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Why Perdue Farms isn’t giving up on ‘no antibiotics ever’ chicken
The poultry giant outlines why it's still committed to the label as Tyson Foods and restaurant chains like Chick-fil-A withdraw their policies.
By Sarah Zimmerman • June 27, 2024 -
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Sponsored by GS1 USBite-sized guide to FSMA Rule 204
FSMA Rule 204? FTL? KDE? A lot of talk is going on in the food industry about the latest regulations from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (U.S. FDA)—and it can be a lot to digest.
June 24, 2024 -
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TrendlineTop 5 stories from Food Dive
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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CBD producers push back against ‘devastating’ farm bill amendment
The proposal would prevent the sale of synthetic THC-infused products made from hemp delta-9 that are not derived from the cannabis plant.
By Chris Casey • June 14, 2024 -
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ColumnIngredients in Focus: Deforestation-free soybean
Bunge is joining forces with a CP Foods subsidiary to reach zero-deforestation in soybean meal production.
By Elizabeth Flood • June 13, 2024 -
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Sponsored by Green Boy GroupGreen Boy’s impact report sheds light on food supply chain emissions
Catalyzing transparency: Global plant-based ingredient supplier openly shares emissions data.
June 10, 2024 -
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Bird flu in dairy cattle reported for first time in Iowa, Minnesota as outbreak spreads
Cases have now been detected in herds across 11 states as public health officials scramble to scale biosecurity measures on farms.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Updated June 6, 2024 -
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OpinionThe seafood industry must recognize that healthy seas require safeguarding human rights
On World Oceans Day, a fun spotlight is often put on the need to safeguard our ecosystems. Behind the festivities is a sobering reality check that goes beyond the health of our waters.
By Ryan Bigelow • June 7, 2024 -
Diversifying country of origin is key for vanilla, say suppliers
While the flavoring's supply constraints are not expected to last long, growers warn of a potential cost problem.
By Jennifer Lawinski • June 6, 2024 -
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OpinionCan agile supply chains ease pressures for FMCGs?
To best navigate the fallout of geopolitical conflicts, inflation and unpredictable demand, CPGs should look toward cultivating an adaptable strategy.
By Katy Gallagher • June 5, 2024 -
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Cultivated meat becomes part of the culture wars in the US
Two separate bills signed in Alabama and Florida this month make it unlawful to manufacture, sell and distribute products made from animal cells.
By Elizabeth Flood • May 15, 2024 -
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Snickers owner Mars commits $47M to slash dairy emissions
The CPG giant is testing seaweed feed supplements and plans to open three "net zero" farms as it looks to halve its carbon footprint by 2030.
By Sarah Zimmerman • May 9, 2024 -
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How reclassifying marijuana could benefit beverages
The U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration is set to reclassify the drug as Schedule III, which experts say could help companies in the space increase their cash flow and innovation because of looser taxation.
By Chris Casey • May 2, 2024 -
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Constellation Brands distances itself from cannabis company Canopy Growth
The Modelo brewer is converting its shares and withdrawing from the cannabis producer’s board, its latest move to distance itself from its failed $4 billion investment.
By Chris Casey • April 22, 2024 -
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Congress needs to up funding for food safety oversight, FDA official says
Deputy Commissioner Jim Jones said more money is key to supporting new initiatives including food safety, supply chain resiliency and modernizing its infrastructure and facilities.
By Elizabeth Flood • Updated April 11, 2024 -
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OpinionWhat’s in your beer? Brewers lead the way in nutritional transparency
Nutrition and ingredient disclosures not only help consumers make good decisions about what they drink but also highlight the real differences between beer, wine and liquor, writes the president and CEO of the Beer Institute.
By Brian Crawford • April 10, 2024 -
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Debate surrounding state food additive bans heats up
Food industry executives argue the proposals lack scientific standing and could wreak havoc on the industry, while opponents link consumption of the food substances to serious health problems.
By Elizabeth Flood • April 4, 2024 -
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Tech tool Yuka gives transparency to complicated ingredient lists
The app aims to help consumers decipher food product labels, empowering them to make informed shopping decisions and hold CPGs accountable for their "healthy" claims.
By Elizabeth Flood • April 3, 2024 -
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Cooks Venture tried to raise chickens better. Then 1M birds were killed.
Arkansas farmers were left to pick up the pieces following the unexpected closure of a poultry company known for its free-range chickens.
By Nathan Owens • April 2, 2024 -
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Eggland’s Best sued for claiming eggs contain less saturated fat
Complaints allege the company deceived consumers by falsely advertising its products' nutritional benefits.
By Sarah Zimmerman • March 28, 2024 -
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Constellation wins hard seltzer battle over AB InBev
An appeals court affirmed a 2023 decision that ruled Constellation did not infringe on the trademarks of AB InBev’s Grupo Modelo by selling seltzer products under that brand.
By Chris Casey • March 27, 2024 -
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Avian influenza found in US dairy cattle
As birds begin to enter spring migration, experts say cattle and swine producers should start taking biosecurity measures.
By Sarah Zimmerman • March 26, 2024 -
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OpinionA ban on FDA-approved food additives should come from experts
John Downs, the CEO of the National Confectioners Association, said more studies should be done before banning Red 3 dye and titanium dioxide.
By John Downs • March 25, 2024 -
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Food companies tackling Scope 3 emissions despite weak SEC rule: expert
Businesses will continue working to lower their indirect emissions because of pressure from retailers and state governments, according to a sustainability tech executive.
By Chris Casey • March 18, 2024 -
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OpinionFact, fad and hyperbole: What’s the deal with ultra-processed foods?
A popular change in nomenclature is obscuring strides the industry has made with the nutritional value of its products in recent years, argues Sean McBride of DSM Communications.
By Sean McBride • March 5, 2024 -
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Consumer group urges Treasury secretary to require nutrition labeling on alcohol
The National Consumers League is asking Janet Yellen to force the bureau that governs the industry to enact rules for nutrition and serving size labeling on alcoholic products by June.
By Chris Casey • Feb. 29, 2024
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