What is High Pressure Technology?

The High Pressure Certification Program is a non-profit created by a number of food & beverage industry leaders who work to provide better, healthier food options to the consumers of today. The goal is to lead, facilitate and promote industry standardization, user education and consumer awareness of High Pressure Technology.

WHAT IS HPC?

News & Events

Cold Pressure Council Annual Conference

The 2026 Cold Pressure Council Annual Conference is being held this October in Chicago! The conference agenda is jam packed with insights, information, and outlooks for the HPP business segment.

HPP and Raw Petfood

Raw pet food recalls have been making headlines. High Pressure Processing (HPP) is being effectively utilized by companies to address this issue. HPP ensures that raw pet food remains safe while preserving its taste and nutritional value. Consequently, more raw pet food manufacturers are adopting HPP to meet their food safety requirements.

How HPP Contributes to Reducing Food Waste

Food waste is one of the biggest challenges worldwide: more than 1 billion meals are thrown away every day, equivalent to 1.05 billion tons per year and nearly 10% of global greenhouse gas emissions. High pressure processing (HPP) technology is emerging as a key ally, extending the shelf life of food and beverages while maintaining their properties, preventing unnecessary losses, and allowing prod