Price fixing and market concentration are no longer occasional enforcement headaches for the food industry. They have become central strategic risks, influencing everything from M&A strategy to data sharing agreements across the supply chain. The clearest evidence of misconduct comes from a string of high‑profile cartel and collusion cases in protein and [...]
San Francisco has filed a first-of-its-kind lawsuit against ten major food corporations, alleging they designed and marketed ultra-processed foods (UPFs) to be addictive and that these products have caused a public health crisis. The city seeks to recover associated healthcare costs and stop the companies' marketing practices. If successful, this case could [...]
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is more than just a 'buzzword' in the food industry. It's increasingly being used to drive efficiency and innovation across various aspects of the sector, including food safety, compliance, supply chain management, and consumer experiences. In terms of food safety, AI is enabling a proactive approach by predicting potential [...]
Smart farming represents a technological revolution in agriculture, leveraging Internet of Things (IoT) sensors, artificial intelligence, drones, robotics, and data analytics to transform traditional farming methods. These technologies monitor, analyze, and optimize agricultural processes, addressing longstanding challenges in food production with innovative solutions. Key Technologies in Smart Farming IoT (Internet of Things) [...]
The industry isn't just serving up meals and sodas—they're also serving up cash to influence Washington, from the rules on nutrition labels to the wages of workers flipping your fries. A look at this year's biggest spenders and their impact on food policy reveals how corporate interests shape what we eat and [...]
Cargill Kitchen Solutions has initiated a recall of approximately 212,268 pounds of liquid egg products due to potential contamination with a cleaning solution containing sodium hypochlorite, commonly known as bleach. According to a 2022 study, sodium hypochlorite, commonly known as bleach, is a main ingredient in cleaners and has good sanitizing effects. One [...]