Unilever joins with Solidaridad to tackle sustainable sugar cane challenge
Food manufacturing giant Unilever will work with international non-profit Solidaridad to drive the sustainable development of the sugar cane industry in Central America.
Archives for October 14, 2013
Big interview: Ben F. Pierce Gore, Pratt & Associates
The plaintiff's attorneys taking aim at Big Food: Caped consumer crusaders or cynical opportunists out for a fast buck?
When you think of plaintiff's lawyers, two images probably come to mind: Consumer crusaders like Erin Brockovich or grubby ambulance-chasers in John Grisham novels. But where in this spectrum should we insert the top attorneys representing plaintiffs in...
Health/weight-conscious consumers are driving the gluten-free market, not celiacs, says Mintel
A new Mintel report provides further evidence that the gluten-free market is being propelled by consumers avoiding gluten for perceived health benefits or as a weight management strategy rather than those with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity.
Producer behind salmonella outbreak to stay open
A poultry producer tied to a multi-state salmonella outbreak will remain open, according to the US Department of Agriculture.
Chobani seals Cornell University partnership with $1.5m donation
New York-based Greek yogurt manufacturer Chobani has teamed up with Cornell University to promote food science and innovation in the dairy industry.