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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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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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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 -
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National Chicken Council wants labeling restrictions on plant-based products
Until now, the poultry industry has been relatively silent about alternatives, but the trade group presented a survey that says 81% of consumers want non-meat products to be clearly labeled.
By Megan Poinski • June 30, 2022 -
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Why precision fermentation is in the Non-GMO Project's crosshairs
The group dedicated June to educating consumers about the dangers of what it called “synbio dairy” — using genetically modified cells to create proteins identical to those in cow-produced milk.
By Megan Poinski • June 29, 2022 -
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Consumer Brands Association CEO leaving to lead travel group
Since Geoff Freeman took the helm nearly four years ago, the once-struggling organization has changed its priorities and welcomed several members.
By Christopher Doering • June 23, 2022 -
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Hershey applies to patent dairy-free chocolate with roasted grain
The Pennsylvania confectioner says this method can produce candy with a similar texture, mouthfeel, melt and taste to treats made with milk.
By Megan Poinski • June 9, 2022 -
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Why the chicken executive price-fixing case is a priority for prosecutors
As the unusual third trial of leaders at Pilgrim's Pride and Claxton Poultry Farms begins, the Department of Justice is doubling down on its strategy of holding those in charge accountable for corporate misdeeds.
By Megan Poinski , Chris Casey • June 6, 2022 -
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Agriculture Secretary Vilsack announces plan to transform the food system
In a speech last week, the head of the USDA discussed the Biden administration's new efforts to increase competition, capacity and supply, which it ultimately expects to ease prices.
By Chris Casey • June 3, 2022 -
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Deep Dive // Race for regulation of cell-based meatHow should cell-based meat be labeled? What 1,179 comments to USDA say about stakeholders' priorities
With decision-making coming soon, players in cultivated and animal meat industries, state governments and policy groups expressed opinions about how the nascent space should be represented.
By Megan Poinski • May 31, 2022 -
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Race for regulation of cell-based meatTracking the comments on cell-based meat labeling
How should these products be described? Here's what companies, groups, governments and public officials told the USDA.
By Megan Poinski • May 31, 2022 -
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OpinionWhy policy change and innovation are key to expanding access to healthy food
Humanity faces a huge challenge this World Hunger Day — requiring the tools and thinking of today to ensure a well-nourished society tomorrow, writes Pairwise CEO Tom Adams and registered dietitian Kristen F. Gradney.
By Tom Adams and Kristen F. Gradney • May 27, 2022 -
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FDA rules tagatose must be classified as an added sugar
Sweetener maker Bonumose questions the decision given the ingredient's health benefits, floating the idea of potential bias at the department.
By Megan Poinski • May 26, 2022 -
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Deep DiveWhat's standing in the way of a circular food packaging economy?
As CPGs test new bottle and wrapper prototypes and set goals to cut virgin plastic use, critics warn roadblocks could trip up their progress.
By Chris Casey • May 24, 2022 -
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OpinionIncome should not be a barrier to making ethical food choices
To create a fairer food system, WIC agencies across the U.S. must eliminate restrictions on buying cage-free eggs, writes Ben Williamson of Compassion in World Farming.
By Ben Williamson • May 16, 2022 -
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OpinionTurning threats into opportunities: Can food companies successfully attack in all directions?
Whether it's sustainability, supply chain issues, inflation or the obesity crisis, CPGs must be able to tackle multiple challenges at once, writes Sean McBride of DSM Strategic Communications.
By Sean McBride • May 4, 2022
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