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Tapping into the research and educational capacity
of University of Georgia, Food Product Innovation and Commercialization
works directly with food and marketing enterprises to help launch
great products. Using our sophisticated facilities, FoodPIC clients
benefit from our assistance and expertise in the following areas:
Food Product Development
Experienced food technologists and product development experts
help you create new products and find solutions to production problems.
Technical assistance involves basic analytical work, bench-top testing,
product formulation, line extension, scale-up, nutrition labeling,
and process review.
Packaging and Processing
Engineering
Packaging and food processing engineers collaborate to develop and
design packaging systems. From a primary food package to complex
transportation, shipping and inventory control management systems,
FoodPIC helps our clients carry innovative food products to market.
Storage and Shelf-Life
Evaluation
Assuring product quality over extended periods of time requires
proper storage practices, packaging and facilities. FoodPIC provides
test chambers, analytical assessments and innovative solutions to
food processors that are committed to product safety and excellence.
Sensory and Consumer Testing
Sensory and consumer science professionals help you learn from consumers
by designing, conducting and analyzing data from flavor tests, focus
groups and surveys. FoodPIC has extensive consumer testing facilities
and capabilities, including a focus room, testing booths and off-site
portable testing equipment.
Market Planning
Plan a new product launch with a understanding of suppliers, market
conditions, trends and income/expense projections. FoodPIC provides
assistance from evaluating market opportunities to quantifying consumer
preferences and characterizing buying habits.
Business Development
FoodPIC can assist with business development issues, funding issues,
and facilitate relationships that will enhance the success of your
project. FoodPIC is well equipped to provide a vast array of business-related
problem solving services.
Local, National, International
Market Access and Development
Take advantage of marketing and "buyer introduction" services. FoodPIC
assists processors to identify target markets connect with foreign
and domestic buyers, certify food products, and resolve industry
transportation and distribution issues.
Fee Schedule
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