Tim Holmes, head of quality at international distiller and brewer Diageo, speaks about his role as chairman of judges at this year’s Ecotrophelia UK and why the competition is so important.
Food and beverage processors need to focus on advanced inspection systems to help improve yield, product quality and consistency, according to Eagle Product Inspection.
As with other food businesses, the dairy industry is gradually moving towards automation, but in a way that respects some time-honoured production methods.
Food manufacturers should consider implementing cloud-based applications for MES (manufacturing execution systems) that can deliver value on the shop floor much more cheaply and quickly.
Preventing recalls and mitigating their potential financial and reputational costs are key topics that will be addressed in a free webinar from Food Manufacture.
Food and drink start-ups are being encouraged to apply for a chance to win up to €500k (£429k) and a place on a six-month bespoke accelerator programme.
Despite the challenge posed by the rise in plant-based diets, the meat industry is holding its own and, galvanised into standing its ground in the face of a negative media, has started to take positive action.
The new Government must force the food industry to make further reductions in salt by introducing legislation or financial penalties, leading campaigners have claimed.
