Wheat industry groups support Cuba trade thaw 12.19.2014 By Laura Lloyd Estimates are that Cuba might import 500,000 tonnes or more of U.S. wheat each year, if allowed.Read More
N.G.F.A. commends higher fee to improve river locks 12.18.2014 By Laura Lloyd Part of a tax-extender bill approved by Congress.Read More
Congress eases whole grain and sodium requirements in school meals 12.16.2014 By Jay Sjerven Changes part of omnibus spending package passed last week.Read More
Gearing up for the Dietary Guidelines 12.16.2014 By Jeff Gelski The 2015 version might emphasize vitamin D, fiber, calcium, potassium and iron.Read More
Air emission calculation for particulate matter: Flour 12.16.2014 By Anne Giesecke The most common particulate for bakers and snack food manufacturers is flour.Read More
Food industry coalition seeks balanced dietary guidance 12.12.2014 By Jeff Gelski A survey finds agreement for a diet of moderation, including items high in sugar and fat 'only once in a while.'Read More
F.D.A. issues ‘no objection’ letter for luo han guo extract 12.10.2014 By Jeff Gelski GLG Life Tech's sweetener, also known as monk fruit, now has Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) status.Read More
F.D.A. gives 2018 compliance date for labeling regulations 12.09.2014 By Jeff Gelski The Jan. 1, 2018, deadline does not automatically involve any upcoming changes to the Nutrition Facts Panel.Read More
Cargill agrees to Truvia label changes in settlement 12.02.2014 By Jeff Gelski The company in a court-approved settlement does not admit to any wrongdoing in the labeling or promotion of the sweetener.Read More
F.D.A. issues final menu labeling rules 11.25.2014 By Keith Nunes The final rules are broader in scope than originally proposed.Read More