U.S.D.A. announces four final rules related to school nutrition 07.26.2016 By Jay Sjerven Rules aim to ensure children have access to healthful snacks.Read More
House passes G.M.O. labeling bill, sends to president 07.14.2016 By Jeff Gelski and Jay Sjerven President Barack Obama expected to sign the bill into law in next few days.Read More
Congress passes Global Food Security Act 07.12.2016 By Jay Sjerven The legislation reaffirms and defines reforms to U.S. global food and agriculture assistance efforts and programs.Read More
Senate passes G.M.O. labeling bill 07.08.2016 By Jay Sjerven Measure would require G.M.O. disclosure but provides food manufacturers options.Read More
Court in part denies motion to dismiss claims of market manipulation by Kraft 06.29.2016 By Ron Sterk Two claims dismissed; court sets dates on remaining five.Read More
U.S.D.A. earmarks $47 million for water conservation, drought response 06.29.2016 By Henry Sosland Agency is working with Bureau of Reclamation to help fund projects.Read More
What will Brexit mean for U.K. food and agriculture? 06.24.2016 By Josh Sosland Sectors look for breathing room in aftermath of stunning vote.Read More
Food companies applaud bipartisan agreement on G.M.O. labeling legislation 06.24.2016 By Monica Watrous Nestle USA, General Mills, Campbell Soup Co. and ConAgra are among major food companies supporting the move.Read More
Brexit may affect U.S. companies with euro exposure 06.24.2016 By Jeff Gelski The United Kingdom leaving the E.U. may impact such companies as Kellogg, General Mills and Kraft Heinz, according to Credit Suisse.Read More
Industry groups hail Senate committee’s G.M.O. move 06.23.2016 By Jeff Gelski A bill would allow companies to use Q.R. codes or phone numbers instead of on-pack labeling to provide information.Read More