F.D.A. considering food allergen thresholds 01.02.2013 By Jay Sjerven Agency requests comments and information that may assist it in setting thresholdsRead More
F.C.C. revisions proposed for steviol glycosides, caffeine 01.02.2013 By Jeff Gelski Standards focus on identity and content levels.Read More
Energy drink makers meet new Canadian regulations 01.02.2013 By Jeff Gelski Energy drinks in non-re-sealable containers in Canada shall not have more than 180 mg of caffeine.Read More
Sunland recall, Hostess liquidation are the top stories of 2012 12.27.2012 By Keith Nunes The drama surrounding both events captured the attention of the food and beverage industry.Read More
Sunland receives go-ahead to reopen peanut plant 12.26.2012 By Eric Schroeder But some restrictions still apply until company complies with F.D.A. requirementsRead More
Monster Beverage c.e.o. defends energy drinks’ safety 12.14.2012 By Jeff Gelski Rodney Sacks compares comments questioning the safety of energy drinks to criticism against Coca-Cola 100 years ago.Read More
F.D.A. grants facility registration extension 12.13.2012 By Staff The period to comply with the agency's food facility registration process has been extended to Jan. 31.Read More
U.S.D.A. awards grants to study common bean 12.10.2012 By Eric Schroeder Grants total $4.5 million in support of research to improve production.Read More
Sunland calls suspension ‘unexpected’ 11.29.2012 By Keith Nunes Company had planned to recommence shelling operations on Nov. 26.Read More
F.D.A. suspends Sunland's facility registration 11.26.2012 By Keith Nunes This is the first time the agency has used its authority to prevent a company from distributing productsRead More