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MAHA report puts target on ultraprocessed foods
A White House report claims a combination of chemicals and additives contribute to negative health outcomes, potentially signaling future changes to regulatory science.
By Sarah Zimmerman • May 29, 2025 -
Trump tariffs back in effect after appeals court pauses ruling
A lower court had struck down the majority of the president’s sweeping tariffs, saying the administration overstepped its authority.
By Edwin Lopez • Updated May 30, 2025 -
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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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Food industry fights for SNAP as program faces massive cuts
The benefits program accounts for around 5% of all grocery purchases, according to FMI.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • May 21, 2025 -
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FDA to revisit approval of food chemicals that ‘concern consumers most’
The agency is planning a new review process that could result in ingredient bans or additional labeling requirements, according to HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
By Sarah Zimmerman • May 19, 2025 -
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More food companies are reformulating amid push to remove artificial ingredients
Ingredients suppliers have reported booming sales as the industry looks to tap into consumer health trends and comply with demands from Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.
By Sarah Zimmerman • May 15, 2025 -
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FDA approves 3 natural colors to accelerate food industry transition from artificial dyes
The move expands the color palette for companies as they face calls to end use of synthetic additives before the end of 2026.
By Sarah Zimmerman • May 13, 2025 -
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Utz holds financial guidance amid tariffs
The food manufacturer said it's largely insulated from the levies given its domestic production.
By Kate Magill • May 13, 2025 -
OpinionThe snacks we grew up with are at risk of disappearing from shelves – if they haven’t already
Beloved products trusted for generations are now facing a crisis as rising costs, shifting purchasing patterns and regulatory scrutiny pressure legacy brands, writes Keren Novak of Curion.
By Keren Novack • May 5, 2025 -
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Why HowGood thinks food industry climate goals will withstand Trump rollback
The emissions tracking platform said companies are still looking for new ESG tools, even as regulatory pressures shift.
By Chris Casey • May 1, 2025 -
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USDA withdraws plan to limit salmonella in raw poultry
The department is repealing the food safety measure in response to concerns from chicken and turkey producers that it would be too costly to implement.
By Sarah Zimmerman • April 29, 2025 -
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FDA asks food industry to phase out artificial dyes
Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. wants companies to voluntarily remove or replace commonly used synthetic colors before the end of 2026.
By Sarah Zimmerman , Christopher Doering • April 22, 2025 -
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FDA budget cut proposal puts states in charge of routine food inspections
A draft spending document includes language eliminating FDA’s “direct role” in routine assessments of farms and food facilities, which is meant to prevent outbreaks of foodborne illness.
By Elise Reuter , Sarah Zimmerman • April 21, 2025 -
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Food industry bristles as states move to ban soda, candy from SNAP
Purchasing restrictions on food assistance benefits have gained steam under the “Make America Healthy Again” movement, but most experts agree they're unlikely to improve health outcomes.
By Sarah Zimmerman • April 17, 2025 -
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Consumer sentiment plummets amid trade war
Inflation expectations surged to the highest level since 1981 as anxiety mounts over escalating tariffs, the University of Michigan found in a survey.
By Jim Tyson • April 15, 2025 -
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Constellation says Trump’s immigration crackdown is hurting sales of Modelo, Corona
Deportation threats and the potential of job losses have led to decreased spending among Hispanic consumers who make up half of the company’s beer sales.
By Chris Casey • Updated April 15, 2025 -
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Food manufacturers look to stay agile amid tariff uncertainty
Supply chain leaders from Del Monte Foods and McCormick & Co. said they are making supplier adjustments and contingency plans to weather the storm.
By Nathan Owens • April 11, 2025 -
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MycoTechnology’s honey truffle sweetener receives GRAS approval
The mushroom-based ingredients maker said its latest product can amplify caramel and citrus flavors while masking undesirable ones.
By Chris Casey • April 10, 2025 -
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Trump pauses most tariffs for 90 days
Most countries will be subject to a 10% baseline tax in the interim, prompting the E.U. to halt retaliatory tariffs against the U.S. in response.
By Philip Neuffer • April 10, 2025 -
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Tariffs are the latest test of beleaguered US consumers
Before the expansive levies were announced, spending power was already weakened by high prices and rising debt, analysts say.
By Daphne Howland • April 9, 2025 -
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Trump unveils sweeping tariffs, sparking further turmoil in food
A 10% duty on imports and reciprocal levies on 60 countries will raise consumer costs and “unintentionally harm iconic American manufacturers,” according to the Consumer Brands Association.
By Philip Neuffer • April 3, 2025 -
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Constellation Brands beer executive exits amid tariff uncertainty
Bill Renspie’s departure after more than two decades comes as the Corona brewer faces pressure following a tax on Mexican imports levied by the White House.
By Chris Casey • March 24, 2025 -
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Trump admin delays traceability rule to contain foodborne illness outbreaks
The 30-month pause comes as major companies have grappled with E. Coli and listeria contamination within their supply chains.
By Sarah Zimmerman • March 24, 2025 -
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Sponsored by GS1 USDream team assemble: Working together to comply with FSMA Rule 204
Upgrading systems and collaborating to comply with the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) Rule 204 will be a long, complicated process. Learn how leaders are preparing.
March 24, 2025 -
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Consumers worry tariffs will hit grocery prices the hardest: report
New findings from Intuit Credit Karma show half of U.S. consumers have changed their spending habits in anticipation of tariffs, led by Gen Z and millennial shoppers.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • March 20, 2025 -
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Ben & Jerry’s says CEO fired by Unilever over social activism
The ice cream maker alleged the CPG giant has “repeatedly threatened” the ice cream’s personnel if they failed to “silence” their outspokenness.
By Christopher Doering • March 19, 2025
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