Washing dishes at home is a reasonably straightforward process. Clean off the food from the plates, wash them with soap and water, then dry them until everything is visibly clean. Although this is a good start, you couldn’t perform the same process in food processing facilities. Just because a surface is visibly clean doesn’t mean it is. Certain bacteria, such as Salmonella and Escherichia coli (E.coli), resist soaps and detergents. Cleaning food processing equipment requires specialized products and techniques due to their larger and distinctive nature.  That’s why these facilities ..read more

On today’s episode we are talking about the Canadian Food Innovation Network (CFIN), CFIN’s career resource library, Jamil’s career story and cool innovation happening in Canada. Our guest today is Jamil Karim, Director of Communications for CFIN. CFIN helps to fund transformative foodtech projects, stimulate collaboration, and foster a growing community of food and beverage professionals. They connect the Canadian food and beverage ecosystem to new ideas, opportunities, and technologies to increase collaboration and position Canada as a global leader in food innovation. Jamil combines more th ..read more

By: Shivali Naicker As a high school student at the height of the pandemic, I, like many others, found myself immersed in the world of virtual classrooms and online education. However, the transition was far from smooth; distractions at home and the strong sense of separation from the typical school atmosphere made this a difficult period for me and countless others. Nonetheless, within the turmoil, the skills developed from navigating remote learning were crucial in providing a foundation for success in the professional world, where remote work is now a standard. The COVID-19 pandemic brought ..read more

On today’s episode we are talking about building a career journey into the tea industry, the differences about blended and single origin teas, fostering a sense of continuous learning and problem-solving techniques which are pivotal for his consulting pursuits in the tea industry and advice for those looking to go into the tea industry.  Our guest today is William (Billy) Dietz, author or the book Spill the Tea. Billy has been in love with the tea industry since he first discovered the health benefits of tea back in high school. Billy has over 15 years of career knowledge. Which has amas ..read more

Food dehydration is a preservation technique that reduces moisture content in foods to extend shelf life. Not only is food dehydration available to industries but also accessible to consumers, who can easily purchase food dehydrators from stores. The process can take four to ten hours and examples of dried foods include fruit leathers or rolls, herbs, and beef jerky. Food dehydration, however, does have limitations as dairy and high-fat foods are prone to bacterial growth and rapid spoilage and thus are unsuitable for dehydration. Despite this limitation, food dehydration has numerous advantag ..read more

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According to Centers for Disease and Control Prevention (CDC), it is estimated that one in every 25 packaged grocery store chickens contains Salmonella bacteria. This statistic serves as a reminder of the persistent hurdles faced in upholding food safety standazrds within the poultry supply chain. Now, let’s unravel the intricate web of measures implemented in the poultry industry to protect consumers (and our feathered friends of course) from the notorious Salmonella threat! What is Salmonella? Salmonella is a type of bacteria that can cause food poisoning and poses a sign ..read more

On today’s episode, we discuss the fields of packaging and project management, lessons learned in managing teams, and the importance of staying curious. Our guest is Karen Aranha, Innovation & Commercialization Project Manager at The Hershey Company. Karen graduated with a Bachelors’s Degree from the University of Mumbai in Packaging and Printing Technology. After gaining some experience in the field she obtained a Master’s Degree in Packaging Science from Rochester Institute of Technology. After graduating, she worked for the Packaging Corporation of America as a packaging engineer, devel ..read more

Have you ever wondered how our daily food and beverages are made? Well, the answer lies in the food and beverage processing industry, which is responsible for transforming agricultural products into the delicious and diverse products we enjoy every day. From meat, seafood, and beverages to fruits, vegetables, and bakery items, this industry covers a wide range of activities and products. In this article, we will explore the various sectors within the food and beverage processing industry, examine them more closely, and examine the delicious food products they produce. What is the food and beve ..read more