Grocery Manufacturers, Marketers Launch Front-Of-Pack Nutrition Symbol

The Grocery Manufacturers’ Association (GMA) and the Food Marketing Institute (FMI) on Monday announced “Nutrition Keys,” their joint initiative for a universal front-of-pack nutrition symbol. The symbol is intended for voluntary use on a variety of products across the entire food and beverage industry to provide clear and quick nutrition information to consumers.

New York Dairy Plants On The Decline

The closure of the yogurt plant in North Lawrence and the presumed demise of the kosher cheese plant in Ogdensburg leave one large-scale dairy manufacturer left in St. Lawrence County.

Minn. Lawmakers Propose Easier Rules For Raw Milk

February 2, 2011 Leslie Rolander, KSAX

Some legislators say it should be easier for Minnesota consumers to buy raw milk, a position that puts them at odds with health regulators and most of the state’s dairy industry Companion bills introduced in the Minnesota House and Senate on Thursday would legalize direct farm-to-consumer sales of unpasteurized milk at farmers markets, as well as deliveries to private homes and private buying clubs.

Safeway’s Kevin Phillips Joins ABA Board

February 2, 2011 American Bakers Association

The American Bakers Association is pleased to announce the addition of a new member to its Board of Directors.

Why Do We Care If Someone Imports Their Bread?

When Taylor Gourmet opened the first of its three Washington-area stores in November 2008, the advertising pitch was simple: The deli would sell Philadelphia-style sandwiches, named after Philadelphia streets, sandwiched between Philadelphia bread.