EU decides to expand DNA testing of meat after horse scandal

After an emergency meeting, EU ministers have decided to take fairly comprehensive action.

By Jeremy Peterseil • Feb. 14, 2013

UK PM: Fraudsters in horse meat crisis to face law

As the European horse meat scandal deepens, EU officials are meeting to debate what action to take.

By Davide Savenije • Feb. 13, 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.

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Heineken beats estimates as it tightens belts

The beer company showed that cost offsets can outweigh lowering sales. 

By Jeremy Peterseil • Feb. 13, 2013

AMI sends message to Obama: sequester and we close down

The food industry is sending out pretty clear messages to the U.S. government: They need funding.

By Jeremy Peterseil • Feb. 12, 2013

Monsanto vs. farmer: coming to the Supreme Court

The case, a true David and Goliath story, is set to begin next week.

By Jeremy Peterseil • Feb. 12, 2013

Coca-Cola sees large rise in profits

The soft drink company was helped by an increase in global sales.

By Jeremy Peterseil • Feb. 12, 2013

12 new food ingredients worth watching in 2013

New ingredient launches may replace salt and sweeteners or make make Greek yogurt easier to produce—but will any of them change the industry as we know it?

By Davide Savenije • Feb. 12, 2013

21 companies cuts salt content, Mayor Bloomberg announces

Unilever and Kraft were among those announced to be hitting voluntary targets.

By Brian Warmoth • Feb. 12, 2013

Horse meat scandal spreads to the EU

The EU calls an emergency meeting as the horse meat scandal escalates.

By Jeremy Peterseil • Feb. 12, 2013

Brazil set to take the seafood industry by storm

Brazil is poised to give even the top global seafood producers a run for their money.

By Jeremy Peterseil • Feb. 12, 2013

Mountain Dew enters 'natural energy' market with morning drinks

PepsiCo is trying to diversify their portfolio with new fruit and coffee based energy drinks.

By Jeremy Peterseil • Feb. 11, 2013

Nestlé recalls Lean Cuisine ravioli due to glass fragments

No one has been hurt, but ravioli from two production days is being pulled.

By Brian Warmoth • Feb. 11, 2013

In tough times, calories may be the only solace

New research shows that tough times can boost calorie intake significantly.

By Jeremy Peterseil • Feb. 11, 2013

Maker's Mark weakens alcohol content in response to demand

The announcement came first in an email to the bourbon brand's customers.

By Brian Warmoth • Feb. 11, 2013

Horse meat reaches 16 countries as France, Romania react

The Romanian prime minister denied that fraud originated within his country.

By Brian Warmoth • Feb. 11, 2013

Golden Corral outbreak leads to class action lawsuit

The buffet chain, site of last December's norovirus outbreak, is facing some tough legal posturing.

By Jeremy Peterseil • Feb. 11, 2013

White House worries automatic budget cuts would leave food at risk

Stemming from the national budgetary conversation, the White House thinks austerity measures would have disastrous effects on food safety.

By Jeremy Peterseil • Feb. 11, 2013

Post takes the blame for 'self-inflicted' loss of market share

In a strange turn, the cereal giant says its quarterly loss was its own doing.

By Jeremy Peterseil • Feb. 8, 2013

Officials say horse meat scandal 'either negligent or deliberate'

As the investigation continues, officials speak out on both the details and scope.

By Jeremy Peterseil • Feb. 8, 2013

FAO Food Price Index holds steady in January

The global price index remained steady after two months of decline.

By Jeremy Peterseil • Feb. 8, 2013

Hostess contract ‘fatally compromised,’ says union boss

After taking much of the heat for Hostess closing, at least from the company, union officials give their side of the story.

By Jeremy Peterseil • Feb. 8, 2013

Brazilian 'slimming coffee' still on U.S. shelves despite FDA warning

Laboratory tests have shown traces of illicit substances, so why is it still being sold?

By Jeremy Peterseil • Feb. 7, 2013

Sports nutrition market set to reach $6 billion by 2018

Fueled by a more active populace, sports nutrition is ready to explode.

By Jeremy Peterseil • Feb. 7, 2013

Hain Celestial earnings skyrocket, warns of steep price hike

After another great quarter, the health food company is weary of rising almond and chia prices.

By Jeremy Peterseil • Feb. 6, 2013

Russia's ban of U.S. meats now includes turkey

First beef and pork, now turkey as Russia continues its controversial import legislation.

By Jeremy Peterseil • Feb. 6, 2013