Lawsuit has ramifications for manufacturers of bioengineered seeds and for the farmers who use them.

New Food and Drug Administration regulations may bring further increases in recalls

Food industry executives are advised to review manufacturing practices now in anticipation of the F.D.A.'s proposed food safety rules.

The American Beverage Association contends the number of calories per beverage serving has declined 23% since 1998.

Twenty-one companies met at least one of the sodium reduction goals established in 2008.

The proposal will create a baseline of nutrition standards for food and beverages offered in schools, but not covered by the National School Lunch Program.

Formerly worked for 12 years in quality assurance and consumer safety at Safeway

Seven millers newly added to roster of chairmen

The meetings will provide an opportunity for comments on the produce safety and preventive controls proposed rules.