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
Texas Gov. Signs Executive Order to Create Legal Hemp Framework
Texas governor Greg Abbott has signed an executive order mandating age restrictions on the sale of hemp-derived THC products, roughly three months after he vetoed a bill that would have outlawed the intoxicant entirely in the Lone Star State.
Smucker, Chubby Snacks Settle Trademark Suit
The J.M. Smucker Company has settled its lawsuit accusing now-defunct frozen sandwich startup Chubby Snacks of false advertising, trademark violations and disparagement in “years of advertising designed to tarnish the name and reputation” of Smucker’s competing Uncrustables brand.
Lawyers Call ‘Fraud’ on BellRing Brands, But One Analyst is Optimistic
BellRing Brands, maker of Premier Protein and Dymatize, is facing down a swarm of lawyers as multiple law firms specializing in shareholders rights have announced investigations into the publicly traded CPG company over allegations it violated securities laws.
Additional Content
With Rise in Desire for Healthy Foods, Comes Rise in Recalls
Stericycle ExpertSOLUTIONS, a global business-to-business services company that offers services related to product recalls, examined recalls in Q2 2015 and found a rise in recalls related to “healthy” foods.
Chobani Introduces Three New Flip Flavors as Part of Greater Portfolio Expansion
In addition to new flavors, shoppers will also find an updated look with the reveal of new packaging across the portfolio that highlights core attributes of each product, such as “Only Natural, Non-GMO Ingredients” and “40% Less Sugar Than Regular Fruit Yogurt”i on traditional Chobani products and “75% Less Sugar Than Regular Fruit Yogurt” on cups of Chobani Simply 100.
Happy Family Introduces Shine Organics: a New Brand of Snacking Pouches for Adults
Happy Family, a leading premium organic food brand delivering optimal nutrition for babies, toddlers and beyond, has launched Shine Organics, a new brand offering a line of adult snacking pouches mindfully made with a special blend of organic fruits and vegetables,
Celestial Seasonings Teas Receive Non-GMO Project Verification
This announcement is the first step in an ongoing process through which the brand intends to achieve Non-GMO Project Verification for all of its bagged specialty teas
FDA Warns Kind on Use of “Healthy”
Food and beverage entrepreneurs may need to be cautious when it comes to putting the word “healthy” on their labels, especially if they are working with high fat ingredients such as nuts.
Lessons From Expo West: A Focus on Special Diets – Probiotics, Vegan, and Gluten-Free
FBU attended several of the educational sessions featured at the 2015 Natural Products Expo West, and it was apparent that the ones focused on special diets were drawing in the biggest crowds. While not an examination of the science behind the diets, the sessions did focus on the evolution and rise in consumer adoption of each, and, consequently, the effect on innovation for manufacturers.
When in Doubt, Leave It Out: A Recipe for ‘Natural’ Products
Considering the consumer clamor in recent years for all-things-natural, it’s no wonder that food and beverage manufacturers may occasionally stretch the boundaries of the term to apply it to their products.
Packaged Facts Eyes Five Functional Ingredients to Watch for in 2015
Ask most industry trend spotters about what’s hot in food and beverage, and functional ingredients often show up near the top of the list.
Added Sugar & Portion Rules May Drive Formula & Packaging Changes
A long-simmering food fight in the U.S. is about to reach a boil. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is intent on improving its labeling standards to encourage healthier eating.
The Ultimate 2015 Food and Beverage Trend List
With our comprehensive list of expected food and beverage trends for 2015, subscribers now have access to critical information as to what’s hot and what’s soon to be on-trend in the coming year.