Contrary to its goal of promoting good nutrition, a U.S. food-assistance program spends billions of dollars each year on unhealthy, sugar-sweetened drinks, according to a new study.
Children in the USA are eating as much salt as adults, putting them at 2-3 higher risk of developing high blood pressure, according to a newly-published report.
US vitamins and supplements manufacturer Schiff Nutrition has raised its full year forecast after the firm reported a surge in EBITDA and net sales in the first quarter.
Software firm Blue Link has added a comprehensive Recall Report to its Blue Link Elite software, which is expected to help food and medical distributors to quickly perform lot traceability.
US-based Jerry’s Nut House, a provider of a variety of nuts and treats, has announced that it will be offering candy in bulk for those looking for purchasing candy in mass quantity.
Pactiv has purchased the stock of a manufacturer of absorbent products used in fresh meat, fish, poultry and produce and announced plans to expand a facility in Texas, with work starting at the end of 2012.
Mossi & Ghisolfi (M&G) Group has selected Texas as the location for its one million ton polyethylene terephthalate (PET) plant with construction expected before the end of 2013.
Dole Food has reached an agreement with Itochu Corporation of Japan to sell its packaged goods and Asia Fresh Produce businesses for US$1.69bn in cash.