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Rising aluminum costs hit Heineken
It has been an issue for beer makers for several quarters, but other companies' troubles come from a different source.
By Emma Cosgrove • July 31, 2019 -
Consumer Reports finds listeria on leafy greens sold in major supermarkets
The samples were purchased in June at grocery chains including Costco, Whole Foods, Acme and Hannaford in Connecticut, New Jersey and New York.
By Cathy Siegner • July 30, 2019 -
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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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Cannabis sales could hit $41B by 2025, Nielsen predicts
The research firm found the variety of products has grown significantly in four years — jumping from 166 brands in 2014 to 2,600 last year.
By Jessi Devenyns • July 30, 2019 -
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Should GMOs be allowed in organic food? USDA sparks debate
Current standards prohibit genetically modified items to be certified under that label, but USDA Undersecretary of Agriculture Greg Ibach recently said that could change.
By Jessi Devenyns • July 29, 2019 -
Opinion
Crisco decision adds to conflicting case law over lab testing results
When plaintiffs claim laboratory tests confirm a manufacturer deceptively labeled its food, three attorneys from McGuireWoods argue companies justifiably believe they are entitled to details about those tests.
By James Neale, Trent Taylor and Ben Abel • July 25, 2019 -
Tofurky lawsuit: Arkansas 'meat' labeling law violates right to free speech
The legacy maker of plant-based meat alternatives says the state's prohibition of terminology traditionally associated with meat, dairy and rice products is unconstitutional.
By Cathy Siegner • July 24, 2019 -
Proposed rule could cut SNAP benefits for 3M people
The USDA wants to close a loophole it claims allows states to bypass eligibility requirements and misuse the program.
By Jessica Dumont • July 24, 2019 -
1 in 4 US consumers discuss responsible food sourcing online
The Center for Food Integrity analyzed millions of online engagements and found more people than just Generation Z cares about how what they eat is made and processed.
By Cathy Siegner • July 19, 2019 -
Coalition of health groups keeps California soda tax issue fizzing
The group — which counts the American Heart Association, California Medical Association and California Dental Association as members — wants to get it on the 2020 ballot.
By Jessi Devenyns • July 19, 2019 -
Study: GMOs are needed to feed the planet in 2050
A World Resources Institute report said more use of genetic modification will help ensure there is enough food for the estimated population of 10 billion people, but the technology is still controversial with consumers.
By Cathy Siegner • July 18, 2019 -
Why the meat industry is working together on sustainability
The leading trade group voted to make it a noncompetitive issue, encouraging members to share best practices and use advisers to improve environmental impacts.
By Cathy Siegner • July 17, 2019 -
Sugar in fruit juice may increase risk of cancer, research finds
While consumption of drinks with the sweetener was "significantly associated" with an overall risk of the disease, researchers said their findings need to be replicated in other large-scale studies.
By Cathy Siegner • July 12, 2019 -
Growers consider a minimum price for coffee farmers with prices at multi-year low
Those who grow coffee beans are hoping to replicate similar efforts by cocoa producers who were successful in getting higher payments for their crop.
By Cathy Siegner • July 11, 2019 -
Arla to test 3D imagery systems to improve cow welfare
The artificial intelligence technology is designed to identify changes in the physical well-being, mobility and weight of the animal before they are detected by the human eye.
By Jessi Devenyns • July 11, 2019 -
Plant-based meat company sues Mississippi over state labeling law
The plaintiffs claim the new ban prohibiting the products from using meat terminology violates their First Amendment rights.
By Cathy Siegner • July 3, 2019 -
Nestlé's Toll House quietly introduces edible cookie dough
Despite no formal announcement, the company acknowledged the product's debut by tweeting in response to reports on news sites and Instagram.
By Cathy Siegner • July 2, 2019 -
Oatly stops advertising 'no added sugars' after challenge from Campbell
The legacy company argued Oatly's claims were misleading because its production process breaks down oat starch into simple sugars.
By Cathy Siegner • July 2, 2019 -
DuPont develops natural egg white replacement for plant-based meats
The company said the ingredient for burgers, sausages and cold cut substitutes improves taste and texture, and eliminates the risk of salmonella or avian flu.
By Cathy Siegner • June 27, 2019 -
As DOJ investigates price-fixing against chicken industry, do criminal charges loom?
Tyson Foods, Sanderson Farms and Pilgrim's Pride are among the processors who have denied claims from retailers, restaurants and others accusing them of colluding to keep prices high.
By Lillianna Byington • Updated June 27, 2019 -
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USDA inspector general investigates proposed pork inspection changes
The probe will look into whether the department hid information or used flawed data to support changes that would put some food safety tasks in the hands of industry staff.
By Cathy Siegner • June 26, 2019 -
Deep Dive
How the food industry has weathered an unpredictable 2 years of Trump's trade tactics
With new tariffs announced in tweets, trade agreements awaiting approval and mixed signals from the White House, the period has been filled with ups and downs.
By Lillianna Byington • June 26, 2019 -
Keurig Dr Pepper withdraws Peñafiel bottled water from US for high arsenic levels
The company voluntarily pulled back its mineral spring water sourced from Mexico after sampling found levels higher than allowed by the FDA.
By Cathy Siegner • June 24, 2019 -
Sponsored by Viking Cold Solutions
Should frozen food be used as a battery to lower energy costs?
Is the common practice of flywheeling on your frozen food really the best way to save the most energy?
June 24, 2019 -
Fairlife, Coca-Cola sued after animal abuse videos exposed at supplier's dairy farm
Four lawsuits have been filed against the milk producer, accusing the company of consumer fraud and deceptive marketing.
By Cathy Siegner • June 21, 2019 -
Buyers agree to minimum cocoa price increase after Ghana and Ivory Coast threaten to stop sales
Governments of the West African countries, where about two-thirds of the world's supply is grown, said a higher price is needed to balance what farmers and commodity traders are paid.
By Cathy Siegner • June 20, 2019
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