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Big CPGs have not been making food and drink healthier, study finds
The Access to Nutrition Initiative found the 11 largest U.S. manufacturers increased their commitments to affordable, more nutritious products, but have largely not translated those promises into action.
By Megan Poinski • Updated Oct. 17, 2022 -
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USDA proposal focuses on reducing salmonella in poultry
The department’s proposed framework includes requiring breeders to test birds for the bacteria before selling it to meat companies in order to prevent outbreaks.
By Chris Casey • Oct. 17, 2022 -
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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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FDA leaders say the agency is ‘focused on food’
Commissioner Robert Califf and safety and nutrition head Susan Mayne told a conference this week how they plan to use policy to improve what people eat amid unhealthy diets and poor nutrition.
By Megan Poinski • Oct. 13, 2022 -
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U.S. Supreme Court weighs impact of California animal welfare law on industry, retail prices
The justices asked lawyers representing the pork industry and the state about the impact Proposition 12 will have on small producers and interstate commerce.
By Chris Casey • Oct. 12, 2022 -
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Arkansas plant-based meat labeling restrictions are unconstitutional, judge rules
The court said terms like “burger” and “hot dog” on Tofurky’s clearly labeled plant-based items aren’t deceptive and provide consumers with important information about the products.
By Megan Poinski • Oct. 11, 2022 -
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How the Supreme Court animal welfare case could reshape the pork sector
The Court heard oral arguments Tuesday on a challenge to California’s Prop 12, which defines how much space breeding pigs, veal calves and egg-laying hens should have in captivity.
By Chris Casey • Oct. 10, 2022 -
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Tyson employees’ COVID lawsuit reinstated
A federal appeals court resuscitated the case after being dismissed by a district court in June 2021. It claims the meat company acted with gross negligence, ending in wrongful death.
By Chris Casey • Oct. 5, 2022 -
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OpinionWhy the food industry is the cause and the cure of unhealthy diets
The only way President Biden's lofty goals to end hunger and reduce diet-related diseases can be achieved is for the public and private sectors to work together, writes Greg Garrett of the Access to Nutrition Initiative.
By Greg S. Garrett • Oct. 5, 2022 -
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Consumer groups sue for nutritional labeling on alcoholic beverages
The organizations want the Treasury Department to require product labels with alcohol content, ingredient lists and serving size information — changes they first petitioned for in 2003.
By Megan Poinski • Oct. 5, 2022 -
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‘A win for public health’: Initial reactions to the ‘healthy’ definition
Executives, industry groups and an attorney share their first impressions of the FDA’s long-awaited labeling proposal, which is currently open for comments.
By Megan Poinski • Oct. 4, 2022 -
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Plant employees can perform meat inspections, court rules
The new measure does not interfere with the federal government’s responsibility to ensure food is safe, according to the opinion.
By Megan Poinski • Oct. 3, 2022 -
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New rule seeks to stop discrimination among meat producers
USDA said the proposal aims to protect farmers, especially those who belong to vulnerable communities, against retaliation from large processors.
By Chris Casey • Oct. 3, 2022 -
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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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‘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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