Lawsuit questions natural claims of Truvia 07.23.2013 By Jeff Gelski At issue is the process by which Truvia is made and the definition of what constitutes a 'natural' product.Read More
House-Senate farm bill conference in holding pattern 07.17.2013 By Jay Sjerven Discussions may not be held before the August recess.Read More
House passes farm bill, minus SNAP extension 07.12.2013 By Jeff Gelski Democrats, farm organizations and nutrition program advocates oppose the revised Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act.Read More
F.D.A. has no objections to use of Reb D stevia sweetener 07.09.2013 By Jeff Gelski Immediate commercialization will begin for Reb D's use in low-calorie and zero-calorie products.Read More
Dried fruits with added sweeteners headed to school menus 07.03.2013 By Keith Nunes New rule opens the door for a variety of fruits and vegetables to be added to school menus.Read More
Japan offers plan to resume U.S. white wheat imports 07.03.2013 By Ron Sterk No timetable offered in ministry's plan.Read More
Coca-Cola, PureCircle collaborate on stevia ingredient 07.01.2013 By Jeff Gelski A GRAS filing with the F.D.A. involves Rebaudioside X.Read More
Open outcry trading in Kansas City draws to close 07.01.2013 By Jay Sjerven Last day was Friday, June 28.Read More
School snacks to get a makeover 06.27.2013 By Keith Nunes New U.S.D.A. rules will change the content of food and beverages offered in schools.Read More