All Automation, AI & digital manufacturing articles – Page 6
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NewsHow AI can help detect mycotoxins and prevent millions of food poisoning cases
Researchers from the University of South Australia demonstrate how AI and hyperspectral imaging can detect mycotoxins in cereals and nuts, offering a potential solution to prevent millions of food poisoning cases.
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ArticleFSMA 204, psychoactive compounds and more: food safety insights from IAFP 2025
As IAFP 2025 draws to a close, New Food’s Assistant Editor Ben Cornwell highlights four key sessions that shaped this year’s vital food safety discussions.
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WebinarTest more, clean less. Robust LC-MS/MS solutions for demanding food matrices
Discover how advanced LC-MS/MS can deliver robust, low-maintenance performance for food contaminant testing, enabling faster results, high throughput and reliable accuracy across challenging food matrices.
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NewsFrom the floor of IAFP 2025: AI moves beyond hype to deliver concrete food safety solutions
At IAFP 2025, AI was no longer a future concept. Speakers from Ecolab, Creme Global, Chick-fil-A and the FDA shared real-world examples of AI driving improvements in compliance, data integration and risk mitigation across the food supply chain.
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NewsMars invests $2 billion to boost its US food manufacturing operations
Mars has committed to investing $2 billion in its US operations by 2026, expanding production, creating jobs and scaling key brands such as Nature’s Bakery.
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NewsResearchers turn food waste into biodegradable plastic in breakthrough study
Scientists in New York have developed a low-cost, scalable method to transform discarded food into eco-friendly bioplastics using bacteria.
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NewsMcVitie’s owner Pladis commits £68m to UK manufacturing investment and factory modernisation
Pladis’ major UK investment in factory automation and infrastructure aims to increase production capacity, efficiency and reduce emissions.
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ArticleHarnessing AI and innovation for global food safety
Professor Chris Elliott highlights new innovations and new approaches that are joining the dots for a united food-safe future.
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ArticleGLP-1 supplements for weight management: what Vitafoods Europe 2025 taught us
Glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) supplements stole the spotlight at Vitafoods Europe 2025 in vibrant Barcelona (20-22 May). The undeniable impact of GLP-1 agonists on global health and nutrition left no seat unclaimed, as the only appetite left unsuppressed was for clarity on how the drug will shape the nutraceuticals industry.
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ArticleDigitalising pest management: the new frontier for smarter food and drink production
For the food and drink manufacturing sector, managing pest issues is a fundamental pillar in supporting robust operational practices. Here, John Stewart at Pelsis Group reveals how digitalisation can enhance traditional pest control measures for more timely and precise intervention when it’s needed.
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Morrisons reveals major emission cuts across UK farms thanks to data-driven drive
Morrisons achieves 20 percent emissions reduction across its UK supply base through tailored farmer support and innovative data tracking.
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NewsDeliveroo takes to the skies with drone delivery trial in Dublin
Deliveroo partners with Manna to trial drone deliveries in Blanchardstown, targeting faster service to suburban and harder-to-reach locations.
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NewsEuropean food manufacturing technologies coalition launched by four industry leaders
The new coalition, Food Manufacturing Technologies Europe, aims to address industry challenges and amplify the sector’s voice across Europe.
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News41% of UK food and drink manufacturers scale back investment amid economic pressures
Economic pressures, new taxes and rising costs force UK food and drink manufacturers to scale back growth investments, says FDF report.
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NewsFood delivery just got smarter with temperature-controlled robots
Australian students unveil ‘Ari’, a self-driving food delivery robot with heated and cooled compartments to optimise temperature control.
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NewsVertical farming could be key to future protein supply
New research shows vertical farming can deliver high-protein yields while cutting environmental impact, offering real potential for urban food security.
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Co-op issues apology after cyberattack exposes “significant” amount of customer data
Co-op apologises after hackers access personal data of past and current members, though no financial details or passwords were compromised.
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NewsFood industry progress stalled by outdated tech, warns TraceGains
New TraceGains report reveals majority of food and beverage firms still rely on outdated systems despite digital transformation urgency.
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ArticlePutting life-saving adrenaline within reach: Kitt Medical’s allergy response mission
For this month’s Ingredients for Change and to mark Allergy Awareness Week, we speak to Zak Marks, Co-founder and CEO of Kitt Medical, whose personal journey with life-threatening allergies has sparked a national mission to ensure adrenaline is always close at hand, starting with schools and qualifying businesses.
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NewsNew lab to explore food production in space launches into orbit
A new laboratory launched into space this week could hold the key to feeding astronauts on long-term missions to the Moon, Mars and beyond.