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Federal Court Blocks USDA-Backed SNAP Soda, Candy Restrictions in Five States
A federal judge has blocked the USDA from allowing five states to prohibit SNAP recipients from using benefits to purchase soda and candy, ruling that the agency exceeded its authority.
Danone Sues Chobani Over ‘Misleading’ Yogurt Protein Claims
Danone filed a federal lawsuit against rival Chobani, alleging the company’s “20G Protein” tubs mislead consumers about the products’ protein content.
Food Tech’s IP Dilemma: Protect the Science or Grow the Category?
An IP lawsuit over plant-based egg white protein could determine the future of a pair of food tech companies right as they are on the verge of scaling.
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Judge Tosses David Antitrust Lawsuit, Plaintiffs to Amend Complaint
David Protein was handed an early victory this week in the antitrust lawsuit accusing it of creating an “artificial monopoly” for its alternative fat ingredient EPG after a New York federal court dismissed the case brought by competing food manufacturers.
TreeHouse Foods Facing Shareholder Lawsuit Over ‘Unfair’ Acquisition
TreeHouse Foods is being sued for improperly refusing to provide documents prior to a shareholder vote on its planned $2.9 billion sale.
Big Food, Big Lawsuits: The Court Cases We’re Watching in 2026
The past year saw a number of high-profile legal battles begin, including an antitrust lawsuit levied against Peter Rahal’s David, a trademark infringement case between Smucker’s and Trader Joe’s, and the neverending battle between Prime and Más+ by Messi.