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SUMMARY:Working With FDA: Practical Insights from a Former FDA Official
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nAbout This Session \nNavigating interactions with the FDA can feel complex\, high-stakes\, and often uncertain for food and beverage manufacturers. In this FSMA Friday session\, Don Kautter of The Acheson Group (TAG)\, a former FDA official with deep experience in inspections\, compliance\, and regulatory policy\, offers clear\, practical guidance to help companies engage confidently and effectively with the Agency. \nWhat You Will Learn \n\nWhat FDA investigators prioritize during facility inspections\, and how they evaluate your documentation.\nHow to prepare teams\, records\, and environmental monitoring data to avoid common FDA inspection findings.\nBehaviors\, communication practices\, and on-site actions that build trust and credibility with FDA personnel.\nHow to respond effectively to FDA inquiries\, 483 observations\, and follow-up requests.
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/working-with-fda-practical-insights-from-a-former-fda-official/
CATEGORIES:Food Safety
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260326T140000
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SUMMARY:Moo-Ve Over! Plant-Based Dairy Advances in 2026
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nThe plant-based dairy category keeps moo-vin as branded and private label leaders — along with a growing wave of emerging brands — introduce new iterations of plant-based milks\, on-trend coffee creamers\, cultured products\, and spreads. As the market matures\, success is increasingly tied to improved taste and texture\, optimized protein systems\, cleaner labels\, and clear value differentiation for consumers. \nIn this timely discussion\, industry leaders explore how the category is positioned to grow and evolve in 2026. The conversation will cover 2025 market performance\, shifting consumer behaviors\, formulation and ingredient innovation\, retail dynamics\, and the role of fermentation and hybrid approaches in future product development — all with an eye toward scalable growth and competitive differentiation. Attendees will gain practical insights into where the biggest opportunities lie across milk\, creamers\, and plant-based food applications. \nLearning Objectives \n\nAnalyze key 2025 market trends and consumer behaviors shaping the plant-based dairy sector heading into 2026.\nUnderstand how advancements in protein systems\, fats\, and texture technologies are improving product performance and nutrition.\nEvaluate the role of fermentation\, hybrid formulations\, and emerging technologies in driving category innovation.\nIdentify strategic growth opportunities across milk\, creamer\, and plant-based food applications for branded and private label manufacturers.
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/moo-ve-over-plant-based-dairy-advances-in-2026/
CATEGORIES:Plant-based
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260326T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260326T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153926
CREATED:20260302T153339Z
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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:20260325T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260325T114500
DTSTAMP:20260404T153926
CREATED:20260318T134920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T134920Z
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SUMMARY:From Market Noise to Strategic Signal: Overcoming Short-Term Bias in Volatile Markets
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nFrom Market Noise to Strategic Signal: Overcoming Short-Term Bias in Volatile Markets\nHeightened volatility and constant data flows are compressing decision cycles and amplifying short-term bias. In fast-moving markets\, immediate price signals can obscure deeper structural shifts. \nJoin Expana’s live Executive Intelligence Session on 25 March at 3:00 PM GMT / 11:00 AM ET to examine how multi-decade historical data sharpens strategic judgment and helps distinguish cyclical pressures from structural change. \nWe’ll cover: \n\nThe strategic value of long-term market perspectives\nHow today’s supply\, demand and cost dynamics align with or diverge from past cycles\nTurning historical datasets into forward-looking commercial intelligence\nLeadership and capital allocation patterns across previous market highs and lows\nIdentifying signals that may point to the next structural inflection\nPractical ways to embed historical insight into active decision-making frameworks\n\nGain a clearer view of market cycles and learn how historical intelligence can support stronger strategic decisions in volatile markets.
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/from-market-noise-to-strategic-signal-overcoming-short-term-bias-in-volatile-markets/
CATEGORIES:Industry News and Analysis
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260324T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260324T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153926
CREATED:20260311T091344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T091344Z
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SUMMARY:Why Packaging Chaos is Failing Modern Regulation
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nMany of the most costly failures in food and beverage don’t start in production. They start in specifications. \nA significant share of recalls trace back not to formulation errors but to packaging and labeling mistakes. An ingredient update doesn’t reach the label. Artwork moves forward without full regulatory context. Supplier claims can’t be substantiated. Approvals live in email instead of in an audit trail. \nThese aren’t isolated mistakes. They’re symptoms of fragmented specifications—product\, packaging\, artwork\, and supplier data managed across disconnected systems with no single source of truth. \nWhen specs don’t stay aligned\, small changes create real risk. \nAt the same time\, regulatory scrutiny is intensifying. In regions like the EU\, frameworks such as Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) are raising expectations around packaging\, sustainability claims\, traceability\, and documentation. Compliance now demands proof and control by default\, not after the fact. \nYet most teams are still managing specifications as static documents\, not as a connected system. \nIn this session\, we’ll explore:\n\nWhy fragmented specifications are driving recalls\, regulatory risk\, and launch delays\nHow disconnected packaging\, product\, and artwork workflows create hidden financial exposure\nWhat “audit-ready by design” really looks like in modern specification management\nHow to evolve specifications into a connected intelligence layer that governs change and surfaces risk early\nA 10-minute showcase of Packaging Specification Management\n\nYou’ll see how leading food and beverage teams are shifting from reactive compliance to a smarter\, connected model\, linking product\, packaging\, artwork\, supplier data\, and approvals into one controlled ecosystem. \nBecause in today’s environment\, disconnected specs aren’t just inefficient.They’re a recall and regulatory liability. \nReplace fragmented workflows with a connected foundation that reduces risk\, protects your brand\, and accelerates innovation\, without chasing compliance after the fact.
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/why-packaging-chaos-is-failing-modern-regulation/
CATEGORIES:Food Safety
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260324T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260324T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153926
CREATED:20260318T133325Z
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SUMMARY:How feed manufacturers improve efficiency with connected workflows
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nFeed production is no longer a linear process. Teams rely on each other at every step\, but many feed producers still work in disconnected systems with manual handoffs. That creates delays\, errors\, compliance risk\, hidden costs\, and weaker traceability. In this exclusive webinar\, Karel Vervaet\, Sr. Product Manager Nutrition\, BESTMIX Software\, will discuss how structured collaboration across the full recipe lifecycle helps feed manufacturers work faster and with greater control. Learn how to break down silos\, improve data accuracy\, strengthen traceability\, and make better decisions across sites. Walk away with best practices feed producers can use to simplify formulation and labeling\, reduce manual work\, and improve profitability across the business. If your teams are managing multiple systems\, manual updates\, or inconsistent data\, this session will help you build a better process. \nThis webinar will broadcast at 8:00 AM CDT (Chicago) / 1:00 PM GMT (London) / 9:00 PM CST (Beijing). \nWHAT YOU’LL LEARN: \n\nWhy siloed processes create hidden costs and operational risk in feed production\nHow a single source of truth improves data accuracy\, alignment and control across departments\nHow stronger traceability and labeling consistency reduce compliance risk\nHow to speed up formulation with less manual work and fewer errors\nHow cloud-based collaboration improves decision-making across sites and teams while supporting stronger customer coordination\n\nThis webinar is sponsored by BESTMIX Software and presented by WATTPoultry and Feed Strategy.
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/how-feed-manufacturers-improve-efficiency-with-connected-workflows/
CATEGORIES:Manufacturing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260319T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260319T114500
DTSTAMP:20260404T153926
CREATED:20260318T135812Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Global Macro Forecast Trends You Can’t Ignore
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nIn this can’t miss live analyst briefing\, join Expana’s Vice President of Price Forecasting\, Tom Bundgaard\, and Managing Editor\, Simon Duke\, on March 19 (11 AM EDT | 3 PM GMT) for an in-depth look at how the ongoing US-Iran conflict and other critical forces that will influence commodity prices in Q2 – and beyond. → Register now \nIn this live analyst briefing\, gain clarity on:  \n\nWhere the global economy is and where it’s going.\nKey areas impacting the economy (including rising geopolitical tensions\, inflation\, etc).\nHow your commodity prices will be influenced going forward.\nCritical market indicators to monitors – before markets move.\n\nWho is this session for?\nDesigned for procurement\, finance\, risk and supply chain leaders\, get practical guidance to help you navigate rising volatility\, cost pressures and supply uncertainties this year. → Click here to save your seat
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/2026-global-macro-forecast-trends-you-cant-ignore/
CATEGORIES:Industry News and Analysis
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260312T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260312T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153926
CREATED:20260225T141315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260225T141315Z
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SUMMARY:[Centric Lunch Lessons] From Concept to Consumer | Why Closing the PLM-Commercialization Loop Determines Market Success
DESCRIPTION:Register here \n\nFood and beverage brands are managing growing product complexity while consumer decisions happen faster than ever. PLM has become essential for governing product data and product intent\, but many organizations struggle to maintain that intent as products move into commercialization. \nJoin Centric Software’s PLM and PXM experts to explore how closing the loop between PLM and commercialization ensures products perform as designed at the consumer moment of truth. \nAs part of this lunch and learn digital event on March 12\, enjoy a meal on us with an Uber Eats eGift card when you attend. \n\n\n\nWhy rising complexity and speed are reshaping the product lifecycle\nHow PLM anchors product intent and governance\nWhat it means to close the loop from product development to market execution\nHow connected commercialization drives product performance in the market\n\n\n\nRegister now to learn how food and beverage brands are closing the loop from concept to consumer.
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/centric-lunch-lessons-from-concept-to-consumer-why-closing-the-plm-commercialization-loop-determines-market-success/
CATEGORIES:Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260312T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260312T124500
DTSTAMP:20260404T153926
CREATED:20260311T092240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T092240Z
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SUMMARY:Fresh Insights: Policy Webinar on the Farm Bill
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nYour Essential Monthly Briefing on the Strategy Driving Industry Success \nIn a rapidly changing policy landscape\, it’s more important than ever to have a powerful advocate in your corner. Join us for this exclusive preview of the legislative strategies that will impact your business. \nThis Month: The Farm Bill Unpacked\nWhat Comes Next for Fresh Produce\nThe Farm Bill is the cornerstone of federal agriculture policy. With the current reauthorization moving in independent pieces rather than a single package\, understanding the process is critical. \nIn this webinar\, we will: \n\nBreak down the Farm Bill at a high level.\nExplain where the process stands today and what remains outstanding.\nProvide an inside look at what to watch next on Capitol Hill.\nDetail how IFPA is advancing specialty crop priorities.
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/fresh-insights-policy-webinar-on-the-farm-bill/
CATEGORIES:Industry News and Analysis
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260311T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260311T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153926
CREATED:20260218T105239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T105239Z
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SUMMARY:Dairy Innovations: Navigating the Hottest Trends in Product Development
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nThere are few things hotter than dairy products these days\, but consumers are seeking more than ever before\, including high-protein foods with great taste. \nDive into the transformative world of dairy with our first webinar of 2026 and discover how dairy is shaping trends such as GLP-1 and digestive health. Join Sean Bisceglia\, CEO of WovenWorks\, and John Crawford\, Senior Vice President of Client Insights-Dairy\, Circana\, as they reveal the latest data\, consumer insights\, and more. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nThe newest data trends in product development\nInsights into consumer behavior and interaction with dairy products\nThe latest on dairy products and health and wellness trends\nThe challenges and opportunities facing the dairy industry
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/dairy-innovations-navigating-the-hottest-trends-in-product-development/
CATEGORIES:Industry News and Analysis
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260310T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260310T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153926
CREATED:20260218T154334Z
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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:20260303T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260303T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153926
CREATED:20260218T103431Z
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SUMMARY:FDA/USDA Regulatory Updates: Food Safety Work Plans for 2026
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nIn this high-level\, exclusive webinar\, FDA Deputy Commissioner for Human Foods Kyle Diamantas and USDA Under Secretary for Food Safety Mindy Brashears\, Ph.D. will share their agencies’ regulatory priorities and work plans for 2026 and beyond. Attendees will hear directly from these top U.S. regulators on crucial food safety regulatory changes and work priorities that impact regulatory compliance and food safety for their industries. \nMr. Diamantas will share updates on FDA’s Human Foods Program priority deliverables for 2026\, including: \n\nThe removal of synthetic dyes from the U.S. food supply\nPost-market chemical safety oversight\nInfant formula safety\nThe reimagined timeline for FSMA 204 compliance\nFDA’s focus on “highly processed foods” in the recently released Dietary Guidelines for Americans\nFDA’s consideration of food allergen thresholds (including gluten)\nUpdates on the revised “Generally Recognized as Safe” (GRAS) provision\n\nFrom the USDA side\, Dr. Brashears will discuss:  \n\nUSDA’s science- and data-driven vision for food safety\nSustained focus on Salmonella and other pathogens\nStrengthening collaboration across the food safety system\nWorkforce and inspection excellence\nPublic health protection that fosters a resilient food system\n\nA moderated Q&A session at the end of the webinar will allow attendees to pose questions to the regulator
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/fda-usda-regulatory-updates-food-safety-work-plans-for-2026/
CATEGORIES:Food Safety
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260303T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260303T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153926
CREATED:20260211T144233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T144233Z
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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:20260302T220000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260302T230000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153926
CREATED:20260225T140015Z
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SUMMARY:AI for Formulated Goods: Unlocking Speed\, Compliance\, and Profitability
DESCRIPTION:Register here \n\nNearly 95% of corporate AI initiatives deliver no measurable return\, according to a sobering report from MIT’s Media Lab . The difference isn’t the ambition—it’s the approach. Without trusted\, connected data\, AI can’t perform. \nThat challenge is even sharper in food\, beverage\, cosmetics and other formulated products\, where teams must navigate strict regulations\, volatile costs and fast-rising expectations for healthier\, more sustainable and innovative offerings—while still delivering the right product\, at the right time\, at the right price and through the right channel. \nCentric Software® AI-powered solutions embed automation and intelligence across the full product lifecycle to improve efficiency and accelerate time to market. From discovery and formulation to packaging\, labeling\, compliance\, manufacturing\, supply chain and commercialization\, Centric PLM™\, Visual Boards and PXM help teams reduce risk\, speed go-to-market and make smarter\, data-driven decisions. \nIn this live 60-minute webinar\, you will learn: \n\n\n\nWhy AI + PLM is the foundation for speed and compliance readiness\nLearn how connecting AI to a centralized product data backbone increases agility and strengthens regulatory confidence.\nHow AI is reshaping formulation\nExplore how AI supports smarter ingredient selection\, reduces trial-and-error and empowers teams to innovate faster while balancing cost\, safety and compliance.\nWhat effective change management entails in an AI-powered world\nLearn how AI can streamline updates to formulations\, labeling or packaging\, keeping all stakeholders aligned and minimizing costly disruption.\nWhy packaging is a strategic differentiator\nSee how AI enables companies to design packaging that resonates with consumers\, meets regulatory standards and supports sustainability goals.\n\n\n\nRegister now to learn about an exclusive offer for formulated brands and manufacturers—designed to identify quick-win use cases and demonstrate ROI rapidly. \nJoin Centric to learn about an exclusive offer designed to identify quick-win use cases and demonstrate ROI rapidly.
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/ai-for-formulated-goods-unlocking-speed-compliance-and-profitability-2/
CATEGORIES:Food Safety,Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260227T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260227T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153926
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SUMMARY:FSMA's Lab Accreditation Rule: What Food & Beverage Manufacturers & Importers Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nAbout This Session \nJoin us as we explore when LAAF-accredited labs are required\, how the rule ties into outbreak investigations and import oversight\, and what food and beverage manufacturers should do now to evaluate their readiness. Attendees will gain practical guidance on risk-based testing strategies\, documentation expectations\, and how to work effectively with internal and third-party labs under the FSMA framework. \nWhat You’ll Learn \n\nWhen LAAF-accredited labs are required\nHow FDA uses LAAF results in investigations and import oversight\nWhat the rule means for your current testing programs\nKey documentation and quality expectations\nHow to assess lab partners for compliance
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/fsmas-lab-accreditation-rule-what-food-beverage-manufacturers-importers-need-to-know/
CATEGORIES:Food Safety
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260226T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260226T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153926
CREATED:20260127T105323Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T105858Z
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SUMMARY:Stop Plant-Floor Margin Leakage: How to Quantify and Eliminate Hidden Costs
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nMargin isn’t lost on the shelf; it’s lost on the plant floor. Hidden costs show up as slow ramp time\, inconsistent execution across shifts\, preventable downtime\, higher waste and rework\, and avoidable turnover.\n\nMany of these issues get written off as “part of the business” because they’re hard to quantify. They don’t have to be.\n\nJoin WorkForge Advisor and veteran food production executive Tim Cook (LINXIS Group\, Shick Esteve\, AMF Bakery Systems) as he shares findings from The Hidden Costs of Inconsistent Employee Development in Food Manufacturing – research that outlines ten common\, measurable\, and fixable cost drivers that quietly hit your P&L.\n\n\nKey Takeaways: \n\n\n\nWhy reducing these costs is more urgent than ever\n\n\nPractical ways to quantify hidden costs in your operation\n\n\nThe executive role in breaking “status quo” performance\n\n\nHow other food manufacturers have reduced these costs (and what made it stick)\n\n\nWhere to look to uncover what’s really happening on the plant floor\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend: \n\n\nCEOs\, CFOs\, & CEOs\nHuman Resource Leaders\nOperations\, L&D\, Safety\, Food Safety\, and FSQA Professionals
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/stop-plant-floor-margin-leakage/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260226T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260226T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153926
CREATED:20260218T102039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T102039Z
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SUMMARY:From Decision to Implementation in Supplier Management Systems
DESCRIPTION:Register here \n\n\nImplementing a new supplier management system is rarely straightforward. Between legacy processes\, cross-functional stakeholders\, and suppliers hesitant to change\, even the right technology can struggle to gain traction\, especially when manual document review slows everything down. \nIn this webinar\, Alex Sullivan\, a quality systems leader who led TraceGains implementations at leading F&B brands shares real-world perspective on what it actually takes to move from platform selection to successful deployment. The session will explore how teams configure supplier management workflows without heavy engineering support\, drive adoption internally and externally\, and use AI-powered Intelligent Document Processing (IDP) to eliminate manual compliance bottlenecks like COA review and document validation. \nWhat You’ll Learn:\n\nHow to move from system selection to rollout by configuring supplier\, spec\, and compliance workflows that fit your business without relying on custom engineering.\nWhere AI-powered IDP delivers immediate value\, from automating COA ingestion to extracting and validating supplier data across inconsistent document formats.\nHow to drive adoption with both teams and suppliers\, including how to address common concerns and reduce friction during system transitions.\n\n\n\n\n\nThis session is ideal for food and beverage teams implementing or optimizing a supplier management system and looking to scale compliance with speed\, accuracy\, and confidence.
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/from-decision-to-implementation-in-supplier-management-systems/
CATEGORIES:Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153926
CREATED:20260204T162109Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T162109Z
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SUMMARY:How to Manage Food Safety and Regulatory Risks in Your Supply Chain
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nWhen was the last time you assessed your supply chain for weak points—and how did you manage your findings? \nThis webinar will explore the fundamental elements of supply chain risk assessment for food processors and agri-food producers\, particularly for large and complex supply chains. Our speakers will examine industry selection criteria for new suppliers and how to achieve sustainable relationships with your suppliers. They will also discuss how large food manufacturing organizations successfully manage supply chain\, food safety\, and regulatory risks using AI and other advanced technologies. Finally\, they will examine the path forward\, presenting supplier screening considerations for professionals working in procurement\, FSQA\, supply chain\, and R&D\, to help them better manage risks such as food fraud\, regulatory non-compliance\, and unethical sourcing. \nFrom this webinar\, attendees will learn:  \n\nHow to identify and address weak points in their supply chains\nIndustry selection criteria for new suppliers\, and how to achieve sustainable relationships with your suppliers\nHow large food manufacturing organizations can successfully manage their supply chain\, food safety\, and regulatory risks\nFuture supplier screening considerations for professionals working in procurement\, FSQA\, supply chain\, R&D\, and related technical fields
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/how-to-manage-food-safety-and-regulatory-risks-in-your-supply-chain/
CATEGORIES:Food Safety
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260225T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153926
CREATED:20260204T162928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T162928Z
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SUMMARY:Driving Agility in Food Manufacturing: How Digital Twins and AI Accelerate Equipment Design and Commissioning
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nFood manufacturers face increasing pressure to deliver consistent quality\, adapt to changing consumer demands\, and reduce time-to-market—all while controlling costs. This webinar will demonstrate how Digital Twin technology\, simulation and AI-driven automation empower decision-makers to transform their operations and directly address these challenges. \nLearn how a connected digital thread\, from requirements to virtual commissioning\, streamlines equipment design\, minimizes downtime and enables adaptive production for food and beverage lines. During the webinar\, we’ll share real-world examples of AI optimizing mixing processes\, batching steps and recipe adjustments\, as well as how standardized automation frameworks simplify integration. Discover how these innovations help leaders achieve operational excellence and prepare for the next era of smart manufacturing. \nKey takeaways for attendees: \n\nAccelerate time-to-market: How virtual commissioning and simulation reduce delays and improve your ROI.\nBoost operational agility: AI-driven models that adapt recipes and optimize production in real-time.\nSimplify integration: Standardized automation frameworks that cut complexity and errors.\nFuture-proof your plant: Why Digital Twins and Industrial Edge technologies are critical for long-term competitiveness.
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/driving-agility-in-food-manufacturing-how-digital-twins-and-ai-accelerate-equipment-design-and-commissioning/
CATEGORIES:Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153926
CREATED:20260211T145146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260211T145146Z
UID:28270-1771941600-1771943400@foodindustryexecutive.com
SUMMARY:The Next Growth Frontier: Aligning Brand\, Packaging\, and Supply Chain at Scale
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nAs beverage brands scale\, challenges rarely emerge because demand disappears. More often\, they surface when the operating model that supported early success is asked to stretch into the next phase of growth. Join The Outlier Initiative and G3 Logistics for an insight-driven webinar exploring how brand strategy\, packaging decisions\, and supply chain design can work together more intentionally as complexity increases. Designed for growth-stage beverage companies\, this session brings together Courtney O’Brien\, Founder & Managing Director of The Outlier Initiative\, and Brad Busam\, VP and GM of Global Logistics at G3 Logistics\, to share where misalignment can quietly take shape\, and how many leading brands adapt their approach as they scale. Drawing from real-world experience and operator perspective\, this webinar reframes logistics as an upstream design consideration\, not simply a downstream function\, helping marketing\, operations\, and supply chain leaders align around smarter\, more resilient growth. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nHow brand positioning and consumer clarity influence packaging\, channel strategy\, and execution decisions\nWhy some operational challenges take shape early through packaging formats\, SKU strategy\, and service expectations\nCommon growth-stage trade offers that make sense at one moment\, but can introduce risk as volume\, geography\, and channels expand\nWhat tends to feel most strained at scale across warehouses\, transportation\, and inventory\nThree practical questions growth brands can use to scale with greater confidence and fewer surprises
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/the-next-growth-frontier-aligning-brand-packaging-and-supply-chain-at-scale/
CATEGORIES:Leadership,Manufacturing
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260224T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153926
CREATED:20260204T155352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T155352Z
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SUMMARY:2026 Red meat & poultry: global trends & forecasts
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nAre you missing critical signals in the red meat and poultry markets? \nOn February 24 (3:00pm GMT / 10:00am ET)\, join Expana’s experts for a live global market outlook covering red meat and poultry. Discover the critical price signals\, regional supply shifts\, and near-term forecasts impacting the U.S.\, Europe\, South America\, APAC\, and beyond—so you can plan with confidence\, not guesswork. \nKey topics include: \n\nSeasonal and pricing insights: Price trends for red meat and poultry\, including a direct comparison of beef and chicken.\nMarket analysis and forecasts: The latest outlook for beef\, pork\, chicken\, and turkey\, highlighting key supply and demand trends.\nGlobal trade and regional dynamics: How evolving trade flows\, tariffs\, and geopolitical developments are shaping market opportunities.\nDisease and supply chain challenges: The impact of poultry disease outbreaks\, regulations\, and other risks on market stability.\n\nWhether you’re in procurement\, trading\, category or supply chain management\, this session will deliver clear\, concise insights to help you navigate volatility and plan for success in the year ahead. Reserve your spot today!
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/2026-red-meat-poultry-global-trends-forecasts/
CATEGORIES:Industry News and Analysis
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260219T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260219T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153926
CREATED:20260122T093225Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T093225Z
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SUMMARY:The Connected Advantage: From Design to Operations in Food Manufacturing With Simcenter
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nPhysics-based simulation models combined with AI/ML-based models can help the food and beverage industry overcome many challenges\, from finding new formulations that satisfy nutritional requirements to optimizing production. This approach enables virtual development and testing of both products and processes and is a fundamental component of digital twins. The benefits are as expected: cost reduction\, improved efficiency\, safety\, quality\, and more. \nSiemens offers a complete suite of simulation products that can support the entire lifecycle of product development and process optimization. In this webinar\, we will discuss how digital threads can provide a structure for corporations to deploy simulation-based digital twins to achieve their business objectives. \nAttendees will: \n\nLearn how digital threads\, from a digitalization perspective\, connect to various innovation and engineering tasks\nExplore how innovation and engineering tasks can be accelerated with simulation methods ranging from molecular to production-site scales\nReceive insights from existing success stories and implementation methods\nUnderstand how to enable and deploy digital twins
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/the-connected-advantage-from-design-to-operations-in-food-manufacturing-with-simcenter/
CATEGORIES:Technology
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260212T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260212T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153926
CREATED:20260204T160851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T160851Z
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SUMMARY:The Future of Chocolate
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nThis broadcast explores the future of chocolate through three critical lenses – innovation\, sustainability\, and shifting consumer behaviours.
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/the-future-of-chocolate/
CATEGORIES:Industry News and Analysis
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260210T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260210T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153926
CREATED:20260122T084340Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T084340Z
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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:20260130T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260130T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153926
CREATED:20251216T160027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T160027Z
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SUMMARY:A Look Back at 2025 & Looking Ahead to 2026
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nAbout This Session \n2025 brought major shifts in compliance expectations\, supply chain visibility\, and technology adoption across the food and beverage industry. As we head into 2026\, leaders are facing new pressures\, from evolving FDA oversight to increased demand for real-time data and digital traceability. \nJoin us for a special edition of FSMA Friday\, featuring an exclusive\, interactive Q&A session with Dr. David Acheson\, one of the industry’s most trusted voices in food safety\, regulatory strategy\, and FSMA preparedness. \nWhether you’re navigating audits\, strengthening compliance programs\, or adopting SaaS tools to modernize operations\, this is your chance to hear directly from the expert who has guided hundreds of top manufacturers through regulatory change.
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/a-look-back-at-2025-looking-ahead-to-2026/
CATEGORIES:Food Safety
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260129T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260129T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153926
CREATED:20260122T085952Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T085952Z
UID:28141-1769695200-1769698800@foodindustryexecutive.com
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:20260129T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260129T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153926
CREATED:20260122T085039Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T085039Z
UID:28139-1769684400-1769686200@foodindustryexecutive.com
SUMMARY:Gen Z Unpoured: The Big Beverage Shifts Coming in 2026+
DESCRIPTION:Register here \n“I craft my identity through what I consume.” For Gen Z\, consumption isn’t just functional. It’s identity in action. Every snack\, meal and drink is a signal of mood\, values and aesthetic. \nIn this webinar\, Black Swan Data will explore what Gen Z will be drinking (and not drinking) in 2026 and beyond. From emerging alcohol trends to new frontiers for functional sodas\, this content will unpack the needs\, behaviors and passions shaping the next generation of drinks. \nBlack Swan’s predictive intelligence uses AI to analyze millions of social posts (from TikTok\, IG\, Pinterest etc.) to deliver actionable insights for brands like PepsiCo\, Heineken and Nestle. \n\nMeet the different tribes and cohorts among Gen Z consumers\nWhy savory = premium for Gen Z in the spirits category\nWill the gut-skin axis be the next BIG functional space in soda?\nInnovation principles for creating Gen Z-friendly products
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/gen-z-unpoured-the-big-beverage-shifts-coming-in-2026/
CATEGORIES:Industry News and Analysis
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260128T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260128T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153926
CREATED:20260122T094704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260122T094704Z
UID:28143-1769608800-1769612400@foodindustryexecutive.com
SUMMARY:Produce Safety & Biological Soil Amendments: Risks & Best Practices
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nWhy Attend This Webinar?\nThis webinar will focus on best practices for the use of biological soil amendments of animal origin (BSAAO) and their implications for produce safety. As interest in regenerative agriculture grows\, understanding potential food safety risks and preventive measures is critical when dealing with BSAAOs. \nPanelists will cover sourcing\, handling\, application\, and management of BSAAOs\, emphasizing risk awareness\, mitigation strategies\, and alignment with produce safety expectations. The session will provide practical insights for growers\, food safety professionals\, and industry stakeholders looking to strengthen on-farm food safety programs while maintaining soil health. \nKey Topics\n\nSourcing and handling BSAAOs safely.\nRisk mitigation strategies for regenerative agriculture.\nAligning on-farm practices with produce safety expectations.
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/produce-safety-biological-soil-amendments-risks-best-practices/
CATEGORIES:Food Safety
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260127T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260127T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153926
CREATED:20260107T141353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T141353Z
UID:28078-1769522400-1769526000@foodindustryexecutive.com
SUMMARY:Strategies for Reinforcing Food Safety Culture Among Temporary and Seasonal Staff
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nTemporary and seasonal employees can be a cost-effective staffing resource for a food manufacturing facility during peak production times\, staffing shortages\, and as a workload management option; however\, they can also bring some challenges. Temporary workers may feel a lack of investment in their performance or in team collaboration and integration\, which can threaten the stability of workplace culture and the company’s food safety culture. \nIn this webinar\, speakers from industry and academia will review strategies for reinforcing food safety culture among temporary and seasonal workers to avoid food safety and quality issues with your product and prevent waste\, downgrading\, and recalls. Successful management of temporary workforce through better assessment of skills\, more connected training and clear expectations\, improved performance monitoring\, and reinforcement of culture will position your company for success during times of workforce stress. By implementing these strategies\, organizations can optimize the contributions of temporary employees to foster a positive work environment and culture and\, ultimately\, enhance overall productivity. \nFrom this webinar\, attendees will learn:  \n\nThe benefits and challenges of employing temporary/seasonal workers in food processing\nHow to address the potential effects of temporary staff on workplace culture and food safety culture\nHow to successfully manage temporary staff and reinforce food safety culture to avoid food safety and quality issues\, recalls\, and waste
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/strategies-for-reinforcing-food-safety-culture-among-temporary-and-seasonal-staff/
CATEGORIES:Food Safety
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20260121T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20260121T130000
DTSTAMP:20260404T153926
CREATED:20251229T111748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251229T111748Z
UID:28058-1768996800-1769000400@foodindustryexecutive.com
SUMMARY:2026 Dairy Market Outlook: Trends\, Risks\, and What Comes Next
DESCRIPTION:Register here \nWhether you’re focused on production planning\, pricing strategy\, procurement\, or risk management\, this session will deliver clear\, data-informed perspectives on what to expect. \n\n\n\n\n2026 Dairy Market Outlook: Trends\, Risks\, and What Comes Next? \nAs the dairy industry enters a new year\, market participants encounter a complex mix of evolving supply dynamics\, shifting demand signals\, global trade uncertainty\, and increased volatility. Understanding what lies ahead—and how to prepare for it—will be crucial in 2026. \nJoin Kathleen Noble Wolfley\, experienced dairy market analyst and dairy producer risk manager at Insights by Ever.Ag\, alongside Phil Plourd\, head of market intelligence and an accomplished leader with an extensive track record in dairy markets\, for a discussion on the current state of dairy and the key trends shaping the year ahead. \nThis webinar will provide valuable dairy market insight and practical risk-management perspective to help producers\, processors\, and industry stakeholders navigate an ever-shifting marketplace. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhat We’ll Cover: \n\nThe current state of dairy markets at the start of 2026\nMilk supply expectations in the US and globally\nThe impact of new cheese production capacity\nThe growing importance of exports and global demand\nDairy market outlook: Will domestic demand turn higher?\nShifting consumer preferences for protein\nKey “headline” risks to monitor in 2026\nStrategies for managing risk in a volatile market environment\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWhether you’re focused on production planning\, pricing strategy\, procurement\, or risk management\, this session will deliver clear\, data-informed perspectives on what to expect—and how to position yourself—for the year ahead.
URL:https://foodindustryexecutive.com/food-industry-webinar/2026-dairy-market-outlook-trends-risks-and-what-comes-next/
CATEGORIES:Industry News and Analysis
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