APHIS to take ‘fresh look’ at revising G.M.O. regulations 11.09.2017 By Jeff Gelski The U.S.D.A. withdraws a proposed rule on importation, interstate movement and environmental release of certain genetically engineered organisms.Read More
Legislation introduced to reform sugar program 11.08.2017 By Ron Sterk Sugar users offer support, producers oppose.Read More
Tax reform: Implications and prospects 11.07.2017 By Robbin S. Johnson Tax reform is a high-risk strategy for Republicans, but it also may be a high-risk strategy for the economy.Read More
Canadian Competition Bureau looking into bread price fixing 11.06.2017 By Eric Schroeder Canada Bread, George Weston among companies confirming investigation is under way.Read More
Soy groups respond to F.D.A. proposal to revoke health claim 11.01.2017 By Jeff Gelski The Soy Nutrition Institute and the American Soybean Association point out evidence of soy protein’s heart-health benefits.Read More
Groups outline significant impact of NAFTA withdrawal on U.S. food, ag 10.31.2017 By Jay Sjerven Ending NAFTA may cost 50,000 jobs in the food and agriculture industries and reduce the G.D.P. of the farm sector by $13 billion.Read More
Report prods F.D.A. to speed inspection pace and firmly address violations 10.31.2017 By Jay Sjerven Under the FSMA, the F.D.A. was told to develop a list of high-risk food facilities and a list of non-high-risk food facilities.Read More
F.D.A. proposes to revoke soy health claim 10.30.2017 By Jeff Gelski The agency points to inconsistent findings on the relationship between soy protein and heart disease.Read More
Gluten-free claim to leave Cheerios boxes in Canada – for now 10.30.2017 By Jeff Gelski General Mills Canada waits for the government to publish consistent testing protocol.Read More
Senator takes aim at food aid rules 10.26.2017 By Matt Noltemeyer Wheat groups clash with Corker over in-kind vs. monetary assistance as U.S. looks to feed starving millions across the globe.Read More