F.D.A. rules Just Mayo violates federal law 08.26.2015 By Jeff Gelski The product does not qualify as mayonnaise, nor does it qualify for a health claim of reduced heart disease risk, according to a warning letter.Read More
Senate champions sought for G.M.O.-labeling bill 08.25.2015 By Jay Sjerven A sense of urgency pervades the debate.Read More
General Mills files patent on frosting low in trans fat 08.19.2015 By Jeff Gelski One option avoids using partial hydrogenation.Read More
F.D.A. updates added sugars proposal 08.11.2015 By Jay Sjerven The agency seeks a daily value for added sugars on the Nutrition Facts label.Read More
Different options for national G.M.O. labeling 08.06.2015 By Jeff Gelski Enjoy Life Foods wants national uniformity but not the kind found in the Safe and Accurate Food Labeling Act.Read More
G.M.A. petitions F.D.A. for specific uses of phos 08.06.2015 By Jeff Gelski Partially hydrogenated oils may be used in safe amounts to add flakiness to dough and to act as color and flavor carriers, according to the association.Read More
C.D.C. increases funding to address disease threats 08.04.2015 By Eric Schroeder $17.4 million to be used for foodborne disease prevention and tracking.Read More
Roberts: No intent to reopen debate on farm bill 08.04.2015 By Ron Sterk Stabenow commends farm groups for working together on legislative issues.Read More
U.S. sugar program remains issue of debate 08.04.2015 By Ron Sterk Suspension agreement puts the U.S. Department of Commerce in charge rather than the U.S.D.A.Read More
Proposed added sugar label seen confusing consumers 07.29.2015 By Josh Sosland IFIC warns consumer understanding of sugar intake will diminish.Read More