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ADM pledges to remove deforestation from its supply chain by 2030
The ingredients giant has also updated its policies, originally released in 2015, on water conservation, traceability and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.
By Barbara Smith • March 25, 2021 -
Post settles sugary cereal lawsuit for $15M and agrees to drop health-focused label claims
The cereal maker will stop using terms including "no high fructose corn syrup," "less processed," "wholesome," "smart" and "nutritious" on products with at least 10% of calories coming from the sweetener.
By Lauren Manning • March 2, 2021 -
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TrendlineTop 5 stories from Food Dive
Check out a selection of articles about some of the biggest trends and news — from McCormick’s reformulation strategy to the impact of GLP-1s — shaping the food industry in 2026.
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Clif Bar plans to double its sales and positive environmental impact
The health bar brand is adding 50 new roles in analytics and innovation, while cutting approximately 125 others as it leans further into sustainability to stay relevant.
By Barbara Smith • Feb. 25, 2021 -
As more than half of consumers deal with food allergies, FARE looks to expand access to care
The leading advocacy and research group recently published a blueprint to make treatment more equitable among races and put it into action with a new community partnership in New Jersey.
By Megan Poinski • Feb. 22, 2021 -
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Tyson and Foster Farms begin COVID-19 vaccinations at some plants
The publicly traded meat giant also announced that Matrix Medical Network would address and monitor its efforts to protect workers from the virus.
By Megan Poinski • Updated Feb. 5, 2021 -
Nestlé sets goal of 100% responsibly sourced coffee by 2025
The company requires farmer groups and suppliers to adopt practices aligned with its Responsible Sourcing Standards.
By A.B. Brown • Jan. 29, 2021 -
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CPG makers feel impact of 'inconsistent' vaccination program, trade group says
In a memo to the White House, the Consumer Brands Association said states and counties have "have outright de-prioritized frontline essential workers," which includes 1.7 million of its members.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 28, 2021 -
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Ukko raises $40M for AI-enabled food allergy solutions
The company is making a nonallergenic version of gluten and a peanut tolerance treatment based on a safe version of the legume's protein.
By Megan Poinski • Jan. 27, 2021 -
Deep Dive
Will 2021 be the turning point for food technology?
What we eat and drink could soon change thanks to advances that allow for the creation of better ingredients, crops and animals. The biggest challenge: explaining the science to consumers.
By Megan Poinski • Jan. 26, 2021 -
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White House withdraws Trump-era rule to permanently increase poultry line speeds
The USDA said revoking the measure, which would have increased line speeds to 175 birds per minute from 140, is part of a broader review of rules by the new administration.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 26, 2021 -
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Chobani to give its 2,220 workers up to 6 hours off to get COVID-19 vaccine
The Greek yogurt maker said it's looking into hosting on-site vaccination clinics as soon as food processing workers become eligible for the shot.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 22, 2021 -
Ahead of SPAC deal closure, David Lee says AppHarvest 'will not miss a beat'
The company's new president, who was previously CFO of Impossible Foods, joined the firm just as it harvests its first crop and prepares to become publicly traded.
By Jane Thier • Jan. 21, 2021 -
PureCircle settles stevia patent infringement lawsuit
Under terms of the largely confidential settlement, a licensing agreement allows smaller provider Almendra to continue selling its disputed Steviarome ingredients worldwide.
By Megan Poinski • Jan. 21, 2021 -
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Tracking food industry priority for the COVID-19 vaccine
President Joe Biden announced a deadline of April 19 for all adults in every state to be eligible for the coronavirus vaccine.
By Thai Phi Le • Updated April 6, 2021 -
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Coca-Cola, Tyson Foods and ADM among companies to suspend political donations
CPG companies joined dozens of large U.S. businesses in reconsidering their contribution practices after last week's violent protest at the U.S. Capitol.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 13, 2021 -
US tariffs on high-alcohol wine from Germany and France take effect this week
The new import duties are part of a longstanding dispute about commercial jetliner subsidies that has spilled over into food and drink.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 11, 2021 -
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Tyson Foods not protected by executive order keeping plants open, judge rules
The federal court is sending an Iowa lawsuit about a worker's death back to the state level after rejecting the company's claim it was acting at the direction of the federal government.
By Lillianna Byington • Jan. 4, 2021 -
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Deep Dive5 trends fueling food and beverage innovation in 2021
Consumers will pick up their pursuit of immunity boosts, new plant-based options, global flavors and tech-enhanced foods after a tough year.
By Lillianna Byington , Christopher Doering , Megan Poinski • Jan. 4, 2021 -
Dietary Guidelines published without changes to added sugars or alcohol recommendations
The document from USDA and HHS is being criticized for not incorporating more recommendations from scientists, dietitians and medical professionals.
By Megan Poinski • Dec. 29, 2020 -
Samantha Liss, Healthcare Dive
Deep Dive5 questions to ask before adopting a coronavirus vaccine policy
Vaccines are still one arrow in an employer's COVID-19 quiver, an attorney said. Incentives and education may also be preferable to mandates.
By Ryan Golden • Dec. 22, 2020 -
Proposal would move GMO food animal regulation to USDA
Moving this approval from the FDA — which gives bioengineered food animals the same scrutiny as new drugs — is wanted by farm groups.
By Megan Poinski • Dec. 22, 2020 -
FDA OKs 'potassium salt' for ingredient labels
Ingredients company NuTek Food Science petitioned the agency in 2016 to allow a more consumer-friendly name for potassium chloride, the nutrient-dense salt replacement.
By Megan Poinski • Dec. 18, 2020 -
USDA plans to crack down on nitrate and nitrite labeling claims in meat
In response to a request from the Center for Science in the Public, the department said it intends to approve non-synthetic sources such as celery powder as curing agents.
By Jessi Devenyns • Dec. 16, 2020 -
Courtesy of Eat Just
Deep Dive // Race for regulation of cell-based meatFrom science to reality: What approval of cell-based meat means for the industry
Singapore's approval of cultured meat is the beginning of a journey to bring something new to the business and potentially change how the world makes food.
By Megan Poinski • Dec. 15, 2020 -
FDA approves GMO pork, but there's no determination if it's safe for those with allergies to eat
GalSafe pigs cause no reaction in pharmaceutical uses and general consumption, but their path as a food is unclear without further safety verifications.
By Megan Poinski • Dec. 15, 2020
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