Skip to main content

Food and Agricultural Products Center

Open Main MenuClose Main Menu
Formulating the future of condiments

December 13, 2021

Nurhan Dunford, FAPC oil/oilseed specialist, describes the flavors of condiments and explains what goes into a consumer's personal preference.

Behind the aroma of fresh baked bread

November 17, 2021

Renee Albers-Nelson, FAPC milling and baking specialist, explains the components behind the aroma of fresh baked bread in honor of National Family Baking month.

Food Safety Third-Party Audit Corrective Actions

October 18, 2021

Stephanie Baker, FAPC quality management specialist, explains the corrective action process to achieve certification after an audit is completed.

Evolving Beverage Preferences

September 15, 2021

Nurhan Dunford, FAPC oil/oilseed specialist, describes the trends shaping the alcoholic beverage market and explains the effects on individual health.

Setting SMART Goals

August 18, 2021

Kirsten Hollansworth, FAPC communications graduate assistant, breaks down how to set achievable goals by focusing on goals that are specific, measurable, achievable, relevant and timely.

Information Breakdown from a Quality Management Specialist

July 15, 2021

Stephanie Baker, FAPC quality management specialist, explains the information in a Certificate of Analysis, which ensures raw material meets the specifications defined by the manufacturing company and agreed to by the company purchasing the material.

Rising Interest in Fermented Foods

June 15, 2021

Nurhan Dunford, FAPC oil/oilseed specialist, describes the relationship between healthier diets and fermented foods, which she describes to be growing in popularity with young consumers.

Wine in Cans - Wine not?

May 14, 2021

Canned wine has gained popularity during the past several years, and the product options in that category have grown tremendously. Learn more about this newest trend for packaging options in wine from Dani Bellmer, FAPC food engineer.

Food Safety Audits: Frequently Asked Questions

April 15, 2021

All food companies must comply to basic food safety regulations and use good manufacturing practices as designated by certain agencies. Learn more about food safety audits from FAPC's Stephanie Baker and Andrea Graves.

COVID-19 Bolstering Food Production via Urban Agriculture

March 15, 2021

The global COVID-19 pandemic revealed unexpected and complex risks to humanity. Learn how urban agriculture has provided tremendous opportunities for sustainable food production and local development from Nurhan Dunford, FAPC oil/oilseed specialist.

Steps to Finding a Co-Packer

February 15, 2021

Business growth is incredible, but it can come with challenges. Increased production volume is the key to selling more product. Most small businesses have likely come across using a contract packager or co-packer as an option to scale up their businesses. Learn the six steps to finding a co-packer from Ashley Sutterfield of Metzger & Roth.

Top 10 To-Do List for Food Companies

January 15, 2021

January is considered a slow month for many food manufacturers as food sales take a dip. With this being said, it is the perfect time to conquer what Andrea Graves, FAPC business planning and marketing specialist, has titled the top 10 list of actions a food company needs to do annually.

New technology allows reduction in sugar intake

December 15, 2020

Scientists and food manufacturers have been working on new technologies to allow for sugar reduction in foods for many years. Nurhan Dunford, FAPC oil/oilseed specialist, discusses some of these innovations and what consumers can do to limit added sugar in their diets.

Quality Management – Necessary for the Food Industry

November 13, 2020

Stephanie Baker, FAPC quality management specialist, explains the importance of quality management in the food industry and her plans for helping small businesses in the state.

Top 10 Tips for Building Effective Websites

October 15, 2020

On the cusp of launching FAPC’s latest website redesign, Mandy Gross, FAPC communications services manager shares her top 10 list for building effective websites.

Are You an Intuitive Eater?

September 15, 2020

Nurhan Dunford, FAPC Oil/Oilseed Specialist, discusses a 2020 survey that highlights how the COVID-19 global pandemic has changed the way we shop for, eat and think about food.

A Dog Story

August 14, 2020

Dave Moe, Food Processing Consultant discusses the history of hot dogs, specifically the Nathan’s Famous Hot Dog Eating Contest.

Fresh Produce Remains Strong during Pandemic

July 15, 2020

Mark Vaughan of Fresh Avenue Partners discusses how the ongoing pandemic has brought fresh produce into even more prevalence in our world.

Pulses are Good for You and the Environment

June 15, 2020

Nurhan Dunford, FAPC Oil/Oilseed Specialist, discusses everything you need to know about pulses and how they are good for the environment.

Keep Your Distance

May 15, 2020

Dave Moe, Food Processing Consultant, discusses how life started to change when the first U.S. case of COVID-19 was confirmed

MENUCLOSE