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INNEO is a peptide-based antimicrobial processing aid. USDA’s No Objection Letter enables U.S. meat and poultry processors to use INNEO both as a surface treatment and directly within the food matrix of comminuted products. 

Some EU and UK food law changes in development could arrive sooner than expected, and others will take more time to go into effect. This article discusses food law changes to watch for in 2026.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is making progress on its planned endeavor to take a closer look at substances added to or otherwise found in food and food contact materials. 

Sabert Corporation Europe has launched a line of fully home compostable and recyclable foodservice packaging that is free from intentionally added per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and compliant with forthcoming EU sustainability regulations.

From food additive bans and obligatory food packaging changes to consumer right-to-know laws and labeling requirements, keeping abreast of the flurry of legislative and policy activity that is impacting the food industry may seem like an impossible task. This article discusses what you need to know and how best to prepare for upcoming food safety changes.

WITT Gas has introduced its latest generation of MEM+ gas mixers, now featuring enhanced connectivity options and advanced control capabilities to optimize process efficiency and maintain safety during the mixing of non-flammable gases in thermal processing environments.

The Compact Integrated Xenon Lamp (CIXL) from XENON Corporation is a fully integrated, plug-and-play system that delivers pulsed light—a technology that provides food processors with a non-chemical method for pathogen control on food contact materials and food packaging.

The new COMPASS optical sorter from Key Technology combines high-performance foreign material contamination detection and removal with gentle, hygienic product handling to help processors enhance food safety and operational efficiency.

Tetra Pak has unveiled the first-ever use of its paper-based barrier technology for a juice packaging application by García Carrión. The Tetra Brik Aseptic Slim Leaf carton comprises 92 percent renewable materials and reduces carbon footprint by 43 percent.

Newly integrated corrective and preventive action (CAPA) workflows help food and beverage manufacturers identify, address, and prevent non-conformances.