U.S.D.A. to still allow carrageenan in organic food 04.05.2018 By Jeff Gelski The National Organic Standards Board had recommended keeping carrageenan out of organic food.Read More
U.S. and China steps bring trade war closer 04.05.2018 By Jay Sjerven U.S.T.R. to accept public comments on tariff target list through May 22.Read More
Congress directs F.D.A. to pick up pace on Nutrition Facts Panel dates 03.23.2018 By Jeff Gelski The F.D.A. also should act ‘expeditiously’ on determining fiber status of ingredients.Read More
Omnibus spending bill includes fix to Section 199A 03.22.2018 By Jay Sjerven Fix would relevel the playing field for cooperatives and private grain companies.Read More
Perdue addresses Section 199A and trade issues 03.20.2018 By Jay Sjerven Agriculture secretary updates N.G.F.A. on administration accomplishments and priorities.Read More
General Mills receives F.T.C. go-ahead for Blue Buffalo deal 03.19.2018 By Eric Schroeder Company granted early termination under Hart-Scott-Rodino Antitrust Improvements Act of 1976.Read More
Agreement reached on fix to co-op tax benefit 03.14.2018 By Ron Sterk Private grain buyers see playing field leveled.Read More
Pacific Rim trade pact signed 03.09.2018 By Josh Sosland United States not a part of agreement.Read More
F.T.C. challenges Smucker’s acquisition of Wesson oil from Conagra 03.06.2018 By Keith Nunes It is alleged Smucker would control 70% of the U.S. market for branded canola and vegetable oils if the transaction is approved.Read More
F.D.A. gives more guidance on added sugars, fiber 03.02.2018 By Jeff Gelski A symbol related to added sugars might appear on the Nutrition Facts Panel of honey, maple syrup and certain cranberry products.Read More