F.D.A. extends comment period on trans fats measure 12.17.2013 By Staff The agency is attempting to remove partially hydrogenated oils from processed foods.Read More
New U.S.D.A. action plan targets Salmonella 12.17.2013 By Jay Sjerven Each year, about 1.3 million Americans contract Salmonella-related illnesses, and the incidence of the illnesses has remained at a steady or even increased rate in recent years, the F.S.I.S. said, defying current interventions.Read More
Senators propose bill to cut corn ethanol mandate 12.13.2013 By Eric Schroeder Senator Dianne Feinstein of California says mandate is 'simply bad policy.'Read More
Horse meat fallout 12.13.2013 By Keith Nunes Interim report on preventing food fraud calls for a zero tolerance approach and more coordinated intelligence gathering.Read More
All-natural claims become risky business 12.13.2013 By Jeff Gelski Choosing other story lines for product promotion may reduce the chance of litigation.Read More
Action on farm bill pushed into January 12.11.2013 By Jay Sjerven Senate and House negotiators confident they'll be ready to vote in new year.Read More
Use of antibiotics in meat animal production may be ending 12.11.2013 By Keith Nunes The F.D.A. is taking steps to curtail the use of antimicrobials to enhance animal growth and improve feed efficiency.Read More
Europe reaffirms safety of aspartame 12.10.2013 By Jeff Gelski U.S. issues have focused on the use of the artificial sweetener in diet soft drinks and flavored milk.Read More
Food vs. fuel redux 12.06.2013 By Jay Sjerven E.P.A. proposes lower R.F.S. target for ethanol in 2014.Read More
U.S.D.A. publishes Salmonella action plan 12.04.2013 By Keith Nunes New performance standards and a renewed focus on pork are a part of the strategy.Read More