All North America articles – Page 8
-
NewsConsumer disgust will block edible insects as viable meat alternative, researchers warn
New research warns that cultural and psychological disgust will keep edible insects off Western plates as a meat alternative, despite sustainability benefits.
-
NewsDeadly Listeria outbreak in US triggers recall of chicken fettuccine Alfredo meals
FreshRealm recalls chicken fettuccine Alfredo sold at Walmart and Kroger after 17 listeria cases, including three deaths and one foetal loss.
-
NewsKraft Heinz and General Mills to remove artificial dyes from all products by 2027
Kraft Heinz and General Mills commit to removing artificial food dyes from all products within the next two years.
-
NewsCut sugar and cream to maximise coffee’s health benefits
New research from Tufts University links black coffee consumption to lower mortality risk, warning that added sugar and cream may reduce these health benefits.
-
NewsDr Pepper recall upgraded after 19,000 cans mislabelled
Dr Pepper recall upgraded to Class II after 19,000 zero sugar cans found to contain full sugar, posing serious health risks to diabetic US consumers.
-
NewsNearly two million eggs recalled in US over Salmonella risk
August Egg Company recalls 1.7 million dozen eggs sold across nine US states after Salmonella outbreak sickens 79 and hospitalises 21.
-
NewsCoca-Cola recall Topo Chico over contamination concerns at Costco
Coca-Cola has recalled Topo Chico Mineral Water sold at Costco locations in Texas and Louisiana due to potential bacterial contamination.
-
NewsPopeyes goes toe-to-toe with McDonald’s with all-new chicken wraps
Popeyes challenges McDonald’s summer menu with new Chicken Wraps in three flavours and a refreshing blueberry beverage range, available nationwide from 2 June 2025.
-
NewsFDA tomato recall upgraded over salmonella risk linked to serious illness and death
The FDA has upgraded the 2025 tomato recall linked to salmonella contamination to Class I risk, warning of serious health dangers including death.
-
NewsHarvard study finds heart health depends on food quality, not just diet type
A major Harvard study has revealed that food quality, not just diet type, is vital for improving heart health and reducing coronary heart disease risk.
-
NewsNestlé expands air fryer food range with new products across Americas
Nestlé expands its air fryer food range across the Americas, launching new meals and seasonings to meet rising consumer demand for convenient cooking.
-
NewsUp to 24 million at risk from nutrition misinformation online
New report identifies influential social media accounts spreading nutrition misinformation online that may conflict with public health advice and affect millions globally.
-
NewsBudweiser brewer Anheuser-Busch invests $300m to its US manufacturing facilities
Anheuser-Busch invests $300 million to strengthen American manufacturing, expand workforce training and support veterans entering industry roles.
-
ArticleThe US-UK trade deal versus UK food standards: compromises or kept promises?
Should we be pleased with the outcome of last week’s transatlantic trade negotiations? Chris Elliott gives his take on the landmark trade deal that is tiptoeing where many feared to tread.
-
NewsFDA approves three natural food dyes for safer colouring
Three new naturally derived food dyes have been approved by the FDA as part of a nationwide shift away from synthetic additives.
-
ArticlePortion control is the answer to the food industry’s energy challenge
The food industry’s move towards more sustainable manufacturing techniques alongside ongoing investment into power-hungry assets is placing increasing strain on the sector’s energy supply. David Bean, Business Development Group Manager at Mitsubishi Electric Automation Systems Division, says the answer lies in developing greater flexibility behind the meter.
-
NewsUK and US agree historic trade deal: implications for food industry
The UK and US have struck a historic trade deal, reshaping food exports and standards with lasting impact on agriculture sector.
-
ArticleFood security in the Trump era: risks and opportunities
We are living in VUCA times – a phrase that describes the volatile, uncertain, complex and ambiguous nature of today’s world. Here, Mark Driscoll reflects on the perilous challenges presented by President Trump on global food security due to policy shifts affecting trade, community feeding programmes, international aid, agriculture and ...
-
NewsLunchables reinvents PB&J with new no-thaw crustless snack
New Lunchables PB&J reinvents the iconic US children’s snack with a convenient, mess-free, dippable format ready straight from the fridge.
-
ArticleThe next mile: breaking barriers in food safety
Despite decades of innovation in science and technology, food safety outcomes remain stagnant. Dr. Darin Detwiler calls for a shift not in tools, but in belief—the kind of belief that breaks barriers and redefines what’s possible.