How did modified illegal wheat end up in an Oregon field?

The USDA announced the discovery Wednesday and intends to find out.

By Brian Warmoth • May 29, 2013

Tate & Lyle dives deeper into sodium reduction with new deal

Tate & Lyle has extended its sodium reduction offerings through a new licence deal with Eminate on bicarbonate reduction technology for baked goods.

By Linda Cui • May 29, 2013

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How AI is transforming the food and beverage industry

Companies are leaning on the technology across nearly all parts of their operations, from marketing to product design.

By Food Dive staff

Malnourishment Decreases Literacy Rates in Children

Chronically malnourished children are nearly 20% less literate than those who have nutritious diets, according to a new report released by Save the Children. The findings estimate the global economic impact of malnutrition could amount to $125 billion.

By Linda Cui • May 29, 2013

Product of the day: Inspection conveyor

Dorner Mfg. Corp.'s new miniature 1100 Series conveyor platform now comes with an internal lighting system within the frame that brightly shines light through the conveyor's translucent belt. The backlit conveyor with an LED light is ideal for inspection-type applications as it provide...

By Linda Cui • May 29, 2013

For peaches, what does canned vs. fresh mean for nutrition?

The results from a recent study may surprise you.

By Brian Warmoth • May 29, 2013

Oliver Kromer on the use of omega-3 in dairy products

Oliver Kromer of Hamburg-based Imperial-Oel-Import (IOI) comments on progress in the use of omega-3, particularly in dairy products such as yogurt. One example available to taste at Vitafoods was Omeghurt by Herz Gut. . Recorded, produced and hosted by: Claire Phoenix and Shaun Weston Subscrib...

By Linda Cui • May 29, 2013

Are Randomized Clinical Trials Always the Best Form of Scientific Evidence?

Despite randomized controlled trials (RCTs) being the most persuasive form of evidence, there are several factors inherent to the study of nutrition that challenge whether the RCT is always the best form of evidence for characterizing diet/disease relationships.

By Linda Cui • May 29, 2013

Phthalates may cause high blood pressure in children

A study published in The Journal of Pediatrics shows that dietary exposure to DEHP (di-2-ethyhexylphthalate), a common class of phthalate widely used in industrial food production, may cause elevated systolic blood pressure in children. May 24, 2013 A study published in The Journal of Pediatri...

By Linda Cui • May 29, 2013

Del Monte, Natural Balance Pet Foods merge

Del Monte Foods and Natural Balance Pet Foods Inc. have signed a merger agreement. May 24, 2013 Del Monte Foods and Natural Balance Pet Foods Inc. have signed a merger agreement. Natural Balance Pet Foods, makers of premium pet food for dogs and cats sold throughout North America and also in E...

By Linda Cui • May 29, 2013

Why are veggies good for us? Using a nutrigenomics approach

Eating vegetables is healthy, as has been shown in large-scale epidemiological research. How, and to what degree, vegetable consumption can help prevent conditions such as cardiovascular disease, cancer and diabetes, is, however, still under discussion. May 24, 2013 Eating vegetables is health...

By Linda Cui • May 29, 2013

Odor Complaints Persist at Food Waste Plant

HOWARD, Wis. (AP) — New complaints about the odor coming from a Green Bay area plant that processes animal fats and food waste has some Brown County supervisors pushing harder to punish the owners if the matter isn't addressed soon.Supervisor Patrick Evans says the county has provi...

By Linda Cui • May 29, 2013

Chinese food fears lead to baby formula smuggling

Recent food scares and past baby formula incidents have led to a peak in Chinese parents' fears of tainted formula.

By Roger Riddell • May 29, 2013

Smithfield Foods to be acquired by China's Shanghui International Holdings

The deal will take the Virginia-based company private.

By Roger Riddell • May 29, 2013

Non-GMO ingredients: Are they really out there?

Food companies are increasingly seeking non-GMO ingredients as consumer and regulatory pressures mount.

By Roger Riddell • May 28, 2013

Chobani and Dannon address ‘acid whey’ concerns

The Greek yogurt by-product faces accusations of being potentially harmful to the environment.

By Roger Riddell • May 28, 2013

Most Read Food News of the Week: Evian, Nutella and Taiwan

Need to catch up on the week's most popular food and beverage news? Here's your primer.

By Brian Warmoth • May 24, 2013

Heartland Harvest and Harvest Innovations to release gluten-free pasta

Harvest Innovations says it is using methods from Europe to bring more gluten-free options stateside.

By Roger Riddell • May 24, 2013

Sunland peanut butter eyes next month for return to stores

The peanut butter manufacturer was shut down following its products' involvement in a salmonella outbreak.

By Roger Riddell • May 24, 2013

Dutch wholesaler arrested in horse meat scandal

50,000 metric tonnes of 'beef' may actually have been horse.

By Davide Savenije • May 23, 2013

Is food freedom on trial in Wis. raw milk case?

Supporters of farmer Vernon Hershberger believe so.

By Roger Riddell • May 23, 2013

Trifecta unveils Sunkist Boost and Blends snacks

The line offers premium, healthy snack alternatives.

By Roger Riddell • May 23, 2013

Rocks unveils new Frusions drink line

The line offers organic, ready-to-drink fruit and vegetable blends.

By Roger Riddell • May 22, 2013

'Breaking Bad' comes to life—only in Taiwan with illegal bubble tea additives

A chemistry teacher allegedly helped factories in three countries make an illegal food additive.

By Roger Riddell • May 22, 2013

Natural chemicals in fruits just as scary as synthetics in fast food

Could the natural chemicals found in fruits and vegetables be worse for you than synthetic chemicals in processed food?

By Roger Riddell • May 22, 2013

Ocean Spray debuts new Cran-Lemonade flavor with summer getaway promotion

Ocean Spray fans can nominate a member of their community to receive a summer getaway.

By Roger Riddell • May 22, 2013