With a combined value of $16 billion, packaging giants Rock-Tenn Company and MeadWestvaco Corporation (MWV) announced they have entered into an agreement to merge, creating a global provider of consumer and corrugated packaging solutions.

Early this month, the senators released a new report supporting their concerns.

 Working with adult mentors, students have six weeks to design, build, program and test their robots to meet the season’s engineering challenge, RECYCLE RUSH. 

 However, there is considerable uncertainty regarding exposure safety from non-dietary sources.  

 FSIS estimates an average of 50,000 illnesses will be prevented annually in the US after the standards are implemented. 

 The guidelines make some significant changes such as reducing added sugar and urging the consumption of more fruits and vegetables. 

The top three impacts to companies include greater price volatility around supply/raw materials; long-term shortage of supply resources; and decreased ability to manage costs. 

When it comes to milk, the differences between organic and conventionally produced milk may not be so straightforward, according to new research from New Zealand which suggests there may more evidence might be needed to justify the higher prices consumers pay for at the store.

Melvin Gordon, the CEO of Tootsie Roll Industries has died this week at the age of 95.

The slate of speakers for the meat track of breakout sessions at the Food Processing Suppliers Association’s annual conference were announced this week.