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McDonalds is testing its “robot restaurant” concept – will customers like it?
McDonald's, the world's largest fast food chain, has launched a new automated store format that is set to change the way customers [...]
The pros and the cons of GMO foods
GMO (genetically modified organism) foods are foods that have been genetically modified in a laboratory using genetic engineering techniques. This allows scientists [...]
Do Nutrition and Calorie Labels Work?
In the 1960s, the US government began requiring food manufacturers to include nutrition facts on their labels. Since then, food labeling has [...]
Some good ways artificial intelligence (AI) can change restaurants
Artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to significantly impact restaurants in a number of ways. From automating tedious tasks to changing how operators [...]
What is the difference between food science and food technology?
Food science and food technology are related fields, but they have some distinct differences. Food science is the study of the physical, [...]
Exactly what is food traceability?
Food traceability refers to the ability to track and trace food products through the food supply chain, from farm to table. This [...]
About The FDA’s Final Rule for Food Traceability
Food traceability is an important aspect of food safety as it enables the capability to follow the movement of a food product [...]
The 10 largest food manufacturers in the world by revenue
The largest food manufacturer in the world is Nestle. Founded in 1866, Nestle is headquartered in Vevey, Switzerland and operates in 189 [...]
What is the difference between “plant-based” meat and “lab-grown” meat?
Plant-based meat and lab-grown meat are two different types of meat alternatives. While both plant-based and lab-grown meats offer potential solutions to [...]
Food Deserts: Some Facts and Resources
A food desert is an area, usually an urban or rural low-income neighborhood, where residents have limited access to affordable and nutritious [...]