Inflation and changing consumer habits forced companies to get creative in terms of maintaining margins, and pet food is going strong.

PBNA tripled its local warehouse footprint with the relocation of its former downtown Nashville distribution warehouse facility.

The conveyor’s lanes combine product, making a mixed variety of can or bottle flavors to create a multi-flavor case pack.

The pace of M&A activity in the food and beverage sector has trended much slower in 2024 compared to recent years, but several indicators suggest a pickup in activity.

The incredibly demanding operating application and washdown conditions, along with food safety concerns and regulations, have driven a shift toward IP69K-rated products.

Machine vision technology is emerging as a transformative force in driving productivity, enhancing quality control and revolutionizing packaging inspection processes.

Connectivity provides manufacturing plant operations many advantages like increased productivity, faster identification and remediation of quality defects, and better collaboration across functional areas. However, this connectivity is dramatically increasing smart factories’ vulnerabilities and leaving them exposed to cybersecurity threats.

As food and beverage manufacturers seek solutions to reduce operational costs and decarbonize, they may be surprised to find the answer in a solution that’s nearly a century old: absorption cooling.

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Phrases such as “artificial intelligence” and “machine learning” are dominating headlines – and boardroom discussions – but what do they really mean? And more importantly, what can they do for food and beverage manufacturers?

By embracing TSN, food and beverage companies not only improve their OEE but also set the stage for a future where production lines are not just automated but intelligently interconnected and extremely flexible.

The Modesto expansion is the second largest capital project in the company’s history.

The expanded facility includes the addition of a new single-serve aseptic juice production line and a 104,000-sq.-ft. distribution center.

The Texas Department of Insurance, Division of Workers' Compensation (DWC) recognized Tyler Beverages with the Lone Star Safety Program Award on July 19, 2024, for its exemplary workplace health and safety programs and low rates of work-related injuries and illnesses.

The private-label line features a range of nutritious yet tempting snack options.

Company commits to not engage in advertising primarily directed to children under age 13.

EnWave Corp. announced that it has signed an Equipment Purchase Agreement with Dole Worldwide Food & Beverage Group to supply a 120kW Radiant Energy Vacuum dehydration processing line that will materially increase Dole’s vacuum-microwave processing capabilities.

Sweegen’s footprint in Europe became stronger after the European Union Commission published its approval of Sweegen’s non-GMO Signature Bestevia Rebaudioside M (Reb M) for use in food and beverages.

CitruSweet, ThauSweet bring lingering sweetness without the need to mask afternotes.

With plant-based ingredients in high demand, formulators oftentimes are turning to hydrocolloid solutions to deliver the stabilization these beverages need.

Today, as people are increasingly seeking out ways that proactively support overall well-being, experts note that citrus ingredients that contain vitamin C continue to attract attention.

With the functional beverage space growing dramatically, experts note that consumer interest in botanicals and adaptogens is on the rise.

Although cannabis beverages still are a niche market, the interest in this space remains expansive as ingredient suppliers have advanced the quality of CBD, THC and hemp solutions.

More consumers are engaging in the active nutrition community, offering more opportunities for protein fortification. Suppliers are developing animal- and plant-based protein solutions to meet this growing demand. 

As health and wellness remains top of mind, brands are turning to exotic fruits to deliver exciting, unique flavor options.

With no shortage of contributing factors for Americans’ rising stress levels, ingredient suppliers are turning to holistic ingredients that promote relaxation and stress relief to help beverage-makers meet consumers’ growing need states.

As consumers more closely scrutinize beverage labels, recognizable, from nature hydrocolloids have become an essential part of beverage development.

With rising consumer demand for drinks made with natural ingredients, experts note that beverage-makers are turning to fruit and vegetable ingredients to deliver functional drinks that meet consumers’ growing need states.

As consumers rapidly switch to healthier alternatives and embrace prevention as a tool for living a better lifestyle, experts note that interest in botanicals and adaptogens is on the rise. 

Experts note that beverage-makers are interested in using CBD, THC and/or hemp ingredients in product formulations. 

Experts suggest that beverage brands can further innovate their portfolios by offering plant-based protein-fortified alternatives within various beverage categories. 

Classic flavors of chocolate, vanilla and strawberry allow beverage-makers to appeal to consumer nostalgia.

As health and wellness trends continue to be a driving factor in the beverage industry, experts highlight how exotic fruits’ functional attributes and unique flavor profiles have growing appeal.

As consumers cope with stress and anxiety, they are turning to beverages to induce relaxation and support healthy sleep cycles.

Although hydrocolloids do not provide specific health benefits, experts note that their functional attributes make many of the trendy, health-forward drinks possible.

As functional beverages remain in demand, experts highlight how masking ingredients are essential in formulations by enhancing a beverage’s overall drinking experience.

As consumers continue to demand more than hydration from their beverages, manufacturers are turning to new ways to deliver on functionality and clean label preferences.

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Experts note that advanced robotics, AI technologies can transform warehouses, making beverage operations more dynamic, agile, responsive and safe.

From an operations perspective, safety is an important investment in the warehouse.

From an operations perspective, constant change syndrome has impacted how asset utilization is fulfilled in warehouses today, with engineers striving to keep the percentage high.

As more Gen Zers reach the legal drinking age, experts highlight how this younger generation is driving variety and innovation in the beverage alcohol market.

Although John’s column will no longer be part of Beverage Industry, he left a legacy with us and you the readers that was just as impressive as his time on earth. 

A budding marketing opportunity for brand owners, NIL is gaining traction, but as beverage companies look to engage in this realm, it is important to understand the dynamics.

In the consumer packaged goods space there’s no shortage of celebrity-backed products, particularly beverages. Although proliferating across all segments, alcohol brands are seeing the most activity.

Honey has a rich history in beverage alcohol whether it’s with the creation of meads — a honey wine — or its addition to whiskey. Now the ingredient is finding itself in more spirits categories as brands look to differentiate.

Beverage packaging and manufacturing operations have married speed and accuracy to inspect and protect today’s beverages through a variety of applications and environments.

Sustainability and on-the-go consumption are among the key packaging influencing coding technology as these solutions look to support high line speeds and varying pack sizes.

Although safety is a top priority when it comes to labeling, trends in beverage labeling materials — mainly sustainability — also are greatly impacting labeling equipment. 

With market trends, SKU proliferation and more, experts highlight how flexible can filling and seaming equipment works to fill a variety of container sizes, while ensuring product safety.