The US House of Representatives voted Wednesday to pass a bill repealing the mandatory country of origin labeling requirements for beef, pork and chicken.
From international flavors and infusions to seafood and funky cheeses, consumers’ palates are changing in 2015. To keep everyone up to speed, The Food Channel identified the “Top Ten Sandwich and Salad Trends for 2015,” a list compiled in a collaborative effort with CultureWaves and sponsored in part by Heinz Foodservice.
Louisiana-based Big Easy Foods Louisiana Cuisine, Inc. issued a recall of approximately 93,006 pounds of both raw and cooked stuffed chicken product due to misbranding and an undeclared allergen, according to USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS). The poultry products contain wheat, a known allergen which is not declared on the product label.
Honeywell Resins and Chemicals announced Tuesday it has begun construction on its new nylon resins production line at its Chesterfield, VA facility. When completed, the line will become the first and only North American supplier of both resins, the company says.
FDA has published a draft guidance on a new voluntary fee-based program for expedited review and importation of foods into the US from importers with a proven food safety record.
In a response to growing food safety emphasis and changing customer demographics, the Food Processing Suppliers Association (FPSA) and PROCESS EXPO launched new resources that will help food processing companies and suppliers stay informed and up to date on current trends and industry changes.
The Campbell Soup Company announced Tuesday it has entered into an agreement to acquire branded refrigerated salsa company Garden Fresh Gourmet for $231 million.
General Mills said Monday it will roll out its Yoplait yogurt brand in China. The new yogurt lines will be released in hypermarkets, supermarkets and convenience stores in Shanghai.
USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) announced it has extended the deadline for members of the public to submit alternative proposals on a new industry-funded promotion, research and information order for organic products.