Modified atmosphere is a common technical definition that describes the practice of modifying the composition of the internal atmosphere of a package, most commonly food packages, in order to improve
The future of the microwaveable-packaging market has pushed well beyond traditional trays and bags. That said, the main goal in designing an ideal microwaveable package is to develop a product
The increasing awareness of the danger of foodborne pathogens has promoted the search for new cost-effective methods of post-packaging pasteurization (PPP), especially in the meat and poultry industry. Thus, several
A few years ago, The National Provisioner polled several plant engineers and operations managers in an effort to salute their contributions that keep the nation’s food-plant machinery and processing
As the term co-pack implies, two parties are involved — two entities who must cooperate with one another. “Sometimes this marriage between marketer and manufacturer works seamlessly, and other
The world is changing. Society is increasingly aware that consumption and production need to be more sustainable. That said, it is now generally recognized that the management of environmental impact
The majority of sophisticated consumers are looking for high-quality, value-added meat and poultry products. Not only are consumers continuing to be more and more accepting of exotic flavors, but they
Meat and poultry workers are injured in a variety of ways, and their injury rates, though declining, remain among some of the highest of any industry. They work in hazardous
While the market has lagged with respect to breakfast menu-item launches, in 2006, midscale restaurants stepped up to the plate in the children’s menu category, posting a 41-percent increase in the
A high standard of hygiene is a prerequisite for safe food production, and the foundation on which HACCP and other safety management systems depend. Experts agree that integrated hygiene and