News and Articles From Around the Food Industry
We update this page on a regular basis with articles and reports that most affect your business. Here you can become more knowledgeable about market availability/price trends, mergers/acquisitions, regulatory news, and more. Check back often to catch up on the latest news and trends.
Monday, August 30, 2010
Pet Food Recalls on the Rise
The newly-formed Reportable Food Registry is the main reason behind rising recalls in the pet food industry.Learn More Here
Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Private Label Now Accounts for 20% of Food Purchases
NEW YORK—Private Label products account for nearly 20 percent of dollar share and more than 20 percent of the unit share in stores in the United States, according to Nielsen Co. reported Packaging World.
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Tuesday, July 07, 2009
Government Tightening Food Safety Standards
WASHINGTON — New safety standards aimed at reducing salmonella and E. coli outbreaks are part of a government effort to try to make food safer to eat.
A food safety panel established by President Barack Obama developed the new rules for eggs, poultry, beef, leafy greens, melons and tomatoes as well as for better coordination and communication among the agencies overseeing the nation's food supply.
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Monday, April 20, 2009
Ill From Food?
Food Safety is not just a byline... it's serious business. Over the past few years, even the premier food companies have been snake-bitten by recalls for salmonella and other deadly pathogens.
This article provides a good overview of the present state of food quality assurance in the US. Click Here for NY Times Article
Friday, February 06, 2009
Lower-Income Shoppers Represent Major Opportunity for U.S. Retailers and Manufacturers in Challenging Economy
CHICAGO--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Lower-income shoppers are the fastest-growing income group in the United States and will generate $84 billion in incremental spending during the next decade. Click Here for Full Article
Tuesday, October 21, 2008
2012 Deadline to Scan All Port Cargo Won't be Met
The Homeland Security Department says it will not meet a 2012 deadline set by Congress to scan the contents of every cargo container headed to U.S. ports. Instead, it plans to gather more information about who made the goods in the containers and who packed them.
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