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Another GMO potato faces fewer regulatory hurdles
A potato variety developed by Cellectis Plant Sciences didn't have to get USDA approval.
By Paul Conley • Nov. 26, 2014 -
Urban farming bigger, more important than previously known, says study
The amount of land dedicated to urban farming now equals the size of the European Union.
By Paul Conley • Nov. 25, 2014 -
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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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FDA
Canada and Ireland are tops in food safety, report says
The U.S. makes the top tier, but falls short of the standards reached by Ireland and Canada.
By Paul Conley • Nov. 25, 2014 -
Coca-Cola set to debut its Fairlife premium milk
Coke is ready for the national rollout of its high-end milk a year after purchasing the brand.
By Paul Conley • Nov. 25, 2014 -
FAA drone rules would ban farm use and delivery services, report says
The much-anticipated rules from the regulatory body may come as bad news to agricultural and food interests.
By Paul Conley • Nov. 24, 2014 -
Friday Flavors: Tweetable recipes and LSD steak
Every Friday we bring you some interesting reads in the food space from the past five days.
By David Oliver • Nov. 20, 2014 -
Oregon GMO labeling vote to get recount?
The vote earlier this month was close - but was it close enough for a recount?
By David Oliver • Nov. 20, 2014 -
Who is sticking needles in Canada's potatoes?
Investigators are baffled by the crime, which has spread throughout the Atlantic provinces.
By Paul Conley • Nov. 20, 2014 -
USDA
Another Syngenta lawsuit, this time from ADM
This marks one of Syngenta's many ongoing lawsuits.
By David Oliver • Nov. 19, 2014 -
Retrieved from Nestle on February 11, 2014
Nestle researching drink that could produce exercise effects
The food giant's scientists are looking to create a product that adds to exercise's benefits or could serve as an alternative to the behavior.
By David Oliver • Nov. 19, 2014 -
General Mills settles all-natural lawsuit over Nature Valley brand
The lawsuit, filed by the Center for Science in the Public Interest, dates back to 2012.
By Paul Conley • Nov. 19, 2014 -
USDA to create database to protect organic certification
The agency is looking for help from the industry in developing a more timely and comprehensive system.
By Paul Conley • Nov. 19, 2014 -
Spray-on DNA bar codes are latest weapon against foodborne illness
The technology would allow for placing traceability information directly on food.
By Paul Conley • Nov. 18, 2014 -
Maui County hits pause on GMO moratorium until March 31
The courts will be deliberating the measure's legality.
By David Oliver • Nov. 17, 2014 -
McDonald's says it won't buy GMO potato
The decision is a blow to J.R. Simplot Co., the potato grower-shipper that developed the new spud.
By Paul Conley • Nov. 17, 2014 -
Monsanto files lawsuit over GMO moratorium
The plot thickens as Monsanto and others sue Maui County in Hawaii following last week's vote.
By David Oliver • Nov. 14, 2014 -
Friday Flavors: Celebrity cakes and tons of turkeys
Every Friday we bring you some fun and tasty reads from the past five days.
By David Oliver • Nov. 13, 2014 -
Monsanto settles lawsuit over experimental GMO wheat
The agribusiness giant will pay $2.4 million to settle claims related to the discovery of unauthorized, experimental wheat at an Oregon farm.
By Paul Conley • Nov. 13, 2014 -
UK health advocates want juice banned from 5 A Day program
The initiative aimed at boosting consumption of fruits and vegetables is under siege again over the list of recommended foods.
By Paul Conley • Nov. 12, 2014 -
USDA OKs genetically modified potato
The GE potato is designed to get rid of a possibly dangerous ingredient created in the high temperatures for making French fries and potato chips.
By David Oliver • Nov. 7, 2014 -
Hain Celestial sales soar despite nut butter recall
The maker of organic and natural food brands said sales in its most recent quarter were at an all-time high.
By Paul Conley • Nov. 7, 2014 -
Coca-Cola to develop fruit drink in India, newspaper says
The new drink comes in response to a direct challenge from India's prime minister that soda companies create something healthier than their usual fare.
By Paul Conley • Nov. 7, 2014 -
GMO ballot measures garner mixed messages from voters
The results for Colorado and Hawaii are in, but voters are still waiting on Oregon.
By Paul Conley • Nov. 5, 2014 -
Glanbia goes big on gluten-free, opens new oats plant
The ingredients company's new plant is aimed at serving the U.S. market.
By Paul Conley • Nov. 3, 2014 -
Gerber sued by FTC over baby food ad claims
At issue is Gerber saying that its Good Start Gentle formula can prevent allergies.
By Paul Conley • Oct. 31, 2014
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