U.S.D.A. finalizes rule on mechanically tenderized beef 05.14.2015 By Erica Shaffer Labeling requirements go into force in 2016.Read More
At face value: Front of pack claims are evolving 05.12.2015 By Charlotte Atchley Marketers get to the point with more descriptive front-of-package claims beyond ‘natural.’Read More
F.D.A.’s Redbook under review 05.05.2015 By Jay Sjerven The agency plans to update its guidance on ingredient safety assessments.Read More
G.M.O. labeling group targets Quaker 04.30.2015 By Jeff Gelski Just Label It's "Conceal or Reveal" campaign will call out companies that fund efforts to block mandatory G.M.O. labeling.Read More
Court denies attempt to stop Vermont’s G.M.O. law 04.28.2015 By Jeff Gelski A district court on some issues, including 'natural' advertising on the Internet, agrees with the Grocery Manufacturers Association.Read More
Individual E.U. countries may have more say on G.M.O.s 04.23.2015 By Jeff Gelski A proposal would allow each country to prohibit the use of European Union-approved bioengineered ingredients in food or feed.Read More
Quaker files patent on expandable package for heated food 04.23.2015 By Jeff Gelski The invention addresses spillover protection as well as shipping costs.Read More
Wheat and rice growers urge Congress to lift embargo on Cuba 04.22.2015 By Jay Sjerven Producers seek normal commercial relations with Cuba.Read More
Positive fiber signs from Europe 04.21.2015 By Jeff Gelski While the U.S. waits for an F.D.A. fiber definition, the E.F.S.A. rules on inulin.Read More
Antibiotics under greater scrutiny 04.21.2015 By Jay Sjerven Task force seeks to eliminate use of antibiotics for animal growth promotion.Read More