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Advances in bakery pans help streamline production

Pan release agents aim for better environmental health, while washers target versatility

March 13, 2020

Companies that make pans for the baking industry, whether for breads, baguettes, muffins, cookies, cakes, pies, etc., are focused on issues like larger sizes, a desire for energy and material efficiency, stick resistance, and the ability to help produce specialty and artisanal products.

Upcycled Food Association launches with growing membership, plans for 2020

New trade association reduces food waste by growing upcycled food industry, works towards product certification program

February 28, 2020

After a recent launch last October at the ReFED Food Waste Summit, the Upcycled Food Association (UFA), has grown to more than 35 Members and Associate Members, with plans to create an upcycled food certification this year.

Cambrian Innovation acquires Baswood and accelerates progress towards sustainable industrial wastewater management

Together the two entities provide a full suite of next-gen biological treatment capabilities

February 13, 2020

Cambrian Innovation, a commercial provider of distributed wastewater and resource recovery solutions, has successfully acquired Baswood, an expert in technology-based wastewater and biosolids management.

Consumer environmental concerns drive food processors toward sustainability

Sustainable and responsible

Steve French

February 12, 2020

It comes as no surprise that consumers have become more environmentally and sustainably conscious in recent years.

DS Smith opens industry-leading box manufacturing plant to fulfill consumer demand for more sustainable boxes

One of the world's most sophisticated facilities will boost production of lighter-weight and 'fit-to-product' packaging

January 31, 2020

In a single day, DS Smith’s new state-of-the art box manufacturing plant is able to produce more than 17 million square feet of lightweight recyclable packaging—enough to overlay the entire Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Bakery predictions for 2020

January 22, 2020

Snack Food & Wholesale Bakery was recently able to talk to Jonathan Davis, SVP of innovation, La Brea Bakery, Los Angeles, about upcoming bakery trends for 2020.

What's in your sustainability tool kit?

Key considerations for brands and OEMs implementing eco-friendly packaging solutions

Jorge Izquierdo

January 18, 2020

The move toward sustainable practices, products and materials is no longer on the horizon but ever-present.

California almond community announces pollinator protection plan

January 15, 2020

The plan consists of important initiatives aimed at protecting bees during almond bloom and beyond.

MADISON GREEN environmentally-friendly all-purpose cleaner

December 25, 2019

Madison Chemical introduces MADISON GREEN, a mildly alkaline, environmentally friendly, biodegradable general-purpose cleaner that is highly effective on greasy and waxy soils, such as; conveyors, floors, packaging equipment, etc.

Almond Board fueling farm of the future with $5.9M research investment

December 18, 2019

The Almond Board of California (ABC) has announced an investment of $5.9 million dollars in 85 independent research projects exploring next-generation farming practices.