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There are several things that one must take into account if they intend to run a successful and profitable perishable food manufacturer. There is an overload of procedures and regulations that must be abided by to avoid major issues with the product. The biggest testament to a perishable food manufacturer is its ability to adapt to the world around it.

When it comes to packers and shippers of produce products, there are several hurdles to jump over in order to run a business successfully. Packers and shippers have the responsibility of taking the finished product received from the source, and preparing it for its journey to the greengrocer or farmers market, etc. No one cherishes the concept of pinpoint accuracy and precision more than produce packers and shippers. If nothing else, you are dealing with a product that is essentially a ticking t

Some of the biggest hazards facing food manufacturers are obvious, but others are less so. There are many threats that loom over any production line in every factory in the world. Employees in the meat, seafood, and other food processing industries face numerous health and safety hazards while on the production line and need to be cognizant of these threats to perform their jobs safely over extended periods of time.

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By now you’ve probably seen various products boasting the therapeutic qualities of CBD. Though some more conservative in nature would be hesitant to investigate this trend further, companies are trying to market these products for typically anti-cannabis consumers.

Aquaculture is best described as the cultivation of aquatic animals or organisms for the purpose of controlling conditions as a means for production. The production process varies based on the species that is being farmed. Often, the organisms are comprised of fish, plants and shellfish. Aquaculture is utilized for a myriad of reasons, all serving a specific purpose-mainly consumption.

Technology has been fully engrained in the produce industry for quite some time now, but what can we expect for the future? And what about details regarding agriculture technology is vital to understand? At a recent conference hosted by the Produce Marketing Association, the catalysts were highlighted for all that attended. We at iNECTA thought it would be a good idea to discuss in some depth what we’ve learned in regard to what technology is at our disposal to advance agriculture across multipl

Let’s talk a little about the state of Florida’s agriculture, and what’s in store for the Sunshine State in the future. Obviously, a few things come to mind when you think of Florida produce. Your mind more likely than not jumps straight to citrus, as it does account for a major portion of Florida’s produce industry. However, Florida is facing some issues that are more regulatory in nature.


A new year means new trends in regard to the Food production and manufacturing industries. New means of production mean brand new, burgeoning markets that are now just in their infancies. In the interest of looking ahead toward the future, let’s review one of the most anticipated food trends for the year 2019, robotics in the food service and food production industry.

Let’s talk about another food trend that has taken 2019 by storm and is sure to be a presence in the years to come. Market experts first took notice of this trend back in 2017 when they recorded a 30 percent growth of organic grain farm acreage. The decision by a large number of major corporations to move towards organic options has had a massive impact on the farming industry, and not just for fruits and vegetables.