Trump budget proposes major overhaul to food stamp program

If adopted, the changes to the USDA's Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program could impact CPG companies and grocers such as Walmart, Dollar General and Aldi.

By Erika Kincaid • Feb. 13, 2018

Safe Catch snags $5M to extend line of mercury-tested fish

The three-year-old California firm, which has products in almost 10,000 stores in six countries, claims it is the only company to check every single one of its fish for the element.

By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 12, 2018

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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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5 key tactics give food industry leaders the upper hand in a crisis

Brand strategist Sue Reninger with RMD Advertising advises companies to have a crisis management plan in place before a problem occurs. 

By Sue Reninger • Feb. 9, 2018

House passes bill amending menu labeling law

The legislation offers increased flexibility for supermarkets, according to industry groups, but opponents argue it dilutes the standards put forth by the Food and Drug Administration. 

By Jeff Wells • Feb. 8, 2018

USDA study: Breeding 'super chickens' could limit use of antibiotics

Researchers found roosters with higher levels of a pair of proteins had stronger immune systems and were more resistant to pathogens.

By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 6, 2018

Cargill takes stake in livestock-monitoring technology

The proprietary software from Cainthus, an Irish agricultural-technology startup, can recognize individual cows, track key metrics and monitor animal treatment.

By Cathy Siegner • Feb. 5, 2018

Report: Why brands should stop using the term 'natural'

FONA International found 40% of consumers don't trust the claim on food labels, and nearly 48% prefer that food firms no longer use the descriptor. 

By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 29, 2018

USDA's Perdue pushes for food stamp restrictions in the next farm bill

This option is being closely watched by grocery retailers who have a large number of SNAP-recipient customers.

By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 25, 2018

Survey: Most consumers like meat, slaughterhouses not so much

Even though the vast majority of Americans eat meat at least once in a while, nearly half of them said they also supported a ban on slaughterhouses.

By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 25, 2018

US poultry exporters await outcome of NAFTA talks

Sanderson Farms is concerned about losing business if the trade deal isn't renegotiated since 4.5% of its gross sales come from chicken parts exported to Mexico.

By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 25, 2018

As NAFTA negotiations continue, the outcome could have a big impact on the tiny avocado

The 1994 trade deal helped the avocado become a household name in America. But there is concern if the U.S. withdraws from the measure, consumers of the popular fruit will be hit hard by higher prices.

By Emma Liem Beckett • Jan. 24, 2018

Trader Joe's is switching to receipts without BPA or BPS

The same day a new study on the levels of the synthetic materials in grocery receipts came out, the retailer announced it would begin using thermal paper without the controversial chemicals.

By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 23, 2018

Virginia creates fund to eliminate 'food deserts' in the state

The proposed fund would offer low-interest loans or small grants to grocery stores interested in opening new locations in these underserved areas.

By Erika Kincaid • Jan. 22, 2018

Study: Uniform global labeling system for whole grains would help consumers

Currently, there is no accepted definition, so manufacturers have developed their own ways of telling shoppers about products that contain the ingredient.

By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 18, 2018

Only 33% of consumers trust the food system, study finds

A survey by The Center for Food Integrity found many shoppers are wary of manufacturers, regulators and farmers, and that their confidence in the overall industry is waning. 

By Cassie Chew • Jan. 17, 2018

Analysts confirm produce woes and stock issues at Whole Foods stores

Barclays said it wasn't sure whether the problems were due to high shopper traffic or whether store managers simply weren't keeping up with inventory.

By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 11, 2018

Diet Coke debuts new flavors, design in effort to appeal to millennials

While the relaunch will include new flavors and a different can design, Coca-Cola said it will not change the taste of the zero-calorie soda introduced in 1982.

By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 11, 2018

FoodMaven raises $8.6M to help fight food waste

The Colorado-based company reportedly drew Series A financial support from the Walton family, whose members own 50% of Walmart's stock.

By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 10, 2018

'Food pharmacies' fill prescriptions for fruits and vegetables

A San Francisco primary care clinic is providing referred patients with donated produce, recipes and cooking tips to treat their high blood pressure and diabetes.

By Cathy Siegner • Jan. 3, 2018

FDA takes too long to announce recalls, federal investigator says

The inspector general at the Department of Health and Human Services found food companies took an average of 57 days to recall an item after the agency was made aware of a problem.

By Erika Kincaid • Jan. 2, 2018

Cargill eyes startup mentality through new incubator

The global commodities company is part of a group looking for young firms involved in key parts of the food system, including security, safety and supply chain management.

By Cathy Siegner • Dec. 28, 2017

Organic food is a big risk for the supply chain

From false labeling to proper storage, distributors must be careful to ensure they don't negate an organic certification when products are shipped and handled.

By Barry Hochfelder • Dec. 21, 2017

New lead testing shows levels detected in almost 30% of baby food

Detectable rates appear to be on the decline, but some products such as teething biscuits and items made with carrots and sweet potatoes still contain high amounts of the chemical element.

By Erika Kincaid • Dec. 19, 2017

USDA plans to withdraw rule establishing organic livestock standards

The Agriculture Department said it was pulling the measure because it doesn't believe it has the authority to implement it.

By Cathy Siegner • Dec. 19, 2017

Investor coalition pressures Sanderson Farms to limit antibiotics use

This is the second time that shareholders of the Mississippi-based chicken producer have been asked to direct the company to limit the use of medically important antibiotics.

By Cathy Siegner • Dec. 18, 2017