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Beyond Meat wins small victory in case filed by former co-packer
A California judge threw out charges that said the plant-based meat company stole trade secrets from Don Lee Farms, but much of the sprawling case still stands.
By Megan Poinski • Updated Aug. 31, 2021 -
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Appeals court upholds ruling finding Kansas 'ag-gag' law unconstitutional
While judges on the panel felt the law violated the right to free speech, another panel hearing arguments on a similar case in Iowa came to a different conclusion.
By Cathy Siegner • Updated Aug. 25, 2021 -
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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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Dairy industry flexing to add CBD despite regulatory uncertainty
The head of the International Dairy Foods Association said an "insatiable appetite" for these products could prompt more companies to enter the space, even without FDA approval.
By Christopher Doering • Jan. 28, 2020 -
Canopy Growth delays its Canadian cannabis beverage line
The company, in which Constellation Brands invested nearly $4 billion, initially planned for the drinks to hit shelves this month.
By Lillianna Byington • Jan. 24, 2020 -
Memphis Meats raises $161M to build a cell-based meat plant
Legacy companies Cargill and Tyson both participated in this funding round for a facility that could be making products in 24 months.
By Megan Poinski • Jan. 23, 2020 -
Food safety law firm asks USDA to ban 31 salmonella strains
Seattle-based Marler Clark submitted a petition seeking stricter guidelines regarding the bacteria on meat and poultry, but critics say it's impossible to remove it all.
By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 22, 2020 -
Column
Leftovers: Jelly Belly flavors get fizzy; Nestlé brings the raw Fun(fetti)
The family behind the iconic candy started a company to bring their "stand-out flavors" to seltzer, and Siggi's puts kid-friendly skyr in pouches.
By Food Dive staff • Jan. 17, 2020 -
Alcohol companies may miss out on billions in e-commerce sales, report finds
Industry leaders need to look closer at how often younger generations use online shopping channels and how much that influences consumer behavior, a Rabobank analyst wrote.
By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 10, 2020 -
How a new tomato variety could change urban farming and cultivation
The gene-edited crop grows in compact bunches instead of long vines and can be harvested in small areas, including converted storage containers or potentially spacecraft.
By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 9, 2020 -
Diet Dr Pepper doesn't make false weight loss promises, court rules
This unanimous ruling at the close of 2019 from the 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals could dissuade consumers from filing lawsuits about "diet" labels.
By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 2, 2020 -
Post and TreeHouse Foods terminate cereal deal
The private label food company said it will continue to try to sell the breakfast staple business.
By Christopher Doering • Updated Jan. 13, 2020 -
Food and drink labels showing exercise needed to burn off calories may curb obesity, study says
U.K. researchers found physical activity calorie equivalent food labeling could reduce daily consumption by up to 200 calories per person.
By Cathy Siegner • Dec. 18, 2019 -
4 in 10 consumers think lab-grown food is 'scary,' while many of the rest need more information
The recent poll from Charleston|Orwig, Maeve Webster of Menu Matters and Confidential Consumer also found about a fifth of millennials think this kind of product is the future.
By Cathy Siegner • Dec. 17, 2019 -
FDA sends warning letter after listeria found in a Friendly's ice cream factory
No illnesses or contaminated products have been reported, but inspectors found the same bacteria strain in the facility owned by Dean Foods in 2017.
By Lillianna Byington • Dec. 12, 2019 -
Supreme Court to hear pork producers' challenge to how pigs are raised
The justices will hear from agricultural groups who say California's anti-confinement law will lead to high costs for farmers outside the state.
By Jodi Helmer • Updated March 28, 2022 -
More than 90% of Americans plan to gift chocolate and candy this holiday season
As interest in sweets increases this month, the National Confectioners Association is offering digital resources with stats, tips and festive facts.
By Jessi Devenyns • Dec. 6, 2019 -
Will Kerry's acrylamide-reducing yeast get widespread use in the US?
Acryleast is outperforming tests, but with no blanket federal government mandate to reduce the naturally occurring carcinogen, adoption will likely depend on price.
By Jessi Devenyns • Dec. 5, 2019 -
Opinion
As consumer tastes evolve, so should FDA standards of identity
As the federal agency considers updating definitions of food items and ingredients, Janet E. Collins of Motif FoodWorks says it needs to consider new technology and changing mindsets about plant-based alternatives.
By Janet E. Collins • Dec. 2, 2019 -
Halo Top plans Chicago plant closure and layoffs starting next month
The ice cream maker will permanently close the production facility and cut 28 workers between Dec. 28 and March 13, according to an Illinois WARN notice.
By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 27, 2019 -
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Walmart pork contained bacteria resistant to multiple antibiotics, report says
The executive director of World Animal Protection said the findings involving the retail giant were "particularly alarming and should raise concerns."
By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 26, 2019 -
84% of food and beverage industry leaders expect sales growth in 2020
Mazars' annual survey of executives also found companies are looking to grow internally — through better-for-you products, cleaner labels and improved operations.
By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 25, 2019 -
Bankrupt Bumble Bee sold for $928M
After filing for Chapter 11 last year, Taiwan-based FCF closed on its acquisition of the company's North American assets.
By Cathy Siegner • Updated Jan. 31, 2020 -
FDA: Source found for romaine lettuce outbreaks
This is the fifth incident involving the pathogen in the popular green in the past two years. The agency identified a common grower and declared the outbreak over this month.
By Cathy Siegner • Updated Jan. 15, 2020 -
Pretty in pink: FDA allows ruby to carry coveted chocolate label
Barry Callebaut has been working with federal regulators for more than a year to market its distinctive pink confection this way. The temporary approval is effective for 15 months.
By Megan Poinski • Updated Nov. 25, 2019 -
Sugar rush: As supply runs low, USDA will guarantee a backup
Adverse weather conditions mean there is less of the sweetener available to manufacturers this year, potentially setting the stage for experiments with alternatives.
By Cathy Siegner • Nov. 21, 2019
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