TerraVia receives FDA GRAS no questions letter for algae butter
TerraVia Holdings has received a generally recognized as safe (GRAS) no questions letter from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for its algae butter. IFT Daily News
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Lee steps down as Snyder’s-Lance CEO
Snyder’s-Lance has announced that Carl E. Lee, Jr., president and CEO, has retired after 12 years of service to the company. IFT Daily News
Hain Celestial announces Rosetto joint venture
The Hain Celestial Group, an organic and natural products company, has announced the establishment of a joint venture—Rosetto Foods—a newly-formed entity managed by Steven Sands. IFT Daily News
EFSA finds pesticide residues in food remains low
Food consumed in the European Union (EU) continues to be largely free of pesticide residues or to contain residues that fall within legal limits, according to the latest monitoring report … Continue Reading →
Whole Foods investor ups stake, pushes for sale
According to Reuters, Jana Partners has upped its stake in Whole Foods Market as the hedge fund looks to shake up the board and senior management of the high-end grocer … Continue Reading →
Symrise joins sustainability council
Symrise, a supplier of fragrances, flavorings, and functional ingredients, has joined nearly 200 forward-thinking companies as the newest member of the World Business Council for Sustainable Development (WBCSD). IFT Daily … Continue Reading →
Pilot Lite Ventures USA hires Behringer as CEO
Pilot Lite Ventures, an international leader in venture management, has appointed David A. Behringer as CEO of the company’s U.S. branch. IFT Daily News
Mondelez lays groundwork to replace its CEO
According to The Wall Street Journal, Mondelez International is preparing to look for a successor to its Chief Executive Officer Irene Rosenfeld, as the snack giant faces pressure from restive … Continue Reading →
Health Canada moves closer to banning trans fat
Health Canada has announced it is seeking public comment on the proposed prohibition of partially hydrogenated oils (PHOs) from the country’s food supply. IFT Daily News
FDA extends comment period on genome edited foods, animals
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is extending the comment period to continue seeking public input on the draft revised guidance regarding its regulatory approach to human and animal … Continue Reading →