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COVER STORY:

2022 Plant of the Year
Bell & Evans earned our 2022 award by establishing a new benchmark for innovation and efficiency in a poultry plant, while elevating employee and animal welfare.

August 2022  •  Vol. 94, No. 8

Contents

production forecasting:

Taking control of production through forecasting
The forecasting sources and tools you need to help optimize your operation.

equipment and technology:

What’s cooking
The latest cooking equipment and technology can help food processors meet demanding sustainability goals and operate more efficiently.

cybersecurity:

Getting rid of cybersecurity vulnerabilities
Having a plan for IT and OT system security and a response to any intrusion will help thwart cyberattacks.

Features

FOOD SAFETY:

The role of sampling in quality management

Columns

Engineering R&D

Natural packaging material that’s biodegradable, bactericidal and waterproof

Manufacturing News

Knowing vulnerabilities in OT systems can help cybersecurity efforts

Regulatory Watch

New HACCP model now available for raw non-intact egg products

New Plant Products

Robotics

Nuts & Bolts

Specialty food industry report; hybrid marketplaces

People & Industry News

The people and companies making headlines today

Manufacturing Plant Openings

Food processing facility openings and expansions

FOOD PACKAGING

Cannabis market trends, hemp-infused drinks, organic CBD mints

Field Report

Preserving beef jerky’s quality through technology

Dry Processing FIELD REPORT

Tubular chain conveyor helps TruFood for line efficiency and safety

Dry Processing PRODUCTS

Departments

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