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Helping the food and beverage industry stay on top of news and trends.
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The Healthiest Podcast on the Internet! We talk about all things Health Promotion, particularly as they relate to the CAF - in essence giving you a little "Food For Thought" on topics that range from stress, sleep, the impact of the built environment, how to be an HP Ambassador (even if that seems hard and somewhat terrifiying), we'll talk about inclusion and othering and why the latter needs to be avoided. We have conversations with different health and helping professionals and we even hav ...
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Podcast discussing interesting topics in current news, philosophy and physics.
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This podcast is basically giving people food for thought that they can use to benefit there lives in any way they see fit. Feel free to have a seat at the table as we discuss various topics. Like parenting, relationships, grown men/grown woman issues. How to deal with our children as they act out in school, And most importantly love, or should I say our lack there of. Not all the food that you taste at this table may be good for you. Some of this food you may find a little uncomfortable to d ...
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Welcome to the Food for thought podcast podcast, I will be bringing you as much up to date information on topics related to food and health, with science backed research and the occasional guest.
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Food safety remains one of the issues that keeps food and beverage processors up at night, and many experts in the field will suggest that, by building a strong food safety culture, processors can drive successful implementation and execution of their food safety strategies across all operations. Sharon Beals, current owner of SKKB LLC and former f…
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When you think about going to Dental at CFB Edmonton, you might be thinking about the last time you flossed or how it's time to get that cavity filled or for that root canal. But when you're there, do you notice anything...different? We did. When my colleagues in Health Promotion came back from a meeting there, they were singing the praises of the …
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Regulatory Leaders Discuss Points of Concern Around Latest Bird Flu Outbreak at Food Safety Summit
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In this bonus audio, Food Processing senior editor Andy Hanacek asks what has various federal agencies particularly concerned about the most recent outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) during a Town Hall panel at the Food Safety Summit in Rosemont, Ill. To read the news article summarizing the Town Hall takeaways, visit www.foodproc…
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Mushrooms, Tinned Fish and 'The Turducken of Confections' Help Set the Trends at Natural Products Expo West
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Food Processing editor-in-chief Dave Fusaro stops by the studios to discuss his trip to Natural Products Expo West. Fusaro is a veteran attendee of the show, and he’ll recount the sights — and tastes — that caught his eye while in Anaheim this spring. From mushroom-based products to tinned fish, Fusaro discusses a variety of products exhibitors had…
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Today’s episode is sponsored by Loadsmart In this episode, George Swartz, vice president of sales for Loadsmart’s Transportation Solutions Group, talks about the logistics challenges that food and beverage processors face currently, as well as the trends leading operations into the future. Swartz also offers his viewpoints on how the industry can m…
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In this episode of the Food For Thought podcast, Andy Hanacek, senior editor of Food Processing, joins the editors of several brands in the Endeavor Business Media family, of which Food Processing is a member, to discuss what the outcome of the upcoming presidential election could mean for the various segments of the manufacturing industry they cov…
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Having recently retired from her role as chief strategy and brand officer for Bon Appetit Management Co., Maisie Ganzler still has a special place in her heart for helping the food and beverage industry reach its sustainability potential. Ganzler remains a strategic advisor for Bon Appetit, but she also has published a book titled, “You Can’t Marke…
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Amanda Buonopane, senior manager of strategic insights for Rich Products, says social gatherings are in flux, and Rich’s sees consumer preferences shifting accordingly. In this episode of the podcast, Buonopane shares the research Rich’s has gathered around the eating occasions that come with social gatherings today, and also shares some of the ana…
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Hello Feasters!!! Come to the table this week as I have a moment of clarity when it comes to my parenting. My son taught me a lesson when we visited a local basketball park. And it made me look at socializing a little different when it comes to making friends in different age groups. I find that Kids can make friends just by like the same activitie…
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It's March meaning that there are many themes happening - Nutrition Month which we've covered before, but it's also Social Work month, Addictions month, Neurodiversity month and I want to talk about all of them, as well as throw in some props for Sleep. Christie Mellan, Addictions Counsellor and Social Worker from CAF Health Services joins me to ta…
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Brett Erickson, director of Prepared and Packaged Solutions for Certified Angus Beef, discusses how value-added product trends are driving changes for consumers, foodservice operators and processors — and how innovation is helping to push the envelope further. Additionally, Erickson offers his insights into how CAB and the industry can adjust to co…
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Eric Mittenthal, chief strategy officer for the North American Meat Institute, joined me during last month’s International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) in Atlanta. We discussed the Institute’s Protein PACT initiative, its success thus far and goals moving forward, as well as what any segment of the food industry can learn from how Protein PA…
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When you think about Mountain Ram - what comes to mind? Grit, determination, a never give up attitude? These are things that our guest on this episode has in spades, but she also has some really great common sense approaches not only to how you can finish Mountain Ram, not once, but 6 times, but also how those same principles can help you be health…
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Hello Feasters!!! Happy new year to you all. Come to the table for the first episode of the year as I discuss what it was like to meet my Dad for the first time at the age of 22. It was quite an experience. And I would like to share it with you on today’s episode. We’re kicking off the new year with a bang. So meet me at the table. And I hope you b…
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Challenges and Opportunities in Export Markets for U.S. Food, Beverage and Agricultural Products
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Food Processing attended the International Production & Processing Expo, or IPPE, in Atlanta, and participated in a news conference with Alexis Taylor, under secretary for trade and foreign agricultural affairs at USDA. With the small group of journalists in attendance, under secretary Taylor offered her thoughts on the export markets currently, an…
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How do you define mental health? Mental Fitness? Resilience? Do you know when to fold 'em and when to run - and I'm not talking about if you've got nothing but a pair here? Mental Health is more than a buzz word, but are we really getting the message and doing what we need to do to be there, offer help, know where to go for help or perhaps hardest …
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Cindy Wu, vice president of marketing for Sukhi’s Gourmet Indian Food, joins us for this episode of the Food For Thought podcast. In today’s episode, she and Andy Hanacek discuss the growth in popularity of Indian cuisine and how Sukhi’s is doing its part to help build growth in those flavors and styles in the U.S. In addition, Wu offers her insigh…
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Trisha McRoberts, corporate vice president and chief procurement officer for Golden State Foods, joins us for this episode of the Food For Thought podcast to share her insights on sustainable sourcing and packaging. Where does the industry stand after years of innovation and advancement, what is holding North American consumers and companies back, …
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In our latest cover story, we profiled the rise of JBS USA from its creation in 2007 through parent company JBS S.A.'s acquisition of Swift & Co., to today's successes, leading to the company being named Food Processing's 2023 Processor of the Year. Senior editor Andy Hanacek dictates the story, which was written for our November/December 2023 prin…
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In this episode, Andy Hanacek, senior editor of Food Processing, reads his cover story feature from the October 2023 issue, detailing the successful sustainability initiatives of Hormel Foods' Fontanini Foods plant in McCook, Ill., in case you missed it or would rather listen to it. Article Written By: Andy Hanacek Read By: Andy Hanacek Read the ar…
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Sorry folks - things happen and we weren't able to get the December episode recorded. But fear not - we will be back in January with a slightly modified version! Seasons greetings from all of us in Health Promotion, can't wait to get back out there with more great information about anything and everything as it pertains to health! Cheers! Thanks fo…
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This episode is the second in a two-part series sponsored by RSM. Listen to Part 1 here. When it comes to innovative technology, today is a great time be in the food and beverage processing industry, as it wrestles with the future: a future driven by automation, the digital and data revolution, artificial intelligence and augmented reality. In toda…
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EPA Should Not Rush Proposal on Update to Effluent Limitations for Meat and Poultry Products
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It has been nearly 20 years since the Enivronmental Protection Agency (EPA) has updated the effluent limitation guidelines for meat and poultry processing plants, and the agency is now quietly taking steps to make a proposal on new standards. Chris Young, executive director for the American Association of Meat Processors (AAMP), joins the Food For …
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This episode is the first in a two-part series sponsored by RSM. Listen to Part 2 here. Creating resiliency throughout a food and beverage business has been a target of many companies in the industry, and technology today can help them attain their goals in many instances. In today’s Food For Thought episode, which is the first of a two-part series…
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Stephanie Powell, director of marketing for Alpha Baking Co., discusses the results of a survey Alpha Baking commissioned to determine how consumers construct sandwiches using their Thanksgiving leftovers. From their choice of bread type and whether they use turkey or ham, to pumpkin pie and mashed potatoes — plus a few non-leftover "must haves" — …
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Think you know about messes? Do you go? Do you avoid going? Why? What is the history, why do they exist? How have they changed? What do they offer? These and many more questions are answered by my two amazing guests, Dawn DeCosse, Edmonton Garrison Officer's Mess Manager (EGOM), and Maj JP Wright, PMC of the EGOM. It's an interesting and insightful…
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This episode is sponsored by IDS Imaging Development Systems. Artificial intelligence is here, and food and beverage processors, as well as manufacturing at large, would be best served to take notice and get moving, or they might miss out on the benefits that AI and machine learning can bring. Philip Freidin, an applications engineer at IDS Imaging…
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As the 2023 calendar year winds down, the protein industry sits in an interesting position. Each segment of the industry — whether conventional animal protein, plant-based, alternative and cultivated animal products — stands at a different point in its evolution, and the short-term future is certainly intriguing for all. We sat down with Nicole Joh…
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Insects in Foods? Nutritional Benefits Might Soon Make Science Fiction a Reality in the U.S.
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When Tyson Foods announced a partnership with insect ingredients company Protix in mid-October, it made significant headlines and raised a positively curious eyebrow or two, at least among consumers. And although Tyson’s initial plan focuses on insect protein as a feed and pet food ingredient, we wanted to discuss the idea of insects as a food sour…
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The Healthy Relationships Campaign kicks off the 16th til the 27th so we are talking with the MFRC to learn more about their role in the campaign, how they can help you navigate the challenges of keeping your relationship in the green or dealing with it when things may be shifting to those "other colours " (yellow, orange or red). Ang Vidic gives u…
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Hello Feasters!!! It’s been a while. In today’s short installment. I tell you the reason for my absence.
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To be successful in the food and beverage processing world, processors must keep up with the ever-increasing pace of innovation in operations. Plant and equipment design standards are always on the move, and we spoke with Paul Krechel, vice president of Sales, Service and Parts for Deville Technologies to get his take on how collaboration between p…
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On this first episode of Season 7, we are honoured to discuss the challenges and steps that we all need to take to move towards a place of Truth and Reconciliation as we approach the second National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. MCpl Phoenix George of LdSH(RC) speaks about what the day means, both generally and to her personally, her role as th…
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What Does Smucker-Hostess Deal Mean for Both Companies — and Food and Beverage M&A at Large?
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Geoff Coltman is a vice president at Catena Solutions, a supply chain-focused consultancy with deep ties to the food and beverage space. In today's episode of the Food For Thought podcast, Geoff gives his insights on the recently announced acquisition of Hostess Brands by J. M. Smucker, analyzing what it means for each company, its customers and th…
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It's Season 7 of the Food For Thought podcast - the healthiest podcast on the Internet, and it's going to be a good one. We've got co-chairs, we've got SISIP, we've got PMC's and hopefully a whole lot more! We're excited to be talking to more CAF members to get their insights into a variety of topics, and some more experts in their fields to help s…
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The unsung heroes of a processing plant’s operation, drives and motors keep operations running effectively and efficiently — and often aren’t noticed unless they’re not performing up to standards for throughput, efficiency and food safety. Tony Pariseau, key market specialist for food and beverage at Nord Drivesystems, joined us recently to share w…
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Kristin Demoranville is the founder and CEO of AnzenSage, a cybersecurity firm focused on the food sector. In this episode of the Food For Thought podcast, Kristin offers her thoughts on where the food and beverage industry stands on cybersecurity and what processors should be doing to bolster their defenses and champion the cause within their orga…
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Today's episode is sponsored by Motion. The Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) has taken hold of much of the manufacturing world, and food and beverage processors who haven’t yet implemented the technology will soon fall behind. In this episode, we spoke with James Howe, executive vice president - chief commercial officer/chief technology officer…
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Sandra Eskin, deputy under secretary for Food Safety with USDA-FSIS, joins us to discuss a variety of topics, from worker and food safety impacts of increased poultry and pork line speeds to the data revolution and how it could affect the agency's efforts, as well as FSIS' proposal to declare Salmonella an adulterant in breaded, stuffed, raw chicke…
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Erin Hallstrom officially hands over the microphone for the Food For Thought Podcast to Food Processing senior editor Andy Hanacek, as Hallstrom moves to a greater role within FP's parent company.由Food Processing
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So concussions...what's the deal with them? How do you know you have one, what would the symptoms look or feel like? What is available to help you? If you have ever asked yourself these questions, or even if you haven't, this is an episode worth listening to because it will arm you with what you need to know in the event you or someone you know doe…
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Today’s episode is sponsored by Silky Smooth MicroCreamery, the creators of SilkySweet Necessity is the mother of invention; or at least that’s how the saying goes. For Chuck Nix, the need to create the perfect sweetener for ice cream led him to create SilkySweet, a flavor-enhancing, all-natural, sugar-free and ketogenic certified sweetener blend f…
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We've all tried to start something new, and a lot of times we either lack that kick in the pants to actually get going, or we are gung ho at first and then things go off the rails somehow. We know how important it is to have good habits - that will keep us healthy, make sure that we pay our taxes on time or remember to take out the garbage (sometim…
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This episode is sponsored by EnSight Solutions. How well do you know high shear mixing? Here to talk more about it is Don Wolfe, Product Line Manager for EnSight Solutions. We talk why and how high shear mixing is used as well as how to get the most out of your mixer. We cap the episode off talking about what it means to be a trusted partner with E…
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In this (longer than usual) episode we hear from two experienced CAF members who between the 2 of them have 14 tours and years and years of experience both military and life. We talk about men and mental health, not because there aren't women in the military or because women don't have mental health challenges, but because men tend to be more resis…
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In this episode, sponsored by EnSight Solutions, we’re talking with Heath Clifton, Director of Automation and Controls about food-safe robotics. We talk about what food-safe robotics are as well as the difference between hygienic and sanitary robotics before turning our attention toward the key features processors should they look for when evaluati…
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We’re capping off our conversation about food and beverage workforce issues with return guest Jennifer D’Angelo. Jennifer, who is a vice president at Catena Solutions, was on back in March talking about the correlation between the supply chain and workforce issues in the food and beverage industry. On today’s episode, we dig a little bit deeper abo…
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It's Mental Health week, so what better way to celebrate, than to talk about talking to others to help them? But when we do that, what are we tapping into? Compassion, empathy, sympathy? Does it matter? Join us this week as we talk to our very special guest, a Chaplain with the CAF, right here in Edmonton (it's a surprise who it is - you'll just ha…
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Many in the production industry don’t realize the importance of high-quality doors to a facility’s success. In fact, high-performance doors can help your company save money and manpower — and increase productivity. This is especially true for those in the cold storage and food industries. To explore the ins and outs of the high-performance door mar…
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On today's episode, we’re talking with Miller Resource Group recruiter Denise Chludzinski about specific tasks and ideas companies can undertake to ensure they find and keep the best employees. We kick off the episode talking about the perception problem food and beverage companies have among consumers and why that may be preventing future generati…
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