Federal bills seek to mandate G.M.O. food labeling 02.23.2015 By Jay Sjerven The stage has been set for renewed debate over G.M.O. labeling.Read More
Let the debate begin — Dietary guidelines recommendations released 02.19.2015 By Jeff Gelski Focus in 2015 recommendations includes sustainability and energy drinks as well as less fat, less sodium, more produce and more whole grains.Read More
F.D.A. has no objection to Reb C stevia extract 02.17.2015 By Jeff Gelski The extract from GLG Life Tech works in stevia blends to improve flavor profile.Read More
Senators introduce Sugar Reform Act of 2015 02.13.2015 By Ron Sterk Three senators introduced the bipartisan Sugar Reform Act of 2015 on Feb. 12.Read More
Snyder’s-Lance receives S.E.C. letter 02.13.2015 By Jeff Gelski The inquiry concerns, among other things, the independent business owner (IBO) businesses in fiscal year 2013.Read More
Disagreement reigns in G.M.O. labeling debate 02.12.2015 By Ron Sterk One thing the panel agreed on is the issue is not going to go away.Read More
Administration renews effort to secure greater flexibility in food aid 02.10.2015 By Jay Sjerven U.S.D.A. budget requested $1,400 million to provide for development and emergency food assistance and donations under P.L.480 Title II.Read More
Renewed school food fight looming on the horizon 02.10.2015 By Jay Sjerven School Nutrition Association asks Congress to modify menu mandates in child nutrition reauthorization bill.Read More
F.D.A. commissioner to step down 02.06.2015 By Jeff Gelski The F.D.A. has taken on food safety, trans fat and nutrition labeling issues during Margaret Hamburg's tenure.Read More
F.D.A. seeks 28% larger food safety budget 02.04.2015 By Jay Sjerven New user fees seen as essential supplement to government funding.Read More