3M, St. Paul, Minn., launched the 3M microbial luminescence system UHT beverage screen kit, a new rapid test for ultra-high temperature (UHT) and extended shelf life (ESL) beverages.

Raw fruit and vegetables experienced an increased shelf life by up to one day in a study that involved produce being sprayed with an electrically-charged solution that kills bacteria responsible for spoilage.

MOCON’s ESL milk spoilage test helps dairy processors like Arla Foods improve dairy hygiene across the entire value chain, from dairy farm to packaging and transport.

Tetra Pak, Vernon Hills, Ill., launched Tetra Alsafe for extended shelf-life (ESL) production, an automated tank with constant temperature control that preserves product quality between processing and packaging.

Shamrock Farms, Phoenix, Ariz., began construction on a new $50 million state-of-the-art dairy manufacturing facility in Virginia.