Regulatory
Stay informed on the latest natural food industry regulatory updates involving the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Food and Drug Administration (FDA), or United States Department of Agriculture(USDA), as well as news regarding lawsuits, labeling and class-actions. Understand the evolving natural food regulatory and legal environment which can directly impact your product claims, intellectual property, packaging and ingredients.
Featured Regulatory Content
Avocado Oil Claims Add Legal Risk to Snack Brands’ Seed Oil Shift
Potato chips makers are under fire, with allegations of false marketing and deceptive business practices over label claims about avocado oil.
Federal Court Orders USDA to Update GMO Labeling Rules by 2028
Consumers have the right to know whether highly-refined corn and soy oils are present in their food purchases, and they won’t be finding out via a QR code, per a final ruling issued by a federal district this week.
Alexandre Family Farm Drops ROC, Certified Humane Amid Animal Welfare Scrutiny
After years of scrutiny over its animal welfare practices, Alexandre Family Farm has dropped its Regenerative Organic Certified status.
Additional Content
SNAP in the Crosshairs With $1.6B for Retailers On The Line
The latest Farm Bill has made its way through the House, and although the Senate must still approve its own version it’s already becoming clear how the proposed legislation may impact the food industry.
FreshRealm Files for Chapter 11, Offloads Blue Apron Deal
Fresh foods delivery platform FreshRealm has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protections, and will sell its business and operations through a Court-supervised process.
Thrive Market Pushes Suppliers Meet Scope 3 Targets As EPR Rules Loom
Thrive Market unveiled the Climate Action Working Group, designed to support CPG brands, as well as Thrive’s owned-brand suppliers, in measuring and reducing their carbon and plastic footprint.
SBA’s New ‘Grocery Guarantee’ Offers 90% Backing to Food Businesses
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) unveiled a new loan program aimed at supporting small businesses across the domestic food supply chain.
California Expands UPF Crackdown With Proposed ‘Certified’ Food Label
A new proposed regulation would establish a “California Certified” alerting consumers to products defined as ultraprocessed foods.
Trump Chases New Tariff Alternatives with Investigations Into Trade Partners
Despite a major loss with the Supreme Court last month, Donald Trump isn’t giving up on his tariff ambitions. The United States announced Wednesday two trade investigations; one into excess industrial capacity for 16 international trade partners and another looking at alleged forced labor.
Food As Medicine Programs Could Generate $45B, Report Claims
Food As Medicine (FIM) programs could create over $45 billion in state economic activity if implemented and made accessible to all eligible patients, according to a new report.
David Protein Sued Over Macro Claims
A class action lawsuit filed in New York federal court claims David Protein significantly understates the calories and fat content in its protein bars. David maintains the accuracy of its labeling.
‘Less Drama, Fear and Confusion’: A Look At Year One Of Wrangling UPFs
Ultraprocessed foods – and how to avoid them – may be the talk of Anaheim during this year’s Natural Products Expo West.
Sweet Protein Sweelin Achieves GRAS Status
Amai Proteins announced today its sweet protein sweelin received GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) approval by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.