- GMO label law to go to Washington voters
A ballot initiative that would require all foods containing genetically modified organisms (GMOs) to be labeled will go to voters in Washington state this fall.
04/30/2013
- Egg housing legislation introduced in Congress
Legislation was introduced simultaneously in the House and Senate last week to establish a national standard for hen housing for the egg industry.
04/26/2013
- Canadian cattlemen seek beef irradiation
CCA plans to petition Health Canada to complete its process to approve irradiation of beef.
04/25/2013
- Egg housing legislation introduced in House, Senate
Schrader and Feinstein introduce bills to establish national standard for hen housing for the egg industry.
04/25/2013
- Plan won't significantly drive up egg prices
The egg industry's complete transition to enriched colonies would increase prices a half-penny per egg from what egg prices would be without the conversion.
04/26/2013
- Ban on large sodas bound to backfire
Research by psychologists indicates that the ban on large sizes of sugar-sweetened drinks that was passed in New York City earlier this year -- but found illegal -- almost certainly would have backfired.
04/19/2013
- 'See, stop' animal mistreatment
Initiative not animal care program but directive to employees to act immediately.
03/29/2013
- FMI supports exemption to calorie info labeling
The Food Marketing Institute supports legislation exempting grocery stores from a rule that would require stores with foodservice sections to provide calorie information on that food.
03/29/2013
- Agencies seek dismissal of HSUS suit over pork tagline
Federal agencies have filed a motion seeking a dismissal of the lawsuit brought by HSUS over ownership of the "Pork: The Other White Meat" marketing message, or trademark.
03/15/2013
- Coalition formed to oppose Bloomberg's ban on polystyrene
Groups cite unintended consequences, including increased use of paper products and cost.
03/15/2013