Increasing global CO2 levels threaten human nutrition: Study
Rising levels of carbon dioxide will mean that some grains and legumes will become significantly less nutritious than they are today, according to new international research.
Archives for May 8, 2014
Boulder Brands reports exceptional quarter for EVOL Foods: 'Retailers recognize that the frozen case is in dire need of a complete renovation'
Retailers recognize that the frozen case is in “dire need of a complete renovation”, says the boss of Boulder Brands.
Beef and pork exports perform well for US
Double-digit increases in exports to Mexico, China and South Korea helped push up export figures for US pork and beef in March. However, exports of lamb dropped 41% in volume, to 740 metric tons (mt).
Special edition: Organic & Non-GMO
Vermont GMO labeling bill presents packaged food companies with ‘a serious quandary’, says Rabobank analyst
As anti-GMO activists celebrated their first major victory in Vermont this week with the passage of GMO labeling bill H112, the GMA said it would mount a legal challenge within weeks. But while big food companies may well win the courtroom battle ahead,...
Special edition: Organic & Non-GMO
Quinn Popcorn founder: You have to be an idealist if you’re going to change the food industry
Microwave popcorn was a childhood favorite snack of Kristy Lewis; though her nostalgia turned to disillusionment when as an adult she learned that the chemical-, hydrogenated oil-laden formula hadn’t evolved alongside her growing awareness.
Hain Celestial: Rudi’s Organic Bakery will be our next $100m brand
There are significant opportunities to grow the Rudi’s Organic Bakery brand, both through increasing distribution and taking it into new categories, says its new owner, Hain Celestial.