Burlap & Barrel Awaits Trade Court Ruling as Judges Weigh Limits on Presidential Tariff Power
Burlap & Barrel, backed by the nonprofit Liberty Justice Center, has taken the Trump administration’s Section 122 tariffs to the U.S. Court of International Trade, arguing the law’s narrow 1970s intent makes the tariffs illegal. The case, merged with a parallel suit from 24 states, was heard within weeks of filing, highlighting the court’s willingness to address the dispute promptly. The spice company has refused to raise prices or cut farmer payments, intensifying its financial strain. A ruling could force refunds and reshape tariff authority for the entire food sector.
Certified Giving Emerges as a Quiet Sustainability Strategy Driving Brand Growth
Third‑party certified giving is emerging as a low‑cost sustainability lever for food and beverage brands facing green‑washing scrutiny. 1 % for the Planet reports that companies pledging 1 % of sales to vetted environmental partners see measurable lifts in brand perception and...
Non-GMO Project: Ultra-Processed Foods Are Harming the Planet, Not Just Our Health
The Non‑GMO Project is rolling out a Non‑UPF verification program to label foods that avoid ultra‑processing, arguing that such products harm the planet as much as they affect health. It points out that roughly 70% of U.S. arable land is...
Bel Group Accelerates the Shift to Paper Packaging by Taking a Holistic Transition Approach
Bel Group has pledged to switch all Babybel cheese sold in 50 countries to certified paper packaging by 2027, marking a major move toward plastic reduction. The company’s packaging research leader, Clément Ernest, says the transition requires a full system...
Upcycled Food Association Launches Canada Hub to Unify, Scale Upcycled Food Sector
The Upcycled Food Association (UFA) announced a new Canadian hub to bring together producers, processors, and innovators in the emerging up‑cycled food sector. The hub follows 2025 research by Vineland Research and Innovation Centre, funded by the Canadian government, which...
The Fault Line in Aquaculture Sustainability: Can Seafood Certification Deliver What It Promises?
Aquaculture certification faces a sharp split between watchdog groups, who argue that labels often conceal industrial practices, and bodies like the Aquaculture Stewardship Council (ASC), which view certification as one of the few scalable tools for improving a fragmented global...
Sustainability at a Crossroads
The food and beverage sector is seeing a surge in sustainable sourcing, with up‑cycled products now a $109.3 million market in the U.S., up 30% year‑over‑year. Consumers are willing to pay premiums for eco‑friendly items, driving nearly 45% of category growth...
As Food Brands Tweak Child Marketing Rules, UNICEF’s Playbook Still Holds
UNICEF argues that voluntary child‑food‑marketing rules are inadequate, urging mandatory restrictions as brands like Coca‑Cola and General Mills tighten online policies. Regulators in the U.S. are pressuring the FTC and state legislatures to modernize oversight of digital ads, while Norway has...
FTC to Rein in Hidden Grocery Delivery Fees After Multimillion-Dollar Settlements with Walmart, Instacart, Grubhub, Amazon
The Federal Trade Commission has issued an Advance Notice of Proposed Rulemaking to address hidden fees in online food and grocery delivery, inviting public comment on potential federal regulations. The move follows multimillion‑dollar settlements with Walmart ($100 million), Instacart ($60 million), Grubhub...
GLP-1-Friendly Foods Are Booming – but the Label Is Still Taboo
Consumer packaged goods are rapidly adding GLP‑1‑friendly claims, highlighting high protein, fiber and low‑sugar profiles, yet the explicit GLP‑1 label remains rare. Conagra Brands pioneered the “On Track” badge on 26 items in early 2025, while Nestlé and Mission Foods...
Nestlé’s 5-Point Turnaround Plan Targets Leaner Growth Under New CEO
Nestlé’s newly appointed CEO Philipp Navratil unveiled a five‑point turnaround plan aimed at simplifying the portfolio and accelerating growth. The strategy narrows focus to four core businesses—coffee, pet care, nutrition, and food & snacks—while spinning off ice‑cream and evaluating its water...
Beyond the Candy Bar: Is Confectionery Redefining Frozen Novelties?
Confectionery makers are reshaping frozen novelties by turning core candy textures into ice‑pop and frozen‑candy formats rather than simply coating existing bars with ice cream. Trolli’s Very Berry Gummi Pops and Morinaga’s Hi‑Chew Pops illustrate a texture‑first approach that highlights chewy,...
USDA Creates Office of Seafood to Boost US Seafood Competitiveness
The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced the creation of an Office of Seafood to integrate the fishing sector into federal food policy and simplify access to USDA programs. The office aligns with President Trump’s 2025 Executive Order aimed at closing...
US Patent for Solar Foods’ Air-Based Protein Production Opens Door for Scaling
Solar Foods has obtained a U.S. patent covering its proprietary gas‑fermentation process that converts carbon dioxide, hydrogen and water into the animal‑free protein Solein. The protection strengthens the Finnish firm’s IP moat as it moves from a pilot plant to...
Looming Deadline for State Packaging Laws Places Reporting Pressure on CPGs
Extended producer responsibility (EPR) laws in seven U.S. states now require CPGs to track, report, and sometimes pay fees for the packaging they place on the market. The first major reporting deadline of May 31 applies to California, Colorado, Oregon, Minnesota,...