FDA wraps up cyclospora probe with new plan to “mitigate” risks
The FDA has outlined a plan to “mitigate” the risks of cyclospora as it wrapped up an investigation linked to the lettuce recall. The post FDA wraps up cyclospora probe with new…
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Diageo gets ‘100% agave’ lawsuit thrown out as judge questions tequila tests
Diageo has seen off a US class action accusing it of falsely selling Casamigos and Don Julio as “100 per cent agave”, after a federal judge found that tests on…
North Macedonia Approves Proeks International’s Acquisition Of Tinex
North Macedonia's competition regulator has approved Proeks International's acquisition of local wholesaler and retailer Tinex Market Skopje.
IDFA SVP to retire in 2027
IDFA also announced that Dr. Samuel Alcaine will succeed Wagner as senior vice president of regulatory and scientific affairs following her retirement, and Michelle Albee Matto…
PepsiCo, Monster Challenge India 'Energy Drink' Label Ban, Citing Business Impact
PepsiCo and Monster Beverage have sued India's food regulator for banning their use of the "energy drink" label, non-public court filings sh...
Unstable health policy deterring food firms from UK investment, FDF warns
Uncertainty around UK health regulation is discouraging food and drink manufacturers from investing in healthier product innovation, according to new research from the Food and…
Huel falls foul of UK ad watchdog over health claims
Huel has been rapped by the UK advertising watchdog after an online video was ruled “irresponsible” and found to feature unauthorised health claims. The post Huel falls foul of UK…
California governor signs law for voluntary non-UPF label
California Governor Gavin Newsom has signed new legislation, establishing a voluntary label for qualifying non-ultra-processed foods. The post California governor signs law for…
RFK Jr’s food policy priorities need more resources to implement, FDA nominee says
Heidi Overton said the agency requires more support to enact mandatory GRAS notifications while also remaining open to a federal standard on ingredient regulation.
Toasts Not Tariffs Coalition issues statement on Canadian import ban
An import ban on certain Canadian products went into effect Sept. 29. Among the products included in the ban are certain beverage alcohol products of Canada.
CMA Considers Remedies Package For Southern Co-op Deal
Britain's competition regulator is considering the remedies offered by Co-op for its proposed merger with Southern Co-op.
Hain Celestial wins extension to regain Nasdaq listing compliance
Hain Celestial has been given an extension into the new year to regain compliance with Nasdaq listing rules or consider a stock split. The post Hain Celestial wins extension to…