ready-to-eat foods

Robotic system removes cores from lettuce heads

August 8, 2019

JBT Corp., Chicago, introduced FTNON CoreTakr, an innovative robotic system that uses advanced 3D camera technology to remove unwanted cores from lettuce heads used in the fresh-cut and ready-to-eat segments.

Anuga 2019 identifies top themes in international new product development

In term of regions, Europe ranks first in terms of introducing new free-from products, whereas in North America compared to Europe, just under half as many new products of this category are introduced.

July 25, 2019

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Koelnmesse GmbH, the Germany-based host of Anuga 2019, which takes place Oct. 5-9 in Germany, identified top themes in international food and beverage development.

Survey: 2 in 3 Millennials skip lunch to "get ahead" at work

This survey also revealed that perceptions of the midday ritual are shifting as the notion of "work-life-balance" becomes increasingly difficult to navigate for the average office worker.

June 10, 2019

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The California Walnut Board & Commission, Folsom, Calif., released survey findings that reveal more than half of Americans don't think about what they're going to eat for lunch until they realize they're hungry.

Study: Ready-to-eat trend boosts frozen meat market

Frozen chicken products is projected to exhibit a 3.5% CAGR from 2017-2026.

May 29, 2019

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The global frozen meat market is projected to climb a steep growth curve in coming years, according to a report published by Transparency Market Research (TMR), Albany, N.Y.

Ocado acquires minority stake in Karakuri

The investment in Karakuri gives Ocado the opportunity to expand its value proposition in grocery.

May 24, 2019

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Ocado, UK, acquired a minority stake in Karakuri, a UK-based robotics company.

Study: Rigid packaging market to reach $755.9B by 2024

The food and beverage industry is expected to account for nearly one-third of the total revenue in the global rigid packaging market thanks to rising demand for ready-to-eat food products.

March 25, 2019

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The global rigid packaging market is projected to reach $755.9 billion by 2024, growing at a steady 3.2% CAGR during 2016-2024, according to a report released by Transparency Market Research, Albany, N.Y.

Mason Wells sells Eddy Packing to Insight Equity

Eddy Packing is a value-added processor of smoked, cooked and fresh pork, beef and poultry products available in refrigerated and frozen formats.

February 14, 2019

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Private equity firm Mason Wells, Milwaukee, Wis., sold Eddy Foods, Inc. (also known as Eddy Packing), Yoakum, Texas, to Insight Equity III LP, Southlake, Texas.

Demand for ready-to-eat processed foods leads to growth in food processing equipment

With the growing preference for healthy food and functional foods, manufacturers are expected to adopt new equipment to fulfill the demand for healthy functional foods and beverages.

January 4, 2019

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Advancements in the food processing industry, innovation in processing technology and continuous growth in the demand for processed food are expected to support growth of food and beverage processing equipment, according to research revealed by MarketsandMarkets, Northbrook, Ill.

Study: Ready-to-eat food market expected to expand CAGR of 7.2% through 2026

The meat and poultry product type is expected to dominate the market in terms of value from 2016-2026.

September 19, 2018

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The global ready-to-eat food products market is projected to register a CAGR of 7.2% during the forecast period of 2016-2026, according to a research report published by Future Market Insights, Valley Cottage, N.Y.

Martin Mitchell is chairman of Certified Laboratories, Melville, N.Y.

Seek & destroy food safety practices in ready-to-eat food plants

When developing an effective seek and destory process, it is important to identify and define whether niche growth of micro-organisms occurs.

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May 10, 2018

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Certified Laboratories discusses food safety practices designed to seek and destroy listeria and other foodborne pathogens in ready-to-eat food processing facilities.