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Cheap organic imports anger farmers, but meet demand
U.S. farmers who went through the expensive process of transitioning to organic have reason to be upset that imports from other countries are affecting their prices.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 23, 2017 -
GMO market growing at 3.2% CAGR
Even though demand for genetically modified crops is increasing, more than three quarters of U.S. consumers are concerned about whether they are safe to eat.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 23, 2017 -
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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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CA bill proposes warning labels on food with artificial colors
By starting with state legislation to tackle a consumer issue, advocates against artificial colors could be stealing a page out of GMO opponents' playbook.
By Megan Poinski • Feb. 23, 2017 -
Retailers: Philadelphia soda tax is 'devastating' for sales
Grocery stores say the tax of 1.5 cents per ounce, imposed since Jan. 1, has caused a drop in purchases by as much as 50%.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 23, 2017 -
Seaweed before swine: Ocean greens replace antibiotics in pig feed
The product could help companies in the eyes of consumers, as well as improve their bottom lines.
By Doug Harris • Feb. 23, 2017 -
Listeria fears — but no illness — lead to 130 more cheese product recalls
Some shredded and sliced Sargento cheeses lead the list of potentially contaminated products from Deutsch Kase Haus LLC.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 21, 2017 -
Grocery and food industry to Congress: No SNAP soda ban
Making the sugary beverages ineligible for the food stamp program would cause delays at check-out counters and "create real havoc" for grocery stores, according to FMI.
By Megan Poinski • Feb. 17, 2017 -
Opinion
How to avoid legal trouble with meal kit auto-renewals
As manufacturers rush to get into one of the industry's latest trends, Marc S. Roth and Moustafa Badreldin of Manatt, Phelps & Phillips LLP advise how the payment structures work.
By Marc Roth and Moustafa Badreldin • Feb. 17, 2017 -
Shoppers to Wegmans: Dump Trump wines or face boycotts
Wegmans is only the latest retailer to face criticism for carrying products connected to the Trump family fortune.
By Doug Harris • Feb. 16, 2017 -
KIND CEO pledges $25M for transparency to Feed the Truth
The new organization aimed at improving public health by making truth and integrity the foremost values in the food system.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 16, 2017 -
Deep Dive
The gig economy: Exciting opportunities, substantial risk for food manufacturers
More companies are taking advantage of an independent-minded workforce, but some experts fear this trend could tear a hole in the economy's social safety net.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 16, 2017 -
GMA and FMI announce standard wording for dates on packages
The two industry groups recommend manufacturers use either "BEST If Used By" or "USE By" labels on their products.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 16, 2017 -
FDA
Federal report recommends 'national strategy' to address fragmented food safety system
Responsibilities are spread between 16 agencies, but it's unclear if increasing coordination will gain traction with the new administration and Republican-controlled Congress.
By Megan Poinski • Feb. 15, 2017 -
Cheese recall leads to thousands more products pulled off shelves
Much like recent contamination issues with powdered milk, flour, sugar and cookie dough, this recall is snowballing.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 14, 2017 -
Hain Celestial stock tanks after disclosing SEC investigation
The natural foods manufacturer and long speculated takeover target still hasn't been able to resolve accounting issues.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 14, 2017 -
Newly redesigned Nutrition Facts label rolled out
It's been over 20 years since its last overhaul, but questions remain over whether it will become a reality.
By Megan Poinski • Feb. 13, 2017 -
Sanderson Farms shareholders agree with board: Don't stop antibiotics use
A vote on phasing out drug use failed, showing agreement with the company's previous position.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 13, 2017 -
Beef jerky recalled for improper inspection
The new FSMA law brings a more standardized approach to recalls, inspections and production shutdowns, but this incident clearly shows the system has its flaws.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 10, 2017 -
Food producers ask Trump to encourage Asia-Pacific trade
Many of these groups supported the Trans-Pacific Partnership and hope the president can craft a trade agreement that can help increase exports to the Asia-Pacific region.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 10, 2017 -
Consumer lawsuits target nutrition of non-dairy milk
These class-action lawsuits are more controversies churning up in the battle between traditional milk and plant-based alternatives.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 10, 2017 -
Don't cry: Weather has not hampered the onion supply
Trade — especially between the U.S., Mexico and Canada — is vital to keeping the vegetable on store shelves.
By Doug Harris • Feb. 9, 2017 -
Why independent food certification might be more important
If the Trump administration softens restrictions and slows implementation of new labeling guidelines, consumers will need somewhere else to turn.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 9, 2017 -
How increased consumer demand for organics is shaping the retail landscape
The certified chemical-free food is growing at a double-digit clip, encouraging more retailers to carry these items in their stores.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 9, 2017 -
Vilsack: Dairy industry should prepare for change under Trump
The former U.S. Department of Agriculture head, now president and CEO of U.S. Dairy Export Council, told industry leaders that trade — especially with Mexico — is important.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 8, 2017 -
Deep Dive
What's fair? How food prices are set — and taken advantage of
After poultry price-fixing claims led to lawsuits and a new index, more attention is being paid to how commodity costs are decided.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 8, 2017
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