In this issue we publish the study about smart technologies for food safety and quality assessment with a focus on the specific application of RFID and QR code.

The report of Macfrut in Rimini and scientific study on glyphosate are published.

We wanted to understand more about the potential of the software useful to improve the consumer goods, thus interviewing Eduard Marfa, the Marketing Director EMEA, Lifecycle Collaboration Siemens PLM Software.

We also review machines and accessories, packaging, products and new laws, studies on energy and sustainability, and international insights on markets.

Lastly, news from the world and the upcoming events for the sector.