Food Stamp soda exemption in NYC is discriminatory, says industry
The beverage industry has accused New York City officials of unfair discrimination in a proposal to prevent food stamp benefits from being used to purchase sugary beverages.
Archives for May 4, 2011
Home composting of SunChips’ bag requires high temperatures, Frito-Lay
High temperatures are required for the home composting of Frito-Lay’s recently re-launched SunChips’ bag, admits the company.
FDA issues first food safety regulations under new law
The Food and Drug Administration has issued its first regulations under the Food Safety Modernization Act – providing stricter control of food imports and giving FDA authority to detain potentially unsafe food.
Callebaut expands supply deal with Hershey
Reflecting the continuing industry trend toward outsourcing, Barry Callebaut said a new supply deal it has agreed with Hershey will put its annual deliveries beyond the current 80,000 metric tonnes.
Ralcorp rejects ConAgra’s $4.9bn takeover bid
Ralcorp’s board of directors has unanimously rejected ConAgra’s $4.9bn takeover bid, saying that it is not in shareholders’ best interests and that the board is committed to Ralcorp’s independence.
High fat diet may boost functioning of damaged hearts: Study
Eliminating or severely limiting fats from the diet may not be beneficial to heart health, according to new research.