Food safety

Latest Research Reveals What’s Really Keeping Consumers From Eating Fruits and Vegetables

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Friday, April 19, 2024
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But despite the best of intentions, new research from the International Food Information Council (IFIC) reveals significant barriers to produce consumption.

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  • But despite the best of intentions, new research from the International Food Information Council (IFIC) reveals significant barriers to produce consumption.
  • Keeping food safe (70%) and the use of pesticides (60%) are top concerns when considering how food is grown.
  • Nutritional content, use of agricultural technology, environmental sustainability, animal welfare, and farm workers welfare were other listed concerns consumers factor into their purchase decisions.
  • “Low intake of fruits and vegetables by Americans is not a new phenomenon—it’s been chronically low for decades,” explained Reinhardt Kapsak.

Shanghai Hi-Dolphin's Cofe+ Robot Café Completes Series A Funding Round with Leading Investors

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
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Shanghai , April 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The artificial intelligence company in the coffee industry, "Shanghai Hi-Dolphin Robot Technology Co., Ltd.," has officially announced the completion of its Series A funding round, led by renowned investor Yu Fangbiao.

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  • Shanghai , April 17, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The artificial intelligence company in the coffee industry, "Shanghai Hi-Dolphin Robot Technology Co., Ltd.," has officially announced the completion of its Series A funding round, led by renowned investor Yu Fangbiao.
  • This marks the first time Hi-Dolphin has initiated a Series A funding round since completing two pre-A rounds within a week in August 2021, setting a record for the fastest funding in the industry.
  • Shanghai Hi-Dolphin Robot Technology Co., Ltd. has developed a series of AI products called Cofe+, including the fully intelligent Robot Café, Robot Café Bar, Robot Coffee Counter, and Street Corner Robot Coffee Shop.
  • Artificial intelligence, represented by Cofe+ Robot, is triggering the fifth industrial revolution, leading the global physical economy into a new era of "lightness."

NOMADX Holdings LLC Launches to Commercialize its Rapid and Highly Sensitive Biological and Chemical Detection Platform and Portfolio of Automated Testing Applications

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Wednesday, May 1, 2024
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Chris Wilson, WCV partner and a 30-year senior partner of a multi-billion-dollar hedge fund, has been appointed Chairman of the NOMADX Board.

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  • Chris Wilson, WCV partner and a 30-year senior partner of a multi-billion-dollar hedge fund, has been appointed Chairman of the NOMADX Board.
  • “NOMADX aims to commercialize a new generation of powerful detection systems that will enable anyone to perform accurate, rapid, and cost-effective environmental and biological testing.
  • The cartridge and sample, after testing, can be retained for confirmatory testing, as the NOMADX protocol is non-destructive to the sample.
  • The NOMADX platform pipeline will expand to include early detection in the field of oncology and rare diseases, as well as potential therapeutics for companion diagnostics.

PointClickCare Enhances the Senior Living Experience with New Purpose-Built Solutions

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Monday, April 29, 2024
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From April 29 – May 1, the company will be exhibiting its latest solutions including Pharmacy Connect , PointClickCare Connect for Senior Living, and Mealtime Solutions, a brand-new all-in-one foodservice management technology, powered by MealSuite.

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  • From April 29 – May 1, the company will be exhibiting its latest solutions including Pharmacy Connect , PointClickCare Connect for Senior Living, and Mealtime Solutions, a brand-new all-in-one foodservice management technology, powered by MealSuite.
  • As part of its effort to further empower senior living providers to become the community of choice for residents and staff alike, PointClickCare will showcase these new innovations, which have been specifically designed to meet the unique needs of senior living communities.
  • Argentum Senior Living Executive Conference brings together thousands of senior living professionals, operators, owners, executives, and community leaders for an elevated educational experience that recognizes the unique challenges facing senior living professionals today.
  • To learn more about how PointClickCare’s purpose-built solutions can help to enable greater success and collaboration for senior living communities, click here .

Global Non-meat Ingredients Industry Research 2024-2029: Technological Advancements to Develop New Product Lines, Growth of Indian Processed Market, & Rising Demand from Fast-Food Chains - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Friday, April 26, 2024
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As consumers become more adventurous in their food choices, the demand for non-meat ingredients has increased rapidly.

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  • As consumers become more adventurous in their food choices, the demand for non-meat ingredients has increased rapidly.
  • These ingredients play a crucial role in enhancing the flavor, texture, and overall quality of processed meat products.
  • Plant-derived ingredients may have limited availability, seasonality, and variability in quality, while animal-derived ingredients may pose ethical and cultural concerns.
  • The prevalence of large fast-food chains further drives the demand for processed meat products in the US market.

Trace Register and ReposiTrak Announce Alliance to Help Retailers, Wholesalers and Seafood Suppliers with FSMA 204 Food Traceability

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Thursday, April 25, 2024
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Trace Register, the seafood industry’s top provider of full-chain traceability and data management services, and ReposiTrak (NYSE: TRAK), the world’s largest food traceability and regulatory compliance network, today announced their work together to advance FSMA 204 compliance for retailers, wholesalers and seafood suppliers.

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  • Trace Register, the seafood industry’s top provider of full-chain traceability and data management services, and ReposiTrak (NYSE: TRAK), the world’s largest food traceability and regulatory compliance network, today announced their work together to advance FSMA 204 compliance for retailers, wholesalers and seafood suppliers.
  • The fast, easy exchange of FDA-required Key Data Elements (KDEs) is now possible between seafood suppliers and the retailers and wholesalers they serve.
  • During that same time, ReposiTrak has built a network of 30,000 companies (including more than 1,000 seafood suppliers) sharing regulatory, financial and compliance documentation, as well as traceability data to meet the requirements of the FDA’s FSMA 204 food traceability law.
  • The ReposiTrak Traceability Network is the world’s first operating FSMA 204 food traceability solution, used by more than 5,000 retail locations, 2,000 suppliers and dozens of distribution centers.

International Dairy Queen Hires New Research and Development Executive

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Tuesday, April 23, 2024
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International Dairy Queen, Inc. (IDQ) today announced Jane Friedrich joined the company as executive vice president, research and development, reporting to the president and CEO.

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  • International Dairy Queen, Inc. (IDQ) today announced Jane Friedrich joined the company as executive vice president, research and development, reporting to the president and CEO.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240423449772/en/
    Jane Friedrich, executive vice president, research and development at International Dairy Queen (Photo: Business Wire)
    “Our success is built upon developing and innovating new treat and hot food products that attract new customers and keep existing fans coming back for more,” said Troy Bader, president and CEO at International Dairy Queen.
  • “Jane’s decades of increasingly successful research and development experience paired with leadership in food safety and quality, position her well to lead and grow our global business to the next level.”
    “I am excited to join International Dairy Queen at a time when growth is a strategic business priority,” said Jane Friedrich, EVP, research and development at International Dairy Queen.
  • Friedrich is a published researcher, holds several patents, and serves as the executive chair of the Food Fortification Initiative executive management team.

GigNet and IotaComm to Collaborate on Internet-of-Things (IoT) Solutions for the Mexican Caribbean

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Monday, April 22, 2024
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View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240422405918/en/

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240422405918/en/
    IoT encompasses a wide range of connected devices and sensors that provide real-time monitoring and controls.
  • GigNet operates over 450 kilometers of fiber-optic network assets in the Mexican Caribbean, serving over 470 enterprise clients and nearly 6,000 residential customers across a growing number of new residential development communities.
  • IotaComm delivers impactful IoT solutions that produce data-driven results for smart spaces, smart territories, and smart infrastructure.
  • GigNet and IotaComm will implement IoT applications for a wide variety of enterprise and residential developer clients, with an initial focus on the hospitality market.

UNFI Chooses Samsara to Accelerate Progress in Fleet Safety and Sustainability

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Thursday, April 18, 2024
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Samsara Inc. ("Samsara") (NYSE: IOT), the pioneer of the Connected Operations™ Cloud, today announced United Natural Foods, Inc. (NYSE: UNFI), the largest full-service grocery wholesaling partner in North America, chose Samsara to achieve new sustainability and safety progress.

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  • Samsara Inc. ("Samsara") (NYSE: IOT), the pioneer of the Connected Operations™ Cloud, today announced United Natural Foods, Inc. (NYSE: UNFI), the largest full-service grocery wholesaling partner in North America, chose Samsara to achieve new sustainability and safety progress.
  • UNFI has adopted Samsara Vehicle Telematics, Asset Gateways, Environmental Monitors, and Video-Based Safety.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240418172618/en/
    “The safety, efficiency, and sustainability improvements UNFI will make with Samsara will help us change our business for the better.
  • “UNFI is taking incredible steps to improve North America's food system, accelerate its sustainability efforts, and increase associate safety,” said Lara Caimi, President of Worldwide Field Operations at Samsara.

High-Pressure Processing Equipment Market Report 2024: Global and Regional Analysis, 2023-2033 with HIPERBARIC, JBT, ThyssenKrupp, and EXDIN Solutions Dominating - ResearchAndMarkets.com

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Wednesday, April 17, 2024
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The "High-Pressure Processing Equipment Market: A Global and Regional Analysis, 2023-2033" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "High-Pressure Processing Equipment Market: A Global and Regional Analysis, 2023-2033" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • HIPERBARIC, thyssenkrupp AG, and JBT are some of the leading players globally in the high-pressure processing equipment Market.
  • High-pressure processing equipment systems with vessel volumes ranging from 100 to 300 liters are often considered medium-scale high-pressure processing equipment.
  • Competitive Strategy: The key players in the high-pressure processing equipment market analyzed and profiled in the study include high-pressure processing equipment manufacturers.