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31. Is The Internet Of Things The Food Safety Solution Of The Future? 6/11/2015

    With the ability to enable enhanced monitoring across the supply chain and provide detailed documentation in real-time, the Internet of Things could be a solution for improving food safety and traceability in the not-so-distant future.

32. Are GRAS Determinations Undermining The FDA? 6/10/2015

    Tasked with keeping consumers safe from all varieties of food risks, the FDA is under continuous pressure to stay informed about what exactly is in the food supply, but industry GRAS determinations are making that objective exceedingly difficult to reach.

33. Implementing ERP Systems: What Food Makers Need To Know 6/9/2015

    An ERP system is an important element for many food-making businesses, but whether the firm is large or small, there are some important factors to consider when making a first-time purchase or upgrading to a new system.

34. Food Online's Top 10 Of May 6/9/2015

    What was most important to our readers in May? Take a look back at last month by reviewing the 10 most-popular articles that appeared on Food Online.

35. Does Your Food Product Require Cold Chain Management? 6/9/2015

    Not all the products you think require cold chain shipping and storage actually do. However, determining if your products should utilize cold chain logistics isn’t just a guessing game, it entails controlled, science-based analysis.

36. Environmental Concerns Equate To Growth For The Green Packaging Market 6/4/2015

    With advancements in packaging technology and growing concerns over the environmental impact of food product packaging, the green and sustainable packaging market is slated to show consistent growth through 2021.

37. The White House And FDA Issue Rule On Responsible Antibiotic Use In Animals 6/4/2015

    The Obama administration has issued its new rules regarding antibiotic use in meat and poultry production. Consumer groups have applauded the action, but indicate that the rules may not be tight enough.

38. Kroger Wins For Food Temperature Innovation 6/4/2015

    Kroger, the largest supermarket chain in the United States, has just received recognition for their stores' technology and innovation for consumer food safety. The retailer announced on June 3 via press release that their company was named a winner of the 2015 CIO 100 Award by International Data Group's CIO Magazine.  Kroger won due to their FAST Alerts, a state-of-the-art food temperature monitoring system the retailer uses in their stores, and will be presented with the award in Colorado this August in a formal ceremony.

39. Cutting Costs Through Better Supply Chain Visibility 6/3/2015

    In a tight business environment, such as the food industry, cost reduction is always a top priority. Establishing more efficient transportation logistics through enhanced visibility can reduce your food supply chain transportation costs.

40. Why Is Flexibility In Food Metal Detection Important? 6/3/2015

    Most metal detection systems have a range of detection capabilities, detecting all types of metal regardless of shape. However, in the highly-competitive food industry, you may demand great performance capabilities from your food product inspection system.