FDA blocking GMO salmon imports until guidelines set

The agency approved AquaBounty's AquAdvantage GMO salmon back in November, the first GMO animal approved for humans to eat.

By David Oliver • Jan. 29, 2016

US Forest Service begins Nestle spring water pipeline investigation: report

The U.S. Forest Service was sued for allegedly letting the company pump water out of a national forest in California with an expired permit.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Jan. 5, 2016

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The food and beverage industry is changing rapidly and the actions companies take this year are likely to play a major role in defining their future. 

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Friday Flavors: Bud Weisser vs. Budweiser

Plus: Can listening to certain music help food taste better?

By David Oliver • Dec. 10, 2015

Congresswoman Pingree pushes new bill for food waste reduction

Key provisions include standardization on manufacturers' "best by" date so consumers don't unnecessarily get rid of food.

By Arlene Karidis • Dec. 9, 2015

Major manufacturers commit to cutting carbon emissions

Coca-Cola Enterprises, Kellogg, General Mills, Unilever, and Nestle were among 114 companies that pledged to set goals for cutting carbon emissions within the next two years.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Dec. 8, 2015

General Mills sets 2025 deadline for cage-free egg policy

The company initially made the announcement in July but didn't give a timeline.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Nov. 25, 2015

Marketing, product claims help companies promote sustainability efforts: survey

Nielsen also found that about two-thirds of millennials would pay more for sustainable items, and 45% of consumers may make product purchase decisions based on a company's commitment to the environment.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Nov. 16, 2015

OR Gov. asks for public scrutiny of Nestle water bottling operation plans

Environmental activists and residents oppose the deal, though it would bring in 50 "family wage" jobs in a town with an unemployment rate more than triple the U.S. level.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Nov. 11, 2015

Passing the smell test: New chip can 'smell' ethylene, other gases to detect food spoilage

This could alleviate food waste at the manufacturing level.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Nov. 6, 2015

Nestle USA CEO: 'Zero waste to landfill' facility conversion has commercial benefit

The company recently released its second annual social impact report, highlighting its progress on objectives from 2013.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Nov. 5, 2015

Food Waste Reduction Alliance highlights Campbell Soup, ConAgra efforts

According to the USDA, about 31% — or 133 billion pounds — of the food supply goes to waste, an industry concern the FWRA is combating.

By David Oliver • Nov. 3, 2015

Nestle tests chocolate bars to develop a 'shelf life prediction tool'

The company hopes its research will better inform product managers and packaging engineers.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Nov. 3, 2015

Kellogg to source 100% cage-free eggs

Though it's mainly a grains company, Kellogg does source eggs for certain products.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Oct. 30, 2015

Friday Flavors: Food porn brain tricks and a food waste wedding

Plus: A new video series wants millennials to drink more milk.

By David Oliver • Oct. 22, 2015

How an edible water bubble may replace plastic bottles

Ooho!, an new type of packaging, is a strong, biodegradable, and edible alternative made from seaweed.

By Kristin Musulin • Oct. 19, 2015

José Graziano da Silva: Breaking the bonds of rural poverty, once and for all

This is a guest post on World Food Day, submitted by the Food and Agriculture Organization's José Graziano da Silva​.

By José Graziano da Silva • Oct. 14, 2015

Post pledges its commitment to sustainable palm oil sourcing

The company will work with its direct suppliers to create a viable market for sustainable palm oil.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Oct. 9, 2015

Sustainability will not be considered for US dietary guidelines

The meat industry was vocal in its opposition to the initial sustainability recommendation from a Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee report.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Oct. 7, 2015

PepsiCo announces over $375M in savings from sustainability initiatives

The company surpassed several sustainability goals.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Sept. 29, 2015

US wastes nearly half of its seafood supply: study

Most of the waste occurs at the consumer level, but seafood processors and retailers also incur responsibility.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Sept. 25, 2015

USDA and EPA set first-ever national food waste reduction goals

The national goal calls for a 50% reduction of food waste by 2030. 

By Kristin Musulin • Sept. 16, 2015

Agricultural emissions not in many companies' focus: report

Though most brands recognize the risks from carbon emissions, the majority of the brands did not report to CDP their indirect GHG emissions from agricultural production.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Sept. 8, 2015

Most US consumers support renewable packaging: survey

The vast majority said they would consider changing their purchasing decisions if they had information about renewable packaging reducing carbon emissions.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Sept. 4, 2015

General Mills invests $100M, pledges 28% greenhouse gas reduction by 2025

The company estimates 92% of greenhouse gases come from sources out of its direct control, so it has targeted a plan toc cover the chain — from material suppliers to consumers. 

By Carolyn Heneghan • Aug. 31, 2015

Consumers will pay 30% more for products with Fair Trade label: study

Fair trade imports are on the rise in the U.S., including a 26% increase in fruits and vegetables last year.

By Carolyn Heneghan • Aug. 28, 2015