Food Industry

A recent lawsuit filed in the US, alleging that ultra-processed foods (UPFs) are engineered to be addictive, has targeted no less than 11 major food companies. The lawsuit, which claims that the defendant companies targeted children in their marketing, leading to chronic disease, has been described by lawyers as the…

Is sodium reduction worth its salt? (Getty Images) A range of companies within food and beverage want to reduce salt and sodium. What’s driving this trend? Salt reduction, like sugar reduction, is a substantial and growing trend. With salt frequently linked to health conditions such as high blood pressure, food…

Focus has intensified on ultra-processed foods. A US lawsuit alleges major food companies, including Nestlé USA, Mondelēz International and Kraft Heinz, are responsible for intentionally developing addictive UPFs and targeting them at children. This is leading to chronic diseases in consumers, the lawsuit claims. If successful, the lawsuit, filed by…

Skip to Main Content Politics The seafood industry isn't hungry for another tariff war, which hurt fishermen during Trump's first term, said Beth Casoni, executive director of the Massachusetts Lobstermen's Association. Snow Crab with lemon sits on a plate at the Au Pied De Cochon restaurant, April 18, 2008, in…

Do Gen Z want healthy food? (Getty Images) Healthy eating is dominating food and beverage, but how are younger people responding? Healthy eating is a key trend in food and beverage. From functional foods to clean label, consumers want health and they want it now. The encroaching prevalence of GLP-1…

The changes aim to give farmers more bargaining power. (Getty Images) The European Commission has published proposed changes that aim to improve farmers' bargaining positions. The European Commission has published proposed changes to the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) along with the EU Directive on unfair trading practices (UTPs). The proposed…

Traverse Bay Farms Secures Trademark Protection for Its Name, Cementing Brand Excellence in the Specialty Food Industry. Winner of 48+ national food awards. Traverse Bay Farms, winner of 48+ national food awards and a nationally recognized leader with in gourmet and specialty foods, proudly announces it has been granted trademark…

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The third edition of the Jeddah International Agriculture and Food Exhibition (AgroFood Jeddah) is scheduled to be held from December 3 to 5 The third edition of the Jeddah International Agriculture and Food Exhibition (AgroFood Jeddah) will take place from December 3 to 5. The event will be held at…