Report: Chinese tariffs may not last long, but the negative effects might

Rabobank found that the trade war could hamper future U.S.-China commerce growth — and both countries have plenty to lose.

By Cathy Siegner • April 16, 2018

As Danone North America becomes a certified B Corp, are other big food companies close behind?

B Corp growth parallels the spending power of millennials, who go out of their way to do business with companies that reflect their values.

By Cathy Siegner • April 13, 2018

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Getting reformulation right: How food companies are rethinking ingredients to meet consumer demand

Ingredient suppliers and companies like PepsiCo and Conagra are working closer together to overhaul brands to cater to a rise in healthy eating and expanding GLP-1 use. 

By Food Dive staff

While consumers buzz about acrylamide in coffee, study shows other products have more

The nonprofit Clean Label Project says french fries and potato chips have higher levels of the naturally occurring chemical.

By Cathy Siegner • April 12, 2018

Missouri bill would prohibit 'meat' label on lab-grown or plant-based alternatives

The bill's sponsors have ties to the meat industry, and the legislation passed two committees of the state's House of Representatives. 

By Cathy Siegner • April 12, 2018

Maker of Bertolli olive oil settles class-action lawsuit for $7M

Plaintiffs claimed the product was labeled as being "imported from Italy" when the olives came from several places, and that its extra virgin quality could not be verified.

By Cathy Siegner • April 12, 2018

Strawberries remain at the top of the 'Dirty Dozen' produce list

Spinach and nectarines came in second and third place for items containing the highest pesticide residue levels, while avocados led the "Clean 15" list, according to the Environmental Working Group.

By Cathy Siegner • April 11, 2018

SNAP overhaul could level another blow against retailers

Already contending with slim margins and intense competition, grocers also must face the possibility of losing food stamp dollars if cuts proposed by the Trump administration take effect.

By Jeff Wells • April 9, 2018

Carrageenan still OK for organic food, USDA rules

An entry published Wednesday in the Federal Register goes against a recommendation from the department's advisory board to remove the controversial emulsifier from the approved ingredients list.

By Megan Poinski • April 5, 2018

How should cell-cultured food products be regulated?

Rep. Rosa DeLauro, a Democratic lawmaker, is asking a congressional watchdog whether lab-grown meat and other novel products need specific rules to make sure they're safe for consumers.

By Cathy Siegner • April 5, 2018

Arizona mulls longer expiration date for some eggs

The legislator sponsoring the bill said extending the sell-by date for Grade A varieties would help cut back on waste and also may lower prices.

By Cathy Siegner • April 2, 2018

Coffee sold in California must have cancer warning, judge rules

The decision could subject more than 90 companies — including Starbucks, Whole Foods and Target — to millions in fines for failing to inform consumers of acrylamide levels, and may have a ripple effect on the entire segment. 

By Emma Liem Beckett • April 2, 2018

China puts tariffs on $3B worth of selected US food exports

In the wake of newly announced high taxes on Chinese steel and aluminum imports, American farmers and producers had been nervously eyeing the Asian nation's plan to strike back.

By Cathy Siegner • April 2, 2018

Whole Foods tests signage promoting further discounts for Amazon Prime members

While banners posted last week at a Texas store indicated users would get more special deals, they were removed the following day. The company denied a campaign was in the works.

By Cathy Siegner • April 2, 2018

FDA's Gottlieb will stay the course on food transparency measures

At a conference last week, he said the agency will continue its work on Nutrition Facts, menu labeling and definitions, as well as pursue measures to improve consumer health.

By Megan Poinski • April 2, 2018

Report: Major cities show improved access to fresh foods

An analysis by real estate firm Redfin found New York, Baltimore and Philadelphia offer more grocery options for consumers compared to four years ago.

By Jeff Wells • March 28, 2018

Thinking outside the meal kit box to improve food safety and quality

While these products have become popular, there are challenges that remain. Steritech's Doug Sutton offers advice on ways to address high cancellation rates and falling sales.

By Doug Sutton • March 28, 2018

Monsanto invests $125M in gene-editing startup Pairwise Plants

The new collaboration will use CRISPR to develop crops that are sweeter or more flavorful, have an extended shelf life, or are more tolerant to drought and floods.

By Cathy Siegner • March 28, 2018

App that cuts food waste in the supply chain gets $2M in funding

AgShift, a California startup, has developed a process to quickly inspect produce to gauge its freshness and make sure that it complies with industry and USDA specifications.

By Cathy Siegner • March 27, 2018

Could dairy standards of identity make any difference for plant-based alternatives?

The $1.3-trillion omnibus spending bill has a paragraph giving the FDA 180 days to define these products and come up with ways to require enforcement. 

By Cathy Siegner • March 26, 2018

Would a UK-style soda tax reduce sugar in US beverages?

Coca-Cola and Nestle have already cut sweeteners in some of their drinks, even though the new assessment doesn't go into effect until April 6.

By Cathy Siegner • March 23, 2018

Pork, soybeans and fruit may be in the crosshairs of US-China trade war

China said it would put a 25% duty on U.S. meat imports after President Trump placed tariffs on its steel and aluminum products.

By Cathy Siegner • March 23, 2018

US trade reps: No new junk food warnings in NAFTA

Canada and Mexico are pushing the idea in negotiations following Chile's imposition of warning labels on fatty, salty and sugary products two years ago, The New York Times reports.

By Cathy Siegner • March 22, 2018

Survey: Millennials are the most likely to prefer 'ethical' snacks

U.S. consumers aged 18 to 34 are more concerned than other generations about issues such as sustainable farming, fair trade and zero waste in the products they consume.

By Cathy Siegner • March 19, 2018

Report: Amazon, Supervalu among retailers falling short in pesticide-reduction measures

Whole Foods earned an "A" and Amazon received an "F" in the second scorecard from environmental group Friends of the Earth.

By Cathy Siegner • March 19, 2018

The ongoing evolution of organic: Why it's popular and where it's heading

The food production method surged in the early 2000s as consumers began to see the connection between diet, health and the environment. Today, clean labels and fresher items are spurring growth.

By Cathy Siegner • March 19, 2018