Water Use Stewardship in the Food System
August 16, 2023
The use of natural resources such as water in food production is a sustainability issue that continues to be on the radar of many farmers, food processors and consumers. In…
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Snack Production Series: Crackers
April 5, 2023
Crackers are a popular snack for all ages—and can be found in many households as a quick go-to for everyday eating. And while they may not be the first food…
Taking a Look at Regenerative Agriculture
March 21, 2023
According to IFIC’s 2022 Food and Health Survey, 43% of consumers want to purchase food and beverages that were produced in a way that minimizes carbon footprint/climate impact. Climate change is…
Busting Myths About Animal Agriculture
November 4, 2022
Hired farmworkers make up less than 1 percent of all hired labor in the U.S., but they feed us all. This means that an even smaller percentage of hired hands…
What Is Grass-Fed Beef, and How Is It Regulated?
August 9, 2022
As summer ends, many of us can look back on some great barbequed treats enjoyed with family and friends. Among those foods there may have been a juicy burger, a…
Consumer Perspectives on Regenerative Agriculture
February 10, 2022
Download the survey results here Highlights Regenerative agriculture practices aren’t yet familiar to most Americans: Just one in five (19%) of survey takers said they’d heard of regenerative agriculture. Over…
Bread Science and Black History: The Innovations of Joseph Lee
February 1, 2022
Bread is the proverbial stuff of life—a staple food in many households throughout ancient and modern history. Today, we encounter bread when we make a sandwich, eat a salad with…
New Plant-Based Foods Round-up
July 14, 2021
The plant-based foods trend is nothing new, but it does seem to be growing as fast as a weed. In particular, plant-based proteins are gaining attention and consumers are gradually…
Unwrapping Our Chocolate: Cocoa Processing Insights
September 22, 2020
Chocolate can be enjoyed in many ways—as a treat, as part of a snack or as a flavoring for beverages— and has been for many years. In fact, cocoa foods…
Food Packaging and the Quality of Your Food
July 21, 2020
When we go to the grocery store and buy products such canned soups, cookies, juice and other foods and beverages, we interact with different forms of food packaging. For example,…