An innovative approach to quality control at Frost Prešov, Slovakia’s largest croissant manufacturer, has been achieved through the installation of three Ishida IX-EN-2493 X-ray Inspection systems that maximize food safety and help ensure a consistent quality for filled croissants.   Frost Prešov supplies a diverse range of fresh and frozen baked goods to the central European market. A popular product line are croissants containing a variety of fillings such as chocolate, apricot or marmalade which are individually wrapped in 60g pillow packs. Ishida is a world leader in the design ..read more

Global consumer packaged goods company PepsiCo India has announced an investment of Rs 1266-crore to establish a flavor manufacturing facility in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh. Spread over 22 acres, this plant is expected to play a significant role in scaling up PepsiCo’s beverage production in India, generating employment and positively impacting the local economy. This is PepsiCo India’s second flavor manufacturing facility in the country, and will manufacture beverage flavor ‘In India, for India’. The plant will implement advanced technologies to ensure efficient water usage and replenishment. Jag ..read more

The food processing sector is one of the key drivers of the food and agriculture sector but it needs a bigger push, more investment and in-depth research and development (R&D) to take it to greater heights, suggest a new report and industry stakeholders. According to the ‘Vikasit Bharat by 2047: Role of the Food Processing Sector’ report, the contribution of India’s food processing sector to the country’s gross value added (GVA) needs to quadruple to 7.2% from the existing just 1.8% if the nation aspires to become a developed country by 2047, the centenary year of India’s Independence. The ..read more

At the maiden World of Ice Cream exhibition organized at International Trade Expo Centre, Noida, from 6-9 March, IndiFoodBev’s team got an opportunity to meet and learn about the processes and technology involved in the making of ice cream. The event brought together a wide range of solution providers in ice cream production under one roof.
 The name World of Ice Cream might lead one to imagine something from the movie, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Upon entering, IndiFoodBev discovered that there’s not one Willy Wonka here, but several. Rectifying that mental image, we told ourselves tha ..read more

Gujarat Co-operative Milk Marketing Federation Limited (GCMMF, Amul), owned by 3.6 million dairy farmers is the world’s largest farmer owned dairy cooperative has announced its partnership with Michigan Milk Producers Association (MMPA), America’s tenth largest dairy cooperative that was established in 1916.  This partnership between the two cooperatives will bring the Amul through its branded fresh milk products in the United States using MMPA’s superior technology.  This announcement was made at MMPA’s 108th annual meeting at Novi, Michigan, USA.  Speaking at the event, Jayen ..read more

To amplify the company’s production capabilities and fortify its presence across key regions, the Delhi-headquartered Mother Dairy has announced plans to invest Rs 750 crore for establishing two dairy, fruit, and vegetable processing plants in Maharashtra and Karnataka .  According to managing director Manish Bandlish of Mother Dairy Fruits and Vegetables, Rs 525 crore will be spend to build a state-of-the-art dairy facility in Nagpur, Maharashtra. This venture, aimed at the central and southern markets, is expected to have a processing capacity of 6 lakh liters of milk daily, expandable ..read more

Cargill unveiled a range of block chocolates, chocolate chips and cocoa powder products under its NatureFresh Professional brand, and showcased innovative products and solutions curated for the Indian Food and Bakery industry, at Aahar 2024. The 38th edition of Aahar, India’s largest fair for international food & hospitality, commenced on 7 March 7 in New Delhi. Cargill showed its applications and products across key categories: Bakery, Confectionery, Chocolates, and Convenience foods under the theme, ‘The whole world of possibilities.’ Cargill’s booth witnessed strong footfall amid the la ..read more

The India Plant-Based Foods Show 2024, hosted by the Plant Based Food Industry Association (PBFIA), concluded successfully at Bharat Mandapam, Pragati Maidan, New Delhi on the inaugural day of the AAHAR exhibition, 7th March. The event brought together renowned speakers and delegates from various sectors to discuss innovations, challenges, and solutions for plant-based food products. A major highlight of the event was the startup pitch session, where companies such as BTech Pani Puri Wale, Bliss by Anju, and many more presented their ideas to a panel of industry experts and investors. This ses ..read more

The immediate improvements in throughput and efficiencies delivered by a trial of Ishida’s newly launched CCW-AS multihead weigher at Prima Cheese, one of the UK’s largest cheese processors, have led the company to make an immediate purchase of the machine. Established in 1996, Prima Cheese processes enough cheese every minute for 600 pizza toppings. The company’s factory in Seaham, County Durham, produces around 380 different cheese recipes, and as well as being a leading UK supplier, Prima also exports to over 50 countries worldwide. Ishida has been a key partner of Prima Cheese since the co ..read more

At PACK.Nxt in Mumbai in January, Andrew Manly, director of the Active & Intelligent Packaging Industry Association, which partnered the event, emphasized the pivotal role of smart packaging in reducing food waste. Manly highlighted the need for a balanced approach, noting that both food and packaging waste are crucial aspects that require careful consideration. In his presentation, Manly pointed out that the right packaging tailored to specific products can significantly help to save food. Conversely, improper packaging can lead to wastage. He stressed the importance of a balanced strateg ..read more