Canadian government invests $1.1 million in Mazza Innovation
The government of Canada has announced a $ 1.1 million investment in Mazza Innovation to expand its plant extract production facility in Delta, British Columbia. IFT Daily News
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Government subsidies may affect Americans’ weight
A study published in JAMA Internal Medicine shows that U.S. federal agricultural dollars may subsidize the production of foods that have a disproportionate role in making Americans obese. IFT Daily … Continue Reading →
Canadian government proposes to authorize irradiation of ground beef
Health Canada has announced the launch of a consultation on a proposal that would allow irradiation of fresh and frozen ground beef to enhance food safety. IFT Daily News
Canadian government proposes new nutrition labels
Rona Ambrose, Canada’s Minister of Health, has unveiled several initiatives to enable Canadians to make healthy food choices for themselves and their families, including proposed changes to nutritional labeling regulations. … Continue Reading →
NGA expands government relations staff
The National Grocers Association said it has added Chris Jones to its government relations department as senior manager of government relations. read more Supermarket News
GMA awards Doherty for government affairs
Grocery Manufacturers Association has presented its 2013 Excellence in Government Affairs Award to Linda Doherty, President of the New Jersey Food Council. read more Supermarket News
NGA adds Lyons to government relations staff
The National Grocers Association said Monday it has hired Maggie Lyons as director of government relations. read more Supermarket News
U.S. government shutdown’s effect on food safety, security
According to the Des Moines Register, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said the government shutdown wouldn’t be as dramatic initially for the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture (USDA) as it would … Continue Reading →