Selected Articles
What is the California Fast Food Council?
In 2022 California Governor Gavin Newsome signed into law a new labor code (Section 1470—a) that would establish the CA Fast Food [...]
When frozen fish is better than fresh fish
The quality of frozen fish can be just as good as fresh fish, and in some cases it can even be better. [...]
What does “Peak Food” mean and is it a problem?
Peak food refers to the point at which the global agricultural system reaches maximum production capacity, after which output begins to decline. [...]
McDonalds is testing its “robot restaurant” concept – will customers like it?
McDonald's, the world's largest fast food chain, has launched a new automated store format that is set to change the way customers [...]
The pros and the cons of GMO foods
GMO (genetically modified organism) foods are foods that have been genetically modified in a laboratory using genetic engineering techniques. This allows scientists [...]
Artificial Intelligence: Opportunities and Barriers in Agriculture
Climate change, declining water resources, rising input costs, and growing pest resistance are just some of the factors reshaping the agricultural landscape. [...]
Do Nutrition and Calorie Labels Work?
In the 1960s, the US government began requiring food manufacturers to include nutrition facts on their labels. Since then, food labeling has [...]
Some good ways artificial intelligence (AI) can change restaurants
Artificial intelligence (AI) is poised to significantly impact restaurants in a number of ways. From automating tedious tasks to changing how operators [...]
Are all U.S. supermarket chains regional?
Walmart and Target are about the only two retailers who sell food who have a presence and operations in all 50 U.S. [...]
Despite the pandemic, independents account for over 70% of all U.S. restaurants
As we navigate our way out of the pandemic years, some restaurants are still working hard to stay in business. That said, [...]
