Investor Excited About Food Safety Technology

Investor Excited About Food Safety Technology

July 17, 2013

Great Plains Microbiology has been developing inexpensive and dependable tests for common foodborne pathogens such as Salmonella and Listeria. Great Plains Microbiology has invested $755,000 with a $400,000 commitment from SeedStep Angels to further finance and develop food safety technology. To read more, click HERE.

Instructional Technologies

Terra Technology, division of E2Open

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Continuous Education for Logistics Professionals

Continuous education in logistics is essential for professionals aiming to stay competitive and relevant.

Top Tech Startups Resized

2024 Top Tech Startup Award: Nominations Open

This award highlights top software- and technology-based startups in the supply chain and logistics industry. Submissions close Oct. 24.

Rock Stars Of The Supply Chain Resized 2025

Rock Stars of the Supply Chain Award: Nominations Open

This award recognizes influential individuals whose achievements, hard work and vision have shaped the global cold food supply chain. Submissions close Nov. 29.

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Gatik Launches Industry-First Safety Case Audit Framework

Gatik AI Inc. unveiled the scope of a comprehensive safety case audit for its freight-only operations (deliveries without a human driver onboard) across North America.

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American Logistics Aid Network Activates for Major Hurricane Milton

Less than two weeks after Hurricane Helene made landfall, the American Logistics Aid Network (ALAN) is mobilizing for another major hurricane.

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Building a Traceable Food Chain: A Comprehensive Guide to FSMA Compliance

As organizations navigate the complexities of FSMA compliance within the food and beverage industry, the strategic adoption of advanced technologies and strategies is a competitive advantage.

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International Longshoremen’s Association, United States Maritime Alliance Reach Tentative Agreement; Ports Resume Operation

All 45,000 dockworkers who went on strike Oct. 1 have resumed to their duties.

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The Wake of Disruption and Destruction in Supply Chain: Alexis Asks

The impacts of hurricane Helene, now Milton, and the port strike, are shaping up to spell disruption with a capital D. With collaboration, technology and communication, supply chains are moving forward the best they can.

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Consumers Frustrated with Rising Prices: RRD Survey

A recent survey conducted by R.R. Donnelley & Sons Company found that consumers across key demographic groups have reached a breaking point and are shifting their shopping habits.

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Urgent Call for U.S. Transportation: Fix Mobile Tech, Empower Frontline Workers and Drive Sustainability Forward

Amid ongoing economic and operational hurdles, U.S. transportation and logistics professionals are calling for a renewed focus on supporting frontline workers and enhancing sustainability to improve resilience and service quality.

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Cargill Teamsters on Strike

Teamsters Local 238 members at Cargill are on strike due to the company’s failure to come to terms on a fair agreement.

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IATA Connect Serves as New Hub for Aviation Safety and Compliance

The International Air Transport Association launched IATA Connect, a secure community of aviation safety, security, compliance and operations experts at airlines, regulatory agencies and auditors.

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45,000 Dockworkers on Strike at 36 Ports. What's Next?

Stranded cargo, rerouting challenges and cost escalations are just some of the immediate effects of the port strikes. Now that they're in effect, what's next for global supply chains?

Women in Supply Chain Forum: Ulta Beauty, Uber Freight, Coca-Cola to Lead Content Sessions

Register today for this year's Women in Supply Chain Forum, scheduled for Nov. 12-13 in Atlanta.

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Transforming Warehouse Sustainability with Green Steel

By adopting green steel, warehouses and distributors can align with global sustainability goals, reduce operational costs, and future-proof their infrastructures.

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U.S. Port Strikes: A Predictable Source of Supply Chain Disruption

The lack of investment in productivity-enhancing technology appears to be an industry-wide problem. While the digitization issue remains unresolved, the cycle of predictable disruptions at U.S. ports is set to continue.

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The AI Advantage: Reshaping the Future of the Food and Beverage Supply Chain

By providing objective data and real-time analytics, AI can significantly mitigate litigious disputes and streamline operations, turning challenges into opportunities.

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ILA, USMX Contract Negotiations Remain in Limbo

Negotiations show signs of breaking down, making a strike appear increasingly likely, threatening to disrupt nearly half of the nation's ocean trade. Here's what this means for the future of supply chain.

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Food Recalls in 2024 are Surging. What’s the Crisis Response?

Although large manufacturers receive most of the media attention for food recalls, these 600,000 small food manufacturers also face large-scale recalls on a daily basis. The proper risk strategy and the right insurance are critical.

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Listeria Outbreak Highlights Need for More Digitalized Food Safety Approaches

By embracing emerging technologies, food operators can do their part to protect customers, preserve lives, and position themselves for success in the evolving food safety landscape.

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Decoding Sustainability Certifications

Sustainability certifications separate the sustainable businesses from the greenwashers while reinforcing and enhancing the resilience of their supply chains.

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Descartes Acquires MyCarrierPortal to Enhance Carrier Onboarding

Descartes Systems Group acquired Assure Assist, Inc., doing business as MyCarrierPortal, a provider of carrier onboarding and risk monitoring solutions for the trucking industry.

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Avetta, National Safety Council to Introduce Safety Maturity Index

Avetta partnered with the National Safety Council to launch the Safety Maturity Index, a systems-based approach to target health and safety weaknesses within the supply chain to help avoid serious injuries and fatalities (SIFs).

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How Advanced Packaging Technologies Enhance Food Security

Advanced packaging technologies are transforming the food industry by extending shelf life and monitoring freshness to ensure product integrity.

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8 Prominent Food Industry Organizations Partner to Tackle FSMA Rule 204 Challenges

Eight food organizations formed the Food Industry FSMA 204 Collaboration to enhance industry-wide awareness of the FSMA 204 rule.

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Driver Detention Equates to Supply Chain Inefficiencies, Lost Driver Pay, Driver Turnover: ATRI Research

An analysis of ATRI’s large truck GPS data at different customer facility types found that detention contributes to higher truck speeds.

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U.S. F&B Businesses Battle Rising Costs, Economic Uncertainty

An Expert Market report sponsored by Toast revealed that over half (56%) of U.S. food and beverage business owners say managing operational costs and maintaining profitability is their main challenge.