In a new report, the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture’s Economic Research Service (USDA ERS) found that despite uncertainty about consumer acceptance, farmers in the United States have widely adopted genetically … Continue Reading →
State legislative efforts regarding GMO labeling will be for naught if a new federal bill, deemed by labeling supporters as the DARK (Deny Americans the Right to Know) Act, is … Continue Reading →
United Natural Foods Inc. said net income increased by 23.6% in the fiscal second quarter despite the winter weather literally freezing some sales. read more Supermarket News
WASHINGTON — City Council here on Wednesday voted to pass a bill that would require large retailers to pay a higher minimum wage — a day after Wal-Mart Stores said … Continue Reading →
ASHEVILLE, N.C. — Ingles Markets here on Monday said sales and earnings increased despite a “very competitive” holiday season. read more Supermarket News
BRAMPTON, Ontario — Quarterly sales were flat and profits fell but Loblaw Cos. here on Wednesday raised dividends in a signal that its board remained confident in the retailer’s long-term … Continue Reading →
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — Californians may have rejected the ballot initiative to require labeling of genetically modified foods by a six-point margin (46.9% to 53.1%) but proponents of mandatory disclosure have … Continue Reading →
Despite increased awareness about the risks of too much sodium in consumers’ diets and pledges from governments around the world to reduce salt levels in food, products with low/no/reduced sodium … Continue Reading →
