A U.S. Dept. of Agriculture’s Economic Research Service (USDA ERS) study shows that 43% of new food products in 2010 carried at least one health- and nutrition-related claim, compared to … Continue Reading →
A study published in the U.S. Dept. of Agriculture’s Amber Waves shows that the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) may reduce the number of recipient households with very low food … Continue Reading →
The Access to Nutrition Index (ATNI), a new initiative that will rank food and beverage manufacturers on their nutrition practices, has appointed Inge Kauer as its first Executive Director. IFT … Continue Reading →
NEW YORK — Outspoken supermarket magnate John Catsimatidis last week officially launched a campaign to run for mayor of the nation’s largest city, where he operates the 32-store Gristedes chain. … Continue Reading →
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has announced the results of a comprehensive study of food and beverage industry marketing expenditures and activities directed to children and teens. IFT Daily … Continue Reading →
Royal DSM has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Fortitech Inc. in an all cash transaction for a total enterprise value of $ 634 million. IFT Daily News
Nestlé is investing more than CHF 16 million in a new facility at one of its factories in Australia that will produce ready-to-drink medical supplements such as Resource, Isosource, and … Continue Reading →
Yes, a single, nationwide standard would cut down on consumer confusion. No, consumers should be able to determine which program they prefer. Supermarket News
A study published in the Journal of Food Science shows that adding peanut skins to peanut butter may improve the nutrition while maintaining the flavor. IFT Daily News
Mead Johnson’s U.S. division has been actively seeking more ways to extend the shelf life of its products without compromising product integrity, and to ensure that the products are sold … Continue Reading →
