Policy: Page 89
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US and Korea sign organic trade pact
The deal opens the way for processors in both countries to sell across borders, effectively ending a ban on exports to Korea that has been in place since January.
By Paul Conley • July 2, 2014 -
Deep Dive
Five false-advertising lawsuits worth noting
Advertising isn't always entirely truthful. Here, a look at some of the more outlandish claims in food/beverage advertising, and the lawsuits that ensued.
By Paul Conley • July 1, 2014 -
Explore the Trendline➔
Courtesy of PIPA
TrendlineGetting 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.
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Toshiba to grow vegetables in 'plant factory'
The electronics giant has started production of plants in a new "ultra-clean" environment.
By Paul Conley • June 27, 2014 -
USDA predicts rise in fruit prices
The government's latest forecast is bleaker than previous estimates, and blames both disease and weather woes for the price spike.
By Paul Conley • June 27, 2014 -
New sensor said to detect Listeria on surfaces
The Biolisme project could make it much easier for the food industry to prevent outbreaks of the foodborne illness.
By Paul Conley • June 26, 2014 -
Monsanto reports 6% drop in earnings
The world's largest seed producer also announced a $10 billion stock-buyback plan.
By Paul Conley • June 26, 2014 -
Yoplait dumps aspartame in bid to win back consumers
General Mills said it will start using sucralose in the low-calorie versions of its yogurt.
By Paul Conley • June 26, 2014 -
Deep Dive
Four food trends spotted at IFT's annual meeting
New products and innovations were introduced at the Institute of Food Technologists' annual meeting this week. Here are four trends that caught our eye.
By Kelsey Lindsey • June 25, 2014 -
Over-fortified cereals pose threat to kids, report says
The Environmental Working Group warns of dangerous levels of vitamin A, zinc, and niacin in breakfast cereals.
By Paul Conley • June 24, 2014 -
World Food Prize goes to 'Green Revolution' disciple
Sanjaya Rajaram is the winner of the 2014 prize for his work in continuing Borlaug's Green Revolution.
By Paul Conley • June 20, 2014 -
Sugar substitute turns out to be fatal ... to fruit flies
The results of an experiment by an 11-year old using Truvia has been duplicated by professionals, but no one knows why the artificial sweetener is such an effective insecticide.
By Paul Conley • June 20, 2014 -
Produce importers fret over proposed APHIS fees
The federal government wants to impose fees for fumigation.
By Paul Conley • June 19, 2014 -
Missouri AG sues Tyson over toxic spill
Attorney General Chris Koster wants the chicken processor to pay for an accident that killed thousands of fish.
By Paul Conley • June 18, 2014 -
'Super banana' to face first human tests
The genetically modified plants, enriched with alpha and beta carotene, are aimed at eliminating Vitamin A deficiency in Africa.
By Paul Conley • June 16, 2014 -
FDA finds sanitation problems at sprouts grower linked to outbreak
Officials are investigating Evergreen Sprouts LLC, but the company's owner says there is no proof the E. coli outbreak initiated there.
By Paul Conley • June 16, 2014 -
Coca-Cola Life rumored to be coming to US
The new formula sweetened with stevia has been undergoing testing in the Argentinian market.
By Paul Conley • June 16, 2014 -
Anheuser-Busch, MillerCoors post ingredients for first time
The two beer giants disclosed what's inside their brews following complaints from the "Food Babe" blogger.
By Paul Conley • June 13, 2014 -
Missouri regulators begin actions against Tyson for toxic spill
The state's Department of Natural Resources filed a notice of violation against the food company for its assumed role in a toxic spill.
By Paul Conley • June 12, 2014 -
Deep Dive
Chew on this: The battle to find a new sweetener for gum and mints
The gum and mint industry is facing some serious problems, particularly around the use of artificial ingredients. But recent breakthroughs suggest progress is possible.
By Paul Conley • June 5, 2014 -
New York City soda ban goes to court
The state's highest court began hearing arguments over the proposed ban of large sugary drink sales in New York City's retail establishments.
By Paul Conley • June 5, 2014 -
Foster Farms sues Orkin over cockroaches
The poultry processor says failures by the pest control company forced it to shut down operations for three days.
By Paul Conley • June 4, 2014 -
Sunny Delight brings energy drink to test markets
Unlike many rivals in the energy drink market, SunnyD X is caffeine-free.
By Paul Conley • June 3, 2014 -
Malaysian authorities clear Cadbury in pig DNA scandal
New tests do not show evidence of contamination in contested chocolates, contradicting earlier test results.
By Paul Conley • June 2, 2014 -
Indonesia testing Cadbury chocolates after pig DNA scandal
Officials from the nation, which has the world's largest Muslim population, said they will test to ensure Cadbury products meet halal standards.
By Paul Conley • May 30, 2014 -
Tyson accidents blamed for two environmental mishaps
Blunders at plants in North Carolina and Missouri caused problems in nearby water systems.
By Paul Conley • May 29, 2014
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