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SUMMARY:Positive Nutrition Broadcast Series 2026: Functional beverages
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nHydration is giving way to ‘hydration-plus’\, seeing beverage reformulation hit a new stride. Protein is\nmoving into mainstream drinks and sugar reduction is colliding with clean label expectations. This\nbroadcast shows how manufacturers are redesigning functional beverages to deliver on gut health\, satiety\,\nfocus and more\, and all without overloading on claims too. \nAt the same time\, makers are responding to tighter regulations and the rising influence of GLP-1 needs.\nFrom protein sodas and prebiotic soft drinks to texture-led satiety and simplified ingredients lists\, we\nexplore what strong functional beverage reformulation looks like now and where the rapidly growing sector\nis moving next.
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/positive-nutrition-broadcast-series-2026-functional-beverages/
CATEGORIES:Industry News and Analysis,Processing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260730T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260730T100000
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UID:29193-1785402000-1785405600@foodindustryexecutive.com
SUMMARY:Transform Formulation with AI
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nWhen it comes to formulated products\, most organizations are focusing on AI-generated formulas. The real challenge? Dealing with continuous change in ingredient restrictions\, reformulations\, regulatory shifts and more. \nOver 70% of product development teams’ work is reactive or change-driven. Which is why AI only creates real formulation value when it accelerates decision-making. \nJoin our upcoming webinar to discover what speed really means when it comes to AI-orchestrated business decisions\, and dive into how your organization can harness AI to coordinate decisions across functions—faster. Because the next competitive advantage in formulated products is not faster formulation. It’s faster\, coordinated decision-making.
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/transform-formulation-with-ai/
CATEGORIES:Processing,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260708T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260708T140000
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UID:29185-1783517400-1783519200@foodindustryexecutive.com
SUMMARY:From Farm to Consumer: Building an Intelligent Supply Chain
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nManaging the dairy supply chain means keeping producers\, haulers and customers all moving in the same direction. Once milk hits the plant floor\, the challenge shifts to processing a product that’s never quite the same twice. This session explores how connecting the right knowledge and technology at every touchpoint\, from farm to consumer\, can turn the intelligent supply chain from an idea into a reality.
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/from-farm-to-consumer-building-an-intelligent-supply-chain/
CATEGORIES:Processing,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260708T124500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260708T133000
DTSTAMP:20260702T115126Z
CREATED:20260702T115126Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T115126Z
UID:29187-1783514700-1783517400@foodindustryexecutive.com
SUMMARY:Chemical Elimination and Water Reuse for Sustainable Dairy Processing
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nBIOIONIX® was originally founded through a NASA grant focused on space shuttle water reuse. While developing advanced water-recycling technologies\, BIOIONIX inadvertently created a chemical-free sanitation platform capable of safely disrupting and destroying the DNA and RNA of harmful pathogens. Today\, this technology is applied to food and dairy processing to reduce reliance on traditional chemical sanitizers. BIOIONIX first entered cheese processing through chemical-free brine disinfection\, extending brine life\, improving product quality\, and delivering measurable savings in water\, labor\, and operating costs. The technology has since expanded to additional dairy applications\, including clean-out-of-place (COP)\, clean-in-place (CIP)\, and emerging on-farm use cases. For dairy membrane operations\, chemical-free sanitation presents both sustainability and operational benefits. Electrolyzed water systems generate hypochlorous acid on demand\, reducing long-term chemical exposure to membrane polymers while maintaining effective sanitation. Lower chemical aggressiveness is expected to reduce polymer degradation\, minimize micro-structural damage\, and help preserve pore and fiber integrity over time. In addition\, effective cleaning performance and reduced fouling stress support stable membrane operation without harsh acids or alkalis. The BIOIONIX system is also used to recondition and reuse process water and sanitizer. The BIOIONIX platform combines controlled electrolysis\, naturally occurring hypochlorous acid\, and nanobubble technology to enhance surface contact\, penetration\, and soil removal. The system is PMO-accepted\, EPA-registered\, and aligned with FDA and USDA guidelines for dairy applications.
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/chemical-elimination-and-water-reuse-for-sustainable-dairy-processing/
CATEGORIES:Processing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260708T121500
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260708T124500
DTSTAMP:20260702T120256Z
CREATED:20260702T120243Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260702T120256Z
UID:29189-1783512900-1783514700@foodindustryexecutive.com
SUMMARY:Advancements in RO for Dairy Processing
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nReverse osmosis (RO) membranes are well established in dairy processing but continue to evolve to improve performance\, reduce energy use\, and increase operational longevity. The latest developments in RO membrane technology will be explored with case studies from actual dairy processors\, illustrating the scope and scale of efficiency gains across everything from pump design and CAPEX through operating efficiencies and waste reduction.
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/advancements-in-ro-for-dairy-processing/
CATEGORIES:Processing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260707T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260707T130000
DTSTAMP:20260618T081059Z
CREATED:20260618T080915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260618T081059Z
UID:29119-1783425600-1783429200@foodindustryexecutive.com
SUMMARY:Make It With Dairy: Making Better Bakery Products With Dairy Ingredients
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nConsumers are always looking for more from the bakery products that they know and love. Product developers are always looking for ways to improve the nutritional and organoleptic properties of those bakery products with ingredients that provide functional benefits and a clean label. Whether your interest is adding protein\, improving texture\, reducing sodium\, or reducing cost\, this webinar will help product developers understand how to select a dairy ingredient to meet those goals. KJ Burrington of the American Dairy Products Institute will discuss the composition and functionality of different dairy proteins and permeate ingredients and share formulation tips on how to optimize their use in bakery products.
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/make-it-with-dairy-making-better-bakery-products-with-dairy-ingredients/
CATEGORIES:Processing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260610T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260610T110000
DTSTAMP:20260311T090207Z
CREATED:20260311T090207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T090207Z
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SUMMARY:Feeding the future with fibre
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nThis session dives into the fibre renaissance\, spotlighting novel sources\, prebiotic innovations and formulation strategies that make fibre-rich products more appealing and effective.
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/feeding-the-future-with-fibre/
CATEGORIES:Processing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260602T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260602T120000
DTSTAMP:20260524T124143Z
CREATED:20260524T124143Z
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UID:29006-1780398000-1780401600@foodindustryexecutive.com
SUMMARY:Improve pet food dryer efficiency without more heat
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nPet food dryers are often treated like “big metal boxes\,” where the mystery of what’s happening inside can hide major opportunities to improve performance\, product quality\, and profitability. Join us for an exclusive webinar with Jim Mullinax\, Process Engineer at Bühler\, as he explores common factors that can negatively impact dryer efficiency\, consistency\, and final product quality. Many of these issues\, from maintenance gaps to operational variables\, are easy to overlook but can lead to costly problems such as inconsistent final moisture\, uneven moisture distribution\, kibble breakage\, increased energy use\, and unplanned downtime. Learn practical steps you can take now using existing tools and data to improve performance\, reduce energy use\, and enhance consistency. See how a deeper analysis of moisture and process data can unlock further optimization and cost savings. \nThis webinar will broadcast at 10:00 AM CDT (Chicago) / 4:00 PM BST (London) / 11:00 PM CST (Beijing). \nWHAT YOU’LL LEARN: \n\nIdentify common maintenance and operational issues that can lead to inconsistent final moisture\, uneven distribution\, reduced product quality\, kibble breakage\, energy inefficiency\, and unplanned downtime.\nApply simple operating adjustments that can improve dryer performance immediately.\nUnderstand what happens inside the dryer and how it impacts drying results and product quality.\nUse process data to uncover deeper opportunities for energy recovery\, optimization\, and cost savings.\n\nThis webinar is sponsored by Bühler and presented by Petfood Industry.
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/improve-pet-food-dryer-efficiency-without-more-heat/
CATEGORIES:Processing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260514T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260514T100000
DTSTAMP:20260420T074526Z
CREATED:20260420T074526Z
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UID:28782-1778749200-1778752800@foodindustryexecutive.com
SUMMARY:Formulate for Impact: Bringing Environmental Intelligence Into the Feed Formulation Workflow
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nIn this webinar\, Datacor and Nuvio Planet explore what it looks like to bring environmental impact data into feed formulation workflows alongside cost and nutrition\, one click away and integrated into the tools teams already use.
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/formulate-for-impact-bringing-environmental-intelligence-into-the-feed-formulation-workflow/
CATEGORIES:Processing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260513T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260513T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T081131Z
CREATED:20260420T081131Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T081131Z
UID:28784-1778666400-1778670000@foodindustryexecutive.com
SUMMARY:Healthy ageing - nutrition for longevity and vitality
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nThis session explores how nutrition can help maintain muscle mass\, cognitive function\, bone health and metabolic resilience.
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/healthy-ageing-nutrition-for-longevity-and-vitality-2/
CATEGORIES:Processing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260513T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260513T110000
DTSTAMP:20260311T085412Z
CREATED:20260311T085412Z
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UID:28454-1778666400-1778670000@foodindustryexecutive.com
SUMMARY:Healthy ageing - nutrition for longevity and vitality
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nThis session explores how nutrition can help maintain muscle mass\, cognitive function\, bone health and metabolic resilience.
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/healthy-ageing-nutrition-for-longevity-and-vitality/
CATEGORIES:Processing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260512T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260512T150000
DTSTAMP:20260413T055604Z
CREATED:20260413T055604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T055604Z
UID:28747-1778594400-1778598000@foodindustryexecutive.com
SUMMARY:Reduce Sugar\, Maintain Taste: Smarter Solutions for High-Protein Beverages
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nThe demand for high-protein and functional beverages continues to grow\, driven by consumers seeking products that deliver enhanced nutrition–often with added protein\, fiber\, electrolytes\, and other functional benefits. At the same time\, reducing sugar has become a baseline expectation\, creating a complex formulation challenge for product developers. \nIn this webinar\, we will explore practical strategies for reducing sugar in high-protein and functional beverage systems without compromising taste\, stability\, or overall sensory performance. Learn how ingredients like erythritol can provide clean\, sugar-like sweetness\, support flavor balance\, and work synergistically with high-intensity sweeteners\, while also addressing challenges related to texture and stability in more complex formulations. \nThis session will deliver application-focused insights to help you deliver next-generation beverages that meet both consumer expectations and technical requirements. \nKey Takeaways: \n\nPractical strategies to reduce sugar in high-protein systems without sacrificing taste\nHow erythritol functions in beverage systems\nApproaches to balancing sweetness with high-intensity sweeteners\nFormulation considerations for protein astringency modulation and stability improvement
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/reduce-sugar-maintain-taste-smarter-solutions-for-high-protein-beverages/
CATEGORIES:Processing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260422T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260422T143000
DTSTAMP:20260413T060323Z
CREATED:20260413T060323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260413T060323Z
UID:28748-1776866400-1776868200@foodindustryexecutive.com
SUMMARY:Four Ways Enzymes Can Improve Your CIP
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nDairy processors are under pressure to reduce costs and meet tightening wastewater requirements — without compromising food safety. Enzyme-based CIP chemistry is one answer worth exploring. This session examines how enzymes can work within conventional dairy CIP systems to deliver an effective clean while supporting safety and effluent objectives. Expert presenter Noah Holzer will cover how enzymatic cleaning targets common dairy soils\, how to dose and monitor it\, and what rinsed means in practice — including what lower pH and lower sodium mean compared to traditional high-alkaline approaches for effluent quality and downstream treatment. \nLearning objectives: \n\nHow enzymes work in CIP\, what they target and where they can be used\nHow to run enzymes in a conventional CIP system\nHow enzymes can impact hygiene operations and indicators\nHow enzymes can impact wastewater/effluent
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/four-ways-enzymes-can-improve-your-cip/
CATEGORIES:Processing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260414T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260414T140000
DTSTAMP:20260321T090615Z
CREATED:20260321T090541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T090615Z
UID:28520-1776171600-1776175200@foodindustryexecutive.com
SUMMARY:From System of Record to System of Action: Rethinking ERP and AI in Food & Beverage and Consumer Products Manufacturing
DESCRIPTION:The era of ERP as a system of record is over. For Consumer Products and Food & Beverage manufacturers\, capturing what happened yesterday is no longer enough to stay compliant\, profitable\, and competitive. \nJoin us to explore how QAD Adaptive ERP and Champion AI create a true system of action\, transforming operational data into real-time decisions that drive performance. Learn how manufacturers are preparing for FSMA 204\, navigating volatile supply chains\, managing complex formulations\, and protecting margins. \nIf you’re evaluating next-generation ERP platforms\, this session challenges conventional thinking and shows how modern manufacturers move beyond reporting to AI-powered decision-making. \nIn today’s volatile market\, reactive systems won’t protect margins. Discover how leading manufacturers are adopting systems of action to enable faster decisions\, stronger compliance\, and measurable profitability. \nWhat You’ll Learn: \n\nThe Death of the Report: Why traditional ERP reporting is no longer enough to compete in today’s CP & F&B landscape.\nCompliance as a Catalyst: How to achieve FSMA 204 traceability while improving operational efficiency and supply chain visibility.\nFrom Data to Decisions: How QAD Adaptive ERP and Champion AI turn operational data into real-time\, prescriptive insights.\nMastering Manufacturing Complexity: Strategies for managing volatile supply chains\, ingredient variability\, and product formulations without sacrificing margin.\nReal-World Impact: How manufacturers are improving profitability\, responsiveness\, and compliance with a System of Action approach.\n\nRegister here
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/from-system-of-record-to-system-of-action-rethinking-erp-and-ai-in-food-beverage-and-consumer-products-manufacturing/
CATEGORIES:Processing,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260331T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260331T110000
DTSTAMP:20260311T084514Z
CREATED:20260311T084514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T084514Z
UID:28452-1774951200-1774954800@foodindustryexecutive.com
SUMMARY:Performance pet food
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nThis session explores how ingredients like microbiome modulators\, botanicals\, and targeted vitamins are being used to suppot immunity\, digestion\, cognition\, and overall vitality in pets.
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/performance-pet-food/
CATEGORIES:Processing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260326T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260326T140000
DTSTAMP:20260302T153411Z
CREATED:20260302T153339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260302T153411Z
UID:28366-1774530000-1774533600@foodindustryexecutive.com
SUMMARY:Firefighting vs. Foresight: AI and the Industry 5.0 Shift in Food & Beverage
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nFeaturing Frost & Sullivan \nReacting to short-term disruption is no longer sustainable in the food and beverage industry. Demand volatility\, fragile supply chains\, labor shortages\, and margin pressure have made delayed decision-making increasingly risky. \nIndustry 5.0 represents a critical shift in how food and beverage companies operate. Instead of relying on disconnected systems and delayed insight\, leading organizations are embedding AI into the core of their operations — unifying production\, quality\, supply chain\, and finance around a shared foundation. \nIn this webinar\, analysts from Frost & Sullivan join experts from Aptean to explore how Industry 5.0 is reshaping the industry\, why unified intelligence-driven platforms are becoming essential\, and what differentiates true AI transformation from isolated tools and reactive systems. \nWho should attend: \nIdeal for leaders driving operational performance\, digital transformation\, and AI strategy across food and beverage organizations. \nThis webinar is especially relevant for: \n\nForward-thinking executives\nOperations and plant leaders\nQuality and compliance professionals\nSupply chain and planning leaders\nTechnology\, IT\, and digital transformation decision-makers\n\n 
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/firefighting-vs-foresight-ai-and-the-industry-5-0-shift-in-food-beverage/
CATEGORIES:Processing,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260310T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260310T140000
DTSTAMP:20260218T154334Z
CREATED:20260218T154334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T154334Z
UID:28318-1773149400-1773151200@foodindustryexecutive.com
SUMMARY:The Invisible Plant Tax: Why Proactive\, Collaborative Execution Drives Food Safety and Performance
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nFood and beverage manufacturers have more digital tools and data than ever — yet plants still rely on reactive effort and manual coordination to protect food safety and performance. The issue isn’t technology adoption. It’s disconnected execution. \nIn this session\, SafetyChain and Westrock Coffee Company explore the Invisible Plant Tax: the time\, risk\, and operational drag created when teams reconcile information across separate systems\, rely on manual workarounds\, and validate supplier data after the fact. \nYou’ll learn why documentation and analytics alone cannot make food safety proactive or collaborative — and how embedding controls into daily execution aligns Quality\, Operations\, and Suppliers in real time. \nThis conversation moves beyond compliance and dashboards to focus on what senior leaders care about most: resilient execution\, reduced friction\, and plant-wide performance that holds up under audits\, turnover\, and growth. \nKey Takeaways \n\nWhat the Invisible Plant Tax looks like in day-to-day plant operations\nWhy food safety challenges are often execution issues\, not compliance failures\nThe difference between documentation\, analytics\, and execution-aligned systems\n\nWho Should Attend \n\nOwners and senior leaders in food & beverage manufacturing\nVPs and Directors of Operations\, Manufacturing\, or Quality\nPlant Managers and Continuous Improvement leaders\nLeaders responsible for supplier performance and plant-wide digital strategy
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/the-invisible-plant-tax-why-proactive-collaborative-execution-drives-food-safety-and-performance/
CATEGORIES:Leadership,Processing,Sustainability
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260303T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260303T120000
DTSTAMP:20260211T144233Z
CREATED:20260211T144233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T144233Z
UID:28269-1772535600-1772539200@foodindustryexecutive.com
SUMMARY:Proteinate trace minerals and their role in pet food formulation
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nMineral source is rarely the top consideration in a pet food formulation\, yet the form chosen can critically influence nutrient stability\, ingredient interactions\, and mineral delivery within the diet. Join Laurentia van Rensburg\, Global Head of Commercial (Nutrition)\, Technology Group at  Alltech\, as she explores why proteinate trace minerals are an advanced choice for pet diets by reviewing mineral form stability and how improved mineral delivery supports benefits linked to immunity\, skin\, coat\, and joint health. \nThis webinar will be broadcast at 10:00 AM CST (Chicago) / 4:00 PM GMT (London) / March 4th\, 12:00 AM CST (Beijing). \nWHAT YOU’LL LEARN: \n\nWhy mineral form is a critical formulation decision\nHow different mineral forms vary in stability and can create unwanted nutrient interactions\nWhy proteinate minerals improve mineral delivery through better absorption\nHow improved mineral delivery supports benefits to cats and dogs\, including stronger immunity and healthier skin\, coat\, and joints\n\nThis webinar is sponsored by Alltech and presented by Petfood Industry.
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/proteinate-trace-minerals-and-their-role-in-pet-food-formulation/
CATEGORIES:Processing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260210T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260210T120000
DTSTAMP:20260122T084340Z
CREATED:20260122T084340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T084340Z
UID:28137-1770721200-1770724800@foodindustryexecutive.com
SUMMARY:Plasma and pet health: New research on canine gut health and mobility
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nJoin this exclusive Petfood Industry webinar for a focused review of peer reviewed research on plasma in adult dog nutrition. Dr. Joy Campbell\, Sr. director of global technical service at APC\, will share results from two APC research programs with direct relevance for pet food manufacturing teams. You gain clarity on study petfooddesign\, measured endpoints\, and practical takeaways for formulation and product development. The hour-long webinar connects research outcomes to real nutrition decisions across gut health and mobility. \nThis webinar will broadcast at 10:00 AM CST (Chicago) / 4:00 PM GMT (London) / 12:00 AM CST\, Jan. 11th (Beijing). \nWHAT YOU’LL LEARN: \n\nNew findings on gut health indicators and microbiome related measures in adult dogs.\nResearch insights on mobility outcomes\, including lameness scoring\, digestibility\, and biomarkers linked to immune and joint pathways.\nTranslating research into practical applications – formulation considerations\, inclusion strategy\, and product development\n\nThis webinar is sponsored by APC and presented by Petfood Industry.
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/plasma-and-pet-health-new-research-on-canine-gut-health-and-mobility/
CATEGORIES:Manufacturing,Processing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260129T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260129T150000
DTSTAMP:20260122T085952Z
CREATED:20260122T085952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T085952Z
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SUMMARY:Consumer Insights: Better-for-You Candy Trends and Challenges
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nConsumers are often caught between the desire for healthier options and the need to indulge. Better-for-you options can offer indulgence\, but in a healthier format. This webinar will examine variables factoring into nutritionally improved candy sales\, including ingredient formulation\, label claims\, and the role of non-traditional sweeteners. \nKey takeaways: \n\nUnderstand how to market better-for-you confectionery and how to develop products\nDiscover what flavors and packaging are currently trending in the sector\nIdentify what factors influence consumers’ purchasing decisions\nLearn possible flavors for BFY products
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/consumer-insights-better-for-you-candy-trends-and-challenges/
CATEGORIES:Processing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251211T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251211T150000
DTSTAMP:20251201T035402Z
CREATED:20251201T035402Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T035402Z
UID:27913-1765461600-1765465200@foodindustryexecutive.com
SUMMARY:How to Develop and Implement an Effective Food Defense Strategy
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nIn today’s interconnected\, complex\, and global food supply chain\, it is essential to establish a solid food defense strategy for your company and products. The food supply is vulnerable to a range of threats\, such as intentional adulteration of ingredients\, products\, and other threats. This webinar will educate attendees on how processors can develop a sound food defense plan using U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) guidance on intentional adulteration\, presented by the primary author of FDA’s Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Intentional Adulteration Rule. An industry expert from a multinational confectionery and snack food producer will also share best practices for mitigating the risk of intentional adulteration and on-the-ground challenges for food defense. \nFrom this webinar\, attendees will learn:  \n\nThe threats posed by intentional adulteration of food ingredients or end products\nBest practices to help your company mitigate the risk of intentional adulteration and associated recalls\nCommon areas where companies encounter challenges in their food defense strategies and how to address them.
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/how-to-develop-and-implement-an-effective-food-defense-strategy/
CATEGORIES:Food Safety,Processing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251210T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251210T130000
DTSTAMP:20251201T014809Z
CREATED:20251201T014809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T014809Z
UID:27907-1765368000-1765371600@foodindustryexecutive.com
SUMMARY:Formulating Functional Foods: What Works\, What Doesn’t
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nAs consumers demand foods that do more than nourish—products that promise energy\, immunity\, focus\, or gut health—food scientists face the complex challenge of turning these aspirations into reality. In this fast-moving\, insight-packed webinar\, experts will reveal the science\, strategy\, and regulations behind formulating truly functional foods that deliver on their claims and delight the senses. Attendees will gain a front-row view into what works—and what doesn’t—when balancing bioactive efficacy\, taste\, texture\, and stability. From navigating FDA and EFSA regulations to optimizing ingredient bioavailability and avoiding formulation pitfalls using AI technology\, you’ll learn the secrets to creating products that perform in the lab\, in the marketplace\, and on the palate. Whether you’re developing your next probiotic beverage or plant-protein snack\, this session will help you innovate with confidence—and stay on the right side of science and compliance.
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/formulating-functional-foods-what-works-what-doesnt/
CATEGORIES:Processing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251210T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251210T113000
DTSTAMP:20251201T020347Z
CREATED:20251201T020347Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T020347Z
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SUMMARY:Joint IAFNS/AOCS Webinar on Interesterified Oils in Food
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nInteresterified oils are used by the food industry as a replacement for partially hydrogenated fats\, offering the functionality of solid fats—such as texture\, stability\, and mouthfeel—without producing trans fatty acids. Through a chemical or enzymatic process\, the fatty acids on triglycerides are rearranged\, allowing manufacturers to tailor melting profiles and performance for baked goods\, spreads\, and confectionery. From a food science perspective\, this innovation has been critical in maintaining product quality while meeting regulatory and consumer demands. From a nutrition standpoint\, the picture is more nuanced. While interesterified fats eliminate trans fats\, questions remain about how these structural modifications influence lipid metabolism\, glucose regulation\, and long-term cardiovascular health. This webinar will explore both dimensions—the technological rationale driving their use in modern food systems and the emerging nutrition science.
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/joint-iafns-aocs-webinar-on-interesterified-oils-in-food/
CATEGORIES:Processing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251209T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251209T120000
DTSTAMP:20251105T113529Z
CREATED:20251105T113529Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T113529Z
UID:27762-1765278000-1765281600@foodindustryexecutive.com
SUMMARY:Closing the Compliance Gap: Smarter Tools for Safer Pet Food
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nAs pet food regulations tighten and transparency expectations rise\, is your compliance strategy keeping up? Traditional methods and disconnected systems leave your pet food operations exposed. Join us Tuesday\, December 9\, 2025\, at 10:00 AM CT for a live webinar with Ian Mealey from Datacor. He’ll explain how to take control of compliance with smarter formulation tools. You’ll get an exclusive look at Ara Comply™\, a new module that embeds compliance directly into formulation workflows. It delivers real-time quality checks and full traceability\, turning compliance into a proactive process. If you want to future-proof your compliance program\, this session will give you the tools to close your most critical gaps. \nThis webinar will broadcast at 10:00 AM CST (Chicago) / 4:00 PM GMT (London) / 12:00 AM CST\, Dec. 10th (Beijing). \nWHAT YOU’LL LEARN: \n\nWhere compliance breaks down in typical pet food operations and how to fix it.\nHow to audit more efficiently\, reduce manual errors\, and increase traceability\nKey features of Ara Comply™ that support real-time checks and audit readiness\nHow to embed compliance into daily operations without slowing production\n\nThis webinar is sponsored by Datacor and presented by Petfood Industry.
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/closing-the-compliance-gap-smarter-tools-for-safer-pet-food/
CATEGORIES:Processing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251119T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251119T150000
DTSTAMP:20251105T144857Z
CREATED:20251105T144857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T144857Z
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SUMMARY:Reformulate With Confidence: Natural Solutions for Sodium Reduction and Savory Flavor Enhancement
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nJoin Daesang and Mattson for an exclusive Prepared Foods webinar designed for product developers seeking to master sodium reduction without compromising flavor. This technical webinar will explore formulation strategies for sodium reduction and flavor optimization in complex food systems. The session will address formulating from scratch versus reformulating existing products\, with emphasis on ingredient interaction\, matrix compatibility\, and sensory optimization. Attendees will learn practical approaches to achieving sodium targets without compromising consumer liking\, including the use of synergistic flavor layering and sensory optimization. \nMattson’s product development expert will share her hands-on experience working with Daesang’s three key savory ingredients\, showcasing how these natural components enhance flavor depth and deliver meaningful sodium reduction in sauces\, dressings\, and soup applications. \nWhether you’re reformulating a classic or developing a new product line\, this webinar offers real-world examples\, technical guidance\, and expert perspectives to help you meet evolving consumer demands for healthier\, flavor-forward foods. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand key formulation strategies for reducing sodium while maintaining flavor in complex food systems.\nCompare formulating from scratch vs. reformulating existing products\, with a focus on ingredient interaction\, matrix compatibility\, and sensory optimization.\nApply practical techniques such as synergistic flavor layering and sensory optimization to meet sodium targets without sacrificing consumer liking.\nExamine real-world formulation examples to understand how savory ingredients can support flavor and sodium reduction in applications like sauces\, dressings\, and soups.
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/reformulate-with-confidence-natural-solutions-for-sodium-reduction-and-savory-flavor-enhancement/
CATEGORIES:Processing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251111T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251111T113000
DTSTAMP:20251017T024252Z
CREATED:20251017T024252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T024252Z
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SUMMARY:Membranes: Innovative Approaches to Boosting Production
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nThis session will explore how membrane systems work and how cleaning and sanitation can unlock new levels of production efficiency. The discussion will cover strategies to optimize operations\, reduce downtime\, and enhance sustainability. Expert presenter Rachel McGiness will share innovative approaches and real-world applications\, offering practical insights to support improved performance. \nLearning objectives: \n\nUnderstand the fundamentals of membrane systems and how they operate\nGain a better understanding of the membrane cleaning process and solutions for maintaining membrane systems with efficiency and longevity\nExplore best practices for conducting membrane performance audits\nDiscover methods to reduce downtime and improve overall system productivity\nIdentify approaches that support sustainable practices while maintaining high performance
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/membranes-innovative-approaches-to-boosting-production/
CATEGORIES:Processing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251030T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251030T150000
DTSTAMP:20251017T022812Z
CREATED:20251017T022812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251017T022812Z
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SUMMARY:Preventing Foreign Material Contamination with the FM Maturity Model
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nIn all food processing\, preventing the contamination of finished products with foreign material (FM) is key to ensuring food safety. Examples of FM include pieces of metal\, rock\, glass\, plastic\, rubber (such as pieces of glove)\, bone fragments (above a certain size)\, and other extraneous materials. To help industry—in particular meat and poultry processors—reduce incidents of FM contamination\, a group of food companies banded together during the COVID-19 pandemic to develop a model for FM assessment and prevention. The companies invited the North American Meat Institute (NAMI\, now known as The Meat Institute) to help develop and publish this model in 2023. Our speakers\, who represent two of the companies that led the development of the model\, will discuss the best practices and corporate- and plant-level guidance shared in the “Foreign Material Maturity Model.” They will also discuss key points for conducting an FM Maturity Model Self-Assessment. \nFrom this webinar\, attendees will learn:  \n\nCommon conditions/incidents leading to FM contamination\nBest practices for prevention of FM contamination at the corporate and plant levels\, as outlined in the industry-developed “Foreign Material Maturity Model”\nKey points for conducting an FM Maturity Model Self-Assessment\nExamples of “do’s” and don’ts” when addressing FM issues
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/preventing-foreign-material-contamination-with-the-fm-maturity-model/
CATEGORIES:Processing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251014T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251014T110000
DTSTAMP:20250903T064929Z
CREATED:20250903T064929Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T064929Z
UID:27333-1760436000-1760439600@foodindustryexecutive.com
SUMMARY:Profit-focused feeding: Sorghum’s value in dairy nutrition
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nJoin us for an exclusive webinar on the role of sorghum in modern dairy rations. Steve D. Martin\, MS\, PAS\, and Macey Brown with DNMC milk\, together with Dr. Brent Bean from the Sorghum Checkoff\, will share the latest insights from research and field applications. The discussion will cover findings from new lab studies\, the impact of kernel processing on digestibility\, and the comparative advantages of sorghum varieties\, including their role in water-efficient forage systems. \nThis webinar will broadcast at 9:00 AM CDT (Chicago) / 3:00 PM BST (London) / 10:00 PM CST (Beijing). \nWHAT YOU’LL LEARN: \n\nHow to formulate effective dairy rations with sorghum\, backed by research and real-world insights.\nKey results from a new lab study and what they mean for kernel processing and feed efficiency.\nComparative advantages of different sorghum types in yield\, nutritional value\, and ration performance.\nSorghum’s role in water-efficient forage systems and its importance in a changing climate.\n\nThis webinar is sponsored by United Sorghum Checkoff and presented by Feed Strategy and Feed & Grain.
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/profit-focused-feeding-sorghums-value-in-dairy-nutrition/
CATEGORIES:Processing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20251007T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20251007T120000
DTSTAMP:20250926T130341Z
CREATED:20250926T130341Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T130341Z
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SUMMARY:Freshness First: How Raw Materials Impact Pet Food Performance
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nAs pet owners continue to expect more from the products they feed their animals\, ingredient quality has become a critical differentiator in pet food formulation. In this exclusive webinar\, Dr. Carl Frame\, Technical Services Manager at Kemin Nutrisurance North America\, will examine how freshness at the raw material stage significantly influences palatability\, shelf life\, and overall product quality. Discover what more than 4\,000 ingredient samples reveal about seasonal trends\, microbial activity\, and their effects on free fatty acid levels. Learn how proactive ingredient monitoring can help manufacturers enhance product consistency\, meet consumer expectations\, and stay competitive in an evolving market. Whether you’re addressing palatability concerns or looking to extend shelf life\, this session will provide actionable strategies to protect product integrity and deliver a better eating experience for pets. \nThis webinar will broadcast at 10:00 AM CDT (Chicago) / 4:00 PM BST (London) / 11:00 PM CST (Beijing). \nWHAT YOU’LL LEARN: \n\nLearn how raw material freshness directly impacts pet food palatability and performance.\nExamine seasonal and microbial factors that affect ingredient stability.\nUnderstand how managing free fatty acids supports longer shelf life and improved quality.\nGain practical strategies to overcome palatability issues and meet pet owner expectations.\n\nThis webinar is sponsored by Kemin and presented by Petfood Industry.
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/freshness-first-how-raw-materials-impact-pet-food-performance/
CATEGORIES:Processing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20250930T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20250930T133000
DTSTAMP:20250903T043627Z
CREATED:20250903T043627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250903T043627Z
UID:27326-1759237200-1759239000@foodindustryexecutive.com
SUMMARY:Science of Sizzle. How Dairy Does It
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nNeed to get that next new product project truly moo-ving? Dairy ingredients contribute both flavor and function to a wide range of on-trend applications—in everything from comforting entrees and snacks to functional foods and beverages. These “real\,” label-friendly ingredients enhance flavor\, mouthfeel\, color\, texture and more. Listen and learn about dairy ingredient strategy from Zal Taleyarkhan\, Director of Operations & Innovation/Corporate Research Chef at Charlie Baggs Culinary Innovations\, Chicago. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nIdentify the key flavor\, texture\, and functional benefits that dairy ingredients bring to a variety of on-trend food and beverage applications.\nExplain how dairy ingredients contribute to label-friendly product positioning through their “real” and recognizable qualities.\nEvaluate strategies for incorporating dairy ingredients to enhance sensory attributes such as mouthfeel\, color\, and overall appeal.\nApply insights from culinary innovation to develop or refine product concepts using dairy for both flavor impact and functional performance.
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/science-of-sizzle-how-dairy-does-it/
CATEGORIES:Processing
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