US Senator have reached a bipartisan deal for mandatory labeling of genetically modified organisms (GMOs) in packaged foods across the country. The proposal was introduced by Senate Agricultural Committee members Sen. Pat Roberts, R- ...
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Bitsy's Brainfood, a new mom-run brand redefining "healthy" packaged organic food for kids, announces the addition of Smart Crackers to its lineup of healthy and educational snacks. Made with organic vegetables, Smart Crackers come in ...
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"THINS" may be in its name, but this hearty snack cracker is surprisingly satisfying thanks to both the whole grains and its irresistible crunch. Wasa THINS are the latest addition to the Wasa line and meant to be enjoyed straight from ...
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The US Food and Drug Administration issued draft guidance for public comment that provides practical, voluntary sodium reduction targets for the food industry. Average sodium intake in the U.S. is approximately 3,400 mg/day. The draft ...
US-based food manufacturer Hormel Foods has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Justin’s, a nut butter-based snacking brand for $286m. Justin's four nut butter-based snack lines include spreads, squeeze packs, peanut ...
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Lundberg Family Farms has announced the availability of Organic Sprouted rice and seasoning mix. The new product line-up features sprouted whole grain brown rice and is available in five varieties: Thai Red Curry, Toasted Coconut, Chile ...
The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) is providing $4.7m grants for food safety education, training, and technical assistance projects, which will enable farmers and small food processors, vegetable and fruit merchants and others to ...
Monogram Foods has acquired Massachusetts-based Progressive Gourmet, a manufacturer of frozen appetizers for an undisclosed sum. The acquisition will bring additional processing capacities and distribution for small bites foods, baked ...
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Amazing Grass, a brand of plant-based nutritional powdered supplements and whole-food nutrition bars, has unveiled Protein SuperFood, an all-in-one nutritional protein shake which contains 20g of complete plant-based protein, with added ...
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The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) will provide over $90m grant to strengthen local and regional food systems and for specialty crop development. Specialty crops include fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, flowers and nursery crops. ...
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HORN, a distributor of specialty ingredients and raw materials,has announced that it will represent Bayliss Botanicals through its specialty team of formulating chemists within its HORN Care Elements business unit. Serving a wide range of ...
Garden of Life announced that its shake and meal replacement powder, RAW Meal Organic Shake & Meal, is now called Raw Organic Meal and is available nationwide with a brand new look. The new packaging features bolder, eye-catching graphics ...
Michael Foods is re-launching its Papetti's pasteurized shell egg products in the foodservice marketplace. Effective May 1, 2016, foodservice distributors and operators will be able to purchase these products for their businesses and ...
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Clover Stornetta Farms, a third-generation family owned and operated California dairy, is celebrating 100 years in the business of making delicious, nutritious, all-natural and organic dairy products. In celebration of its centennial ...
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Artisola, a company based in Benicia, California, has launched the industry's first Non-GMO Project Verified line of refrigerated pastas and sauces. The new, handcrafted Artisola line offers home cooks an inspired assortment of great ...
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