Technology & Innovation

Turn emerging technology into practical results.

From automation and AI to smart equipment and digital tools, innovation is transforming how food is produced, packaged, and delivered. This page highlights real-world applications that boost efficiency, enhance safety, and improve performance — paired with resources to help you understand, adopt, and optimize these solutions. Whether you’re evaluating a new system or looking to stay ahead of the next wave of change, you’ll find both inspiration and practical guidance here.

Featured Resources

Explore these curated tools and insights to help you stay informed and ahead. Some are open to all, while others are member-exclusive — log in to unlock full access.

Digital Mindset: How AI enhances, not replaces, professional capabilities (recorded 10/8/25)

From Legacy to Leading - Edge: Dairy Plant Modernization Strategies (coming soon)

Scope Creep: Navigating When Projects Spread from a Design - Build Perspective (coming soon)

Stay Informed in Real Time

Our Technology & Innovation RSS feed delivers the latest updates on automation, AI, smart equipment, and digital tools transforming the food industry. From emerging breakthroughs to proven applications, you’ll see how innovation is driving efficiency, safety, and performance. Use these updates alongside our curated resources to explore new possibilities and keep your operation ahead of the curve.

Food Industry News

Curated headlines from FoodNavigator, Food Business News, and Food Safety News.
⚖️ Regulatory watch (editable)
  • EU considers new protein nomenclature guidance.
  • US FOP labeling: comment period expected Q4.
  • UK HFSS: secondary placement review slated.