innovations in the fruit/vegetable sector include the TranSlicer 2520 Cutter (T2520), E TranSlicer with discharge conveyor (ETRS-C), new DiversaCut models (2110A and Sprint 2) with built-in discharge conveyors, the Affinity CD-L Dicer, and the Comitrol Processor Models 1 ..read more

The frozen snacks and appetizers sector has witnessed a remarkable transformation, moving from offering basic, convenient options to a sophisticated and diverse product range. This evolution is a direct response to consumer demand for high-quality, restaurant-style experiences at home, prompting manufacturers to innovate with gourmet, artisanal, and ethnically diverse offerings. The shift towards premium, ready-to-serve products enables businesses to cater to the elevated expectations of consumers seeking convenience without compromising on taste or quality. The expansion into global flavors a ..read more

Potato breeding company Royal HZPC Group expects to achieve a similar result for the financial year 2023 / 2024 (July – June) as in the previous financial year, with an expected increase in financial turnover of 4%. Season 2023/ 2024 is characterized by strong market movements on both the supply and demand sides. For example, Royal HZPC Group already reported low European yields in its February quarterly report. However, the potato breeding company managed to sell more top of seed potatoes than was expected a quarter ago. As a result, Royal HZPC Group’s European operations are expected to show ..read more

The Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC) has convened a roundtable in the Oceanographic Museum of Monaco to examine the transformative role which sustainable investments and blue finance can play in protecting the oceans. The event was part of the Monaco Ocean Week. Blue foods are part of the future’s food security solution. With the theme “The contribution of responsible aquaculture and the role of blue finance in protecting the oceans,” the roundtable discussed the challenges and opportunities associated with blue finance, as well as its crucial role in promoting responsible aquaculture. Mo ..read more