Food and Drink Production

Food and drink are deeply embedded in our cultural heritage with our consumption habits shaped by centuries of tradition and beliefs. Our environment climate and resources also influence what we eat and drink. The food industry is the largest manufacturing sector worldwide but it has a significant environmental impact in terms of resource use emissions and waste. The industry is facing challenges in improving energy efficiency and reducing waste production but the adoption of industrial digital technologies (IDTs) such as sensors and machine learning can help manufacturers collect and analyze data to make evidence-based decisions reducing their environmental impact by making their processes more flexible and efficient. The COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound impact on the food and beverage manufacturing industry disrupting global supply chains and affecting economies worldwide. As the industry grapples with the pandemics fallout it must find ways to manage risk and uncertainty while ensuring a steady food supply for the worlds growing population This book is a valuable addition to the literature on food production and industry. It focuses on the production of carbonated soft drinks and provides up-to-date information on the latest methods used in carbonation and filling. The book also covers important standards and guidelines that are necessary for compliance with legislation such as the HACCP. This book is intended for a wide range of professionals in the food industry including food scientists technologists chemists engineers microbiologists and students who are interested in this field. It provides an essential resource for anyone who wants to stay up-to-date with the latest practices and standards in carbonated soft drink production.