Former television host Cui Yongyuan receives constant death threats because of his fervent anti-GMO activism.
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Former television host Cui Yongyuan receives constant death threats because of his fervent anti-GMO activism.
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Accused of falsely labeling its products as organic, Babyganics has settled a class action lawsuit for $2.2 million.
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Rep. Ann Kuster (D-NH) introduced a ‘Homegrown Organic’ bill into Congress, which would help American farmers transition to organic and boost U.S. production.
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In a rare interivew, Andy and Rachel Berliner discuss their decades in the organic food movement.
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Venerable chocolate brand Green & Black’s will not use the organic or fair trade certification for its new bar in the UK. Instead, it will use Cocoa Life.
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In next year’s Farm Bill, Rep. Earl Blumenauer (D-OR) is seeking to include a ban on neonicotinoid pesticides, the chemicals that many people believe are responsible for the decline in the bee population.
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It appears that Monsanto will stop at nothing to influence the media and scientific research, all with the goal of protecting profits for its multi-billion dollar RoundUp herbicide.
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Outdoor gear and organic food company Patagonia is taking a real stance when it comes to environmental issues and social justice. So inspirational.
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CircleUp, which has helped CPG start-ups raise millions in equity capital, will now be making direct loans to companies as well.
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Phenomenal news! Aramark, which services the cafeterias of more than 85% of Fortune 500 companies, will be featuring more locally-sourced and organic ingredients.
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Through its very savvy use of Instagram, Daily Harvest, a NYC-based smoothie and soup start-up, has built a burgeoning brand and attracted investment from Gwyneth Paltrow and Serena Williams.
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In another sign that CEO Denise Morrison really “gets it”, Campbell’s has partnered with Brooklyn Foodworks, an early-stage food incubator in New York City.
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EPIC Founders Taylor Collins and Katie Forrest discuss how the company is aiming to be a model for regenerative agriculture on its new farm in Central Texas.
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The Inter-American Commission for Organic Agriculture, a group of 19 countries in the Americas, recently met in Oregon for four days to share knowledge and discuss trade.
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Farmers are very worried that Amazon will push the price of food down to a level that is not sustainable for their livelihoods.
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An interesting look at how an increasing number of farmers markets is actually making it harder for some farmers.
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Monsanto’s weedkiller is creating the biggest problem in U.S. agriculture and is even pitting farmer against farmer.
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Seeking to boost its supply of organic and grass-fed meat, Amazon is meeting with a dozen ranchers to discuss distribution possibilities. Amazon working directly with farmers is a trend that will only continue.
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An interesting analysis of what Amazon’s move into meal kits means for its overall food retailing strategy.
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An inside look at the dealings of Keith Kloor, a professor at NYU who will go to any length to defend the GMO industry.
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Former Amazon executive Brittain Ladd shares what he thinks Amazon could do next to increase its market share in the food industry.
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Advocacy groups have said that the environmental assessment of AquaBounty’s genetically-engineered salmon plant is “woefully inadequate.”
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The new proposed rules will have stricter control over supply chains, measures to avoid pesticide contamination and new standards for imports.
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Anheuser-Busch has just purchased the maker of organic energy drinks Hiball and organic sparkling juices Alta Palla for an undisclosed sum.
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