TECH FLASH
Large firms best positioned to improve profit margins
As US consumers become more health conscious, large companies are able to offer new products at increased prices.
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Articles by Shane O'Halloran
NY State appeals court hears arguments on NYC sugary drink ban
The law, struck down in March, is aimed at curbing obesity.
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Frozen berry-linked Hepatitis A outbreak spreads
Hepatatis linked to the product has now been identified in 87 people in eight states.
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USDA introduces new mobile tools and open data projects
New APIs and mobile apps are designed to bring USDA customer service into the 21st century.
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Chobani founder and CEO named Ernst & Young World Entrepreneur of the Year
Hamdi Ulukaya has seen his company grow from small startup to industry leader in seven years.
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Dole CEO makes billion-dollar buyout bid
David Murdock and family already own about 40 percent of the company.
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Senate passes $1 trillion farm bill
The bill would cut farmer subsidies while increasing contributions to a crop insurance program.
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TECH FLASH
Convenience aids top the list of packaging breakthroughs
DuPont released the list of the top packaging innovations of the 20th century.
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New survey provides insight on grocery purchasing decisions
A third of consumers use grocery store websites to research purchasing choices.
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USDA public meeting to address agenda items for upcoming Codex Alimentarius Commission
The meeting will be held June 18 at USDA headquarters.
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