A look at which countries spend the most on food. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Photo by Lan Pham on Unsplash Consumers in low-income countries spend a…
Sesame Added To FDA Allergen Program
…FDA is looking for opportunities that could help consumers who are allergic to sesame and other major food allergens find foods that are safe for them to consume. The agency…
USDA Study Underscores Importance of Food Safety Education Month
…five-year study that observed how consumers prepared meals. The study observed food safety behaviors, including participants’ thermometer use for ground pork sausage, handwashing, and cleaning and sanitizing food preparation surfaces….
Three Legislative Recommendations from Specialty Crop Farm Bill Alliance
…to enhance the Gus Schumacher Nutrition Incentive Program (GusNIP). Established in the 2014 Farm Bill, GusNIP provides grants to nonprofit organizations and government agencies that provide incentives to low-income consumers…
Few US Adults Rate Their Diet Good or Excellent
…of the Flexible Consumer Behavior Survey, which collects information on U.S. consumers’ knowledge, attitudes, and beliefs about nutrition and food choices. For context, 41 percent of adults surveyed in the…
Group Wants Candidates to Understand Importance of Trade
…and it’s 10 percent more expensive, you’re going to notice that.” However, he said it’s not just the consumers who will feel the pressure. “But also, if we start putting…
Another Challenge to GMOs
…accessible labeling. Despite the decision, the court refused to vacate USDA’s decision allowing this practice. “USDA is hiding the presence of the majority of GMO food ingredients from American consumers…
New Research Shows Promise for Mitigating HLB
…including increased profits for nurseries and a potentially larger and more affordable supply of citrus products for consumers. While HLB has significantly impacted citrus production, the recent breakthrough provides a…
Recent Storm ‘Devastating and Unprecedented’ for Table Grape Industry
…The storm system did not impact all areas of production equally. Nave emphasized that work is continuing and there will be grape supplies available for retailers and consumers. As the…
Dairy Checkoff Smoothie Program Expands
…than energy drinks, flavored water, juices and soft drinks with Gen Z consumers. Dairy Management Inc. partnered with Chartwells K12, a food management company that serves more than two million…
Angola Trade Mission Application Window Extended to September 1
…perfect location for U.S. exporters to introduce more American-made products to African consumers.” The Angolan market offers robust export potential, particularly in poultry, pulses, dry beans, wheat, and wine. Both…
Jim Jones to Lead FDA’s New Human Foods Program
…forward to engaging with Jim as we collaborate on the critical need for the agency to deliver on its promises to aid consumers by setting a prevention agenda.” Jones will…
Almond Update: ‘Own Your Prime’ Campaign Aimed at Increasing Domestic Almond Demand
…Own Your Prime campaign is designed to reinvigorate interest among consumers. As a fully integrated approach, the campaign will include advertisements on national and cable TV, social media, and more….
California Continues to Lead U.S. Peach Harvest
What state is the leader in peach production? The answer may surprise you. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. While Georgia is on many consumers’ minds when it…