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OpinionHow producers are driving a more connected food ecosystem
Players in the middle of farmers and consumers will need to evaluate their business models to see where they fit, and embrace agility and resilience, writes Ernst & Young’s Bill McClure.
By Bill McClure • Sept. 30, 2022 -
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How Danone will improve consumer nutrition
The yogurt giant plans to reduce sugar in its products targeted at children, improve the nutrient density of its plant-based drinks and give $22 million to research, improving access and education.
By Megan Poinski • Sept. 29, 2022 -
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Natural and organic foods have caught a brisk tailwind during the pandemic, as consumers increasingly seek out food options with a health halo.
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‘Healthy’ gets a new definition from FDA
The regulated definition looks at how well food items measure up to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, with limits on the amounts of sodium, added sugars and saturated fats they contain.
By Megan Poinski • Updated Sept. 28, 2022 -
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Smithfield to pay $75M in latest pork antitrust deal
This settlement, involving at least 17.6 million consumers, follows JBS’ agreement to pay $20 million to purchasers this month.
By Chris Casey • Sept. 28, 2022 -
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Food industry makes commitments at White House summit on hunger
Several companies, from Chobani to Tyson, unveiled plans to improve health and nutrition, including reformulating products and revamping labels.
By Megan Poinski • Updated Sept. 30, 2022 -
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FDA issues plan to prevent onion outbreaks
This proposal follows two massive outbreaks that sickened more than 2,100 people, but the recommendations are things that should already be done under current regulations.
By Megan Poinski • Sept. 27, 2022 -
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Biden administration releases strategy to end hunger and increase dietary and physical health by 2030
The policies outlined ahead of the first White House Conference on Food, Nutrition and Health in more than 50 years target improving access to healthy food, labeling changes and connecting healthcare with nutrition.
By Megan Poinski • Sept. 27, 2022 -
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Hydroponic crops qualify for organic certification, appellate court rules
The ruling affirmed the USDA’s decision that the plants grown without soil are eligible for the designation, potentially ending a protracted legal battle.
By Megan Poinski • Updated Sept. 23, 2022 -
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Behind 5 food and beverage sustainability programs receiving USDA funding
Tyson and Land O’Lakes’ sustainability arm Truterra were among the 70 projects that received grants to facilitate climate-smart agricultural practices.
By Chris Casey • Sept. 21, 2022 -
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Blanket policies to discourage indulgent foods don’t work, study finds
Researchers at Georgetown University found obese consumers are more likely to buy sodas and sugary baked goods, while all consumers purchase candy at similar rates.
By Megan Poinski • Sept. 19, 2022 -
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Potential food crisis averted as rail strike deal is reached
The agriculture industry warned a shutdown would have overwhelmed grain storage facilities and delayed deliveries, dealing a blow to a food sector already reeling from inflation and supply chain challenges.
By Chris Casey , Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 15, 2022 -
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GMO ingredient disclosure online is not enough, court rules
The judge found technical problems when using a QR code or text message could prevent consumers from getting the information they seek, but denied several other challenges to the federal labeling law.
By Megan Poinski • Sept. 15, 2022 -
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How Biden’s biotech executive order helps the food industry
Bioengineering powers genetically modified items and the animal-free products made through precision fermentation.
By Megan Poinski • Sept. 13, 2022 -
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Plant Based Foods Institute will promote the segment’s policy and business aims
The new nonprofit, a sister organization to the Plant Based Foods Association, will use sourcing agreements, lobbying, research and foodservice to empower “broadscale change.”
By Megan Poinski • Sept. 7, 2022 -
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Goya boycott after CEO’s praise of Trump resulted in higher sales: study
Net sales jumped 22% two weeks after a social media backlash triggered by Robert Unanue’s comments about the former president, analysis from Cornell researchers found.
By Samantha Oller • Aug. 30, 2022 -
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USDA invests up to $300M to expand organic certification
The funds will be used to help farms make the transition, including through technical assistance and mentorship.
By Chris Casey • Aug. 23, 2022 -
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Ben & Jerry’s partners with Tony’s Chocolonely to end modern slavery in chocolate
The socially conscious companies also are collaborating on new ice cream and candy bars, debuting in the U.S. in January.
By Christopher Doering • Aug. 18, 2022 -
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Texas COVID-19 egg price gouging lawsuit revived by appellate court
The case, which accuses Cal-Maine Foods of unlawfully increasing costs to retailers and consumers in spring 2020, now returns to a trial court.
By Megan Poinski • Aug. 17, 2022 -
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New USDA policy will reject some salmonella-contaminated poultry products
The federal government will now test for the pathogen in breaded and stuffed raw chicken products, and plans a broader proposal to reduce illnesses from the bacteria in the fall.
By Megan Poinski • Aug. 2, 2022 -
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Cargill, Sanderson and Wayne Farms to pay $85M to settle DOJ wage suit
Days after the closing of Cargill and Continental Grain’s purchase of Sanderson Farms, the government accused the poultry processors of conspiring to suppress worker pay.
By Chris Casey • July 26, 2022 -
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FDA to review food program structure for potential overhaul
The U.S. food regulatory system has long been a target of criticism and legislative reform efforts. It has recently come under fire following high-profile failings, including the baby formula recall.
By Megan Poinski • July 20, 2022 -
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Why a medical group wants plant-based diets discussed at the White House
The Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine wants the Biden administration to make this eating option a centerpiece of its food policy conference in September.
By Megan Poinski • July 19, 2022 -
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Chicken executives found not guilty of price fixing
The Department of Justice failed to convince a jury, for an unprecedented third time, to hold poultry executives accountable for conspiring to raise prices.
By Chris Casey • July 8, 2022 -
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Ben & Jerry's sues Unilever to block sale of its Israeli business
In a lawsuit, the ice cream brand charges that its corporate parent decided to sell its interests in the Middle Eastern country without the consent of its independent board of directors.
By Samantha Oller • July 6, 2022 -
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OpinionStand for something: How community outreach can help CPGs build their brands
Food companies can connect with consumers and employees through meaningful volunteerism and philanthropy, writes Ferrara’s Tola Alade-Lambo.
By Tola Alade-Lambo • July 6, 2022
