The food industry is undergoing a major technological transformation as safety, sustainability and efficiency become top priorities across the supply chain.
Food pathogen testing innovation is being driven by AI enhanced molecular diagnostics. Next-generation biosensors and portable PCR devices now deliver near real-time detection of pathogens such as E. coli and Salmonella, drastically reducing testing turnaround times. Cloud-connected testing platforms are also emerging, allowing centralized monitoring and traceability across multiple production sites.
Temperature-sensitive food packaging is evolving with smart sensor and phase-change material integration. Intelligent packaging equipped with time–temperature indicators (TTI) and IoT-enabled freshness sensors continuously tracks product temperature, alerting stakeholders to any deviations that could compromise quality or safety. Sustainable cold-chain packaging made from biodegradable, bio-based insulation materials is also on the rise, helping food producers maintain freshness while reducing environmental impact.
In food waste management, technology is fostering a circular economy through AI-driven demand forecasting, blockchain traceability and bio conversion innovations. Blockchain platforms enable real-time tracking of food products from farm to fork, increasing accountability and enabling redistribution of surplus goods. Waste-to-value technologies such as anaerobic digestion and insect bioconversion are turning organic waste into renewable energy, animal feed and fertilizer.
This edition of Food and Beverage Tech Review highlights recent developments in food pathogen testing, temperature-sensitive packaging and waste management, and shares insights into how organizations can adapt to these disruptive trends to deliver transformative customer experiences.
It features thought-leadership articles from industry experts, including Todd Jongen, Director of Non-Foods Product Development and Packaging Science at US Foods, who discusses strategies for food packaging. Dorothea Hescock, Sr. Director of Quality / R&D, at Massimo Zanetti Beverage USA, shares insights into meeting food safety regulations.
We hope this edition helps you build the partnerships your organization needs to sharpen its competitive edge in the industry.
