Arkansas court approves incentives for Tyson processing plant Jeremy Gerrard April 25, 2016 An Arkansas judge authorized tax incentives that will help meat processor Tyson Foods build its new facility in Green Forest, AR. Read More
USDA funds research to fight citrus greening April 22, 2016 USDA announced the availability of $22 million in grants to help citrus producers combat Huanglongbing (HLB). Read More
Chick-fil-A recalls cookies April 22, 2016 Fast food chain Chick-fil-A says it has temporarily pulled all chocolate chunk cookies from its restaurants. Read More
Earth day tips for reducing food waste and preventing illness April 22, 2016 As the world celebrates Earth Day Friday, USDA is offering tips that both save the environment and money.Read More
FSIS seeks comment on meat and poultry rule April 22, 2016 USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is seeking comments on a proposed rule it says would consolidate and streamline existing regulations for meat and poultry products. Read More
‘Persuader rule’ under fire April 22, 2016 The National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) and other industry groups are challenging the Department of Labor’s new “persuader rule.” Read More
IDFA names winners of annual ice cream flavor contest April 21, 2016 Tiramisu, Coconut and Milk Fruit Bar, and Pineapple Banana Praline Fosters were named the most innovative ice cream products.Read More
New app delivers ‘seconds’ marketplace for organic produce Jeremy Gerrard April 21, 2016 Driven by a mission to reduce food waste, San Francisco startup Souper Seconds is launching a new app on Earth Day. Read More
OSHA issues final rule establishing procedures for handling retaliation complaints under FSMA April 21, 2016 OSHA has published a final rule establishing procedures for handling retaliation complaints under the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA).Read More