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Jeni's reports second listeria contamination
The company had just restarted production on May 13 and is now faced with another shutdown.
By Carolyn Heneghan • June 15, 2015 -
Groups urge FDA to remove eight approved synthetic flavors
The health groups blame the government for not taking action and say the food industry is calling the shots.
By Carolyn Heneghan • June 12, 2015 -
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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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What's next for Blue Bell following FDA, CDC reports?
Blue Bell's changes range from cleaning equipment to requiring employees to wear special clothing in production areas.
By Carolyn Heneghan • June 11, 2015 -
USDA
Restocking begins at sites of bird flu outbreak
The restocking process provides a sense of relief, while others take a cautionary approach in case there is another outbreak.
By Carolyn Heneghan • June 11, 2015 -
Late House decision repeals COOL legislation, avoids high tariffs
The WTO had given Canada and Mexico the authority to impose more than $3 billion in tariffs.
By Carolyn Heneghan • June 11, 2015 -
Judge orders deeper search for peanut butter salmonella outbreak victims
ConAgra Foods reached an $11.2 million deal to settle a federal criminal charge last month.
By Carolyn Heneghan • June 10, 2015 -
Liquid egg supply diminishes, prices soar due to bird flu
Approximately 47 million chickens have had to be slaughtered due to the bird flu, directly impacting the liquid egg industry.
By Carolyn Heneghan • June 10, 2015 -
FDA
Foodborne illness an issue for certain states: report
A decade of data from the CDC is showing more insight about foodborne illness cases. Nonprofit consumer group Center for Science in the Public Interest conducted the report.
By Carolyn Heneghan • June 9, 2015 -
PepsiCo sees claims of carcinogens in products
Certain drink products' caramel coloring is the ingredient in question.
By Carolyn Heneghan • June 9, 2015 -
FDA
FDA outlines expedited imports program
The new program could make importing food into the U.S. easier for qualified importers who demonstrate commendable supply chain management.
By Carolyn Heneghan • June 8, 2015 -
Abbott faces lawsuit over allegedly non-organic ingredients
The company is accused of charging premium prices and misleading consumers away from other products due to its organic label.
By Carolyn Heneghan • June 4, 2015 -
As bird flu hits the egg supply, US baking industry scrambles
The bird flu has killed off about 10% of the country's egg-laying hens.
By Carolyn Heneghan • June 3, 2015 -
Deep Dive
Where GMO legislation stands today: 3 notable debates
GMO legislation discussion is popping up throughout the U.S.
By Carolyn Heneghan • June 3, 2015 -
USDA
White House hosts summit to tackle antibiotics use
The Obama administration has taken steps to address consumer and health experts' concerns about antibiotics use.
By Carolyn Heneghan • June 3, 2015 -
Blue Bell agrees to AL state health testing
The company already signed agreements with Texas and Oklahoma.
By Carolyn Heneghan • June 2, 2015 -
Natural food companies advocating GMO labeling approach Congress
While some food companies are requesting a voluntary GMO labeling law, some natural food companies are requesting that Congress consider mandatory labeling laws instead.
By Carolyn Heneghan • June 1, 2015 -
Judge denies Oregon farmers' attempt to block GMO ban
The farmers claim the ban is unconstitutional.
By Carolyn Heneghan • June 1, 2015 -
FDA
Could faster listeria testing reduce massive recalls?
Considering the latest string of listeria contaminations, faster testing could prove helpful for companies.
By Carolyn Heneghan • May 29, 2015 -
Ohio House passes pure caffeine, powdered alcohol sales block
Just one teaspoon of pure caffeine can be deadly, according to the FDA.
By Carolyn Heneghan • May 28, 2015 -
Bidart Bros. facility's samples test positive for listeria
FDA inspectors found evidence of listeria contamination in seven different spots, among other safety hazards.
By Carolyn Heneghan • May 28, 2015 -
Oregon GMO bills receive mixed reactions
One of the state's GMO bills has been denied and another contested by some of its previous supporters.
By Carolyn Heneghan • May 26, 2015 -
Wal-Mart pushes animal welfare, antibiotic use overhaul
The food retailer is the biggest in the U.S.
By David Oliver • May 22, 2015 -
Hermitage plant to churn tons of recalled Jeni's ice cream into energy
The company and Blue Bell Creameries were left with of tons of ice cream after a devastating recall due to listeria.
By Deborah Barrington • May 22, 2015 -
USDA
Hampton Creek's egg substitute to ease bird flu shortage concerns?
As more egg-producing farms fall to the bird flu, food companies may require other options.
By Carolyn Heneghan • May 22, 2015 -
FDA
FDA releases more Blue Bell inspection reports
The reports contain still more food safety concerns and stretch farther back than the ones the FDA already released.
By Carolyn Heneghan • May 22, 2015
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