Jorge Izquierdo is vice president, market development, for PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies. Learn more at pmmi.org and packexpo.com and pmmimediagroup.com.

Supply Chain

Ensuring safety, quality and transparency through blockchain technology

New tech on the 'block'

Jorge Izquierdo PMMI

October 25, 2018

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As consumers and participants in the supply chain demand greater transparency, blockchain has the potential to transform how information about a food product flows from farm to fork to ensure quality and safety by adding greater visibility and efficiency to the process.

Guest Column

Optimizing inspection for meat processors

The state of robotics and automation.

Jorge Izquierdo PMMI

February 24, 2017

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Meat and poultry processors are seeking ways to address common industry challenges and trends by leveraging cutting-edge advancements in automation and inspection technologies.

State of Packaging

Driving change in meat packaging

Brands look to greater traceability, advanced robotics, convenience packaging and workforce development to provide a competitive edge.

Jorge Izquierdo PMMI

January 15, 2016

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As the meat industry approaches 2016, it is important to reflect on the drivers of change and innovation that will continue to affect companies in the new year.

Right-sizing for sustainability

Meat manufacturers adopt new strategies to go green.

Jorge Izquierdo PMMI

August 26, 2015

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Sustainability is top of mind for the meat industry, both for improving efficiency and managing resources. Demonstrating a commitment to sustainability can also be good for the bottom line.

How to Respond to Foodborne Illness Investigations and the Data Released on Them

The CDC's foodborne illness estimates are a fascinating puzzle of information that many processors may not understand or even utilize properly. Editorial Board member Andrew Lorenz breaks it down for processors to better understand how it might affect their business in 2019, and then shares how to respond to foodborne illness investigations.

Food Safety Summit

At the 20th Annual Food Safety Summit we will address the importance of food safety throughout the supply chain and how each community that makes up the ecosystem is connected. It is vital to understand not only your roles and responsibilities but also those in the rest of the process. With case studies, educational sessions, peer-to-peer conversations, and new technologies, we will provide a wide range of applicable, real world solutions to identified needs and situations for the food community.

Products

Poultry Meat Processing, Second Edition

When the first edition of Poultry Meat Processing was published, it provided a complete presentation of the theoretical and practical aspects of poultry meat processing, exploring the complex mix of biology, chemistry, engineering, marketing, and economics involved. Upholding its reputation as the most comprehensive text available, Poultry Meat Processing, Second Edition is thoroughly expanded and updated.

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The National Provisioner

January 2019

Check out the January 2019 issue of The National Provisioner, featuring our cover story on Stampede Meat's new processing facility, the 2019 Poultry Report, and much more.

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Jorge Izquierdo PMMI

ARTICLES

Ensuring safety, quality and transparency through blockchain technology

Optimizing inspection for meat processors

Driving change in meat packaging

Right-sizing for sustainability

The National Provisioner

January 2019

Independent Processor

December 2018