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Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods have a new foe in the plant-based burger wars: the Ultimate Burger

Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods have a new foe in the plant-based burger wars: the Ultimate Burger Brian Sozzi It’s ultimately not meat. But the Conagra Brands-owned Gardein brand hopes its new plant-based Ultimate Burger wins over Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods loyalists in 2020. Gardein, acquired in Conagra’s 2018 acquisition of Pinnacle Foods, willContinueContinue reading “Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods have a new foe in the plant-based burger wars: the Ultimate Burger”

Here’s what the Uber Eats delivery drone looks like 

CNAP COMMENT: Well, I’m glad that was cleared up for me. All along I thought they’d be flying meals to homes and apartment buildings. Not so. They’ll fly them to a pick up and distribution location so the UBER drivers pick them up where it is communally safe to land. In the future they mayContinueContinue reading “Here’s what the Uber Eats delivery drone looks like “

US Gets Its First-Ever Vegan Fried Chicken Shop | VegNews

US GETS ITS FIRST-EVER VEGAN FRIED CHICKEN SHOP Latina-owned vegan company Eat Love will be the first in the United States to serve KFC-style buckets of vegan chicken. by ANNA STAROSTINETSKAYA OCTOBER 25 On November 22, vegan food company Eat Love will open a brick-and-mortar location in the Fountain Valley area of Orange County, CA—becomingContinueContinue reading “US Gets Its First-Ever Vegan Fried Chicken Shop | VegNews”

The Story Behind our Beyond Sausage® Sandwich | Dunkin’

CNAP ClipBoard: Sometimes Steve stops at Dunkin’ for early morning coffee. This time he bought two of the new Beyond Sausage Sandwiches for two co-workers to try. They weren’t the vegan ones, since all they have on the vegan ones is a patty and ketchup. And these guys weren’t vegan. One of the guys isContinueContinue reading “The Story Behind our Beyond Sausage® Sandwich | Dunkin’”

Why 15 states are banning Samuel Adams’ new beer

Samuel Adams’ ‘extreme’ beer contains ‘ninja yeast’ — and is illegal in 15 states This Samuel Adams beer is illegal in North Carolina Bottoms up … or maybe not. Samuel Adams released a new—and limited—batch of its seasonal Utopias beer that some states are already banning from shelves. While an average beer’s alcohol by volume,ContinueContinue reading “Why 15 states are banning Samuel Adams’ new beer”

Organic Whole Food Powders and Extracts | FutureCeuticals

Our mission is to make it easy for our partners to develop and deliver nutritious finished products to their consumers.       Who We Serve  As an extension of our customers’ R&D departments, we offer an in-depth consultative approach. We demonstrate how our ingredient functionality can best fit your product.       How WeContinueContinue reading “Organic Whole Food Powders and Extracts | FutureCeuticals”

German court rules that a hangover is an illness

CHEF’S COMMENT: There’s not enough written on this article, which leaves too many questions unanswered. That there is an existing ban, in Germany or Frankfurt, on attributing to food products the ability to prevent, treat or heal illnesses to me is misguided. Of course food is medicine. Without it we’d become sick and die. WithContinueContinue reading “German court rules that a hangover is an illness”

Recall: Weaver chicken patties may have foreign matter contamination

Tyson Foods Inc. is recalling 39,078 pounds of Weaver brand frozen chicken patties that may be contaminated with foreign matter, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service announced Thursday. This is a Class I recall, the highest level, due to a high health risk. > Recall: Breaded chicken products may be undercookedContinueContinue reading “Recall: Weaver chicken patties may have foreign matter contamination”

Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison, Fraudster Farmer Randy Constant Commits Suicide

Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison, Fraudster Farmer Randy Constant Commits Suicide Posted By Doyle Murphy on Tue, Aug 20, 2019 at 3:15 pm  Randy Constant ran a massive organic grain scheme before he was caught. A high-flying Missouri farmer committed suicide days after a federal judge sentenced him to more than a decade inContinueContinue reading “Sentenced to 10 Years in Prison, Fraudster Farmer Randy Constant Commits Suicide”

Cancer-linked’ chemicals in Chipotle, Sweetgreen packaging

  Cancer-linked’ chemicals in Chipotle, Sweetgreen packaging? There’s more to know, experts say Morgan Hines Everything about your burrito bowl from Chipotle or your salad from Sweetgreen seems earthy and health-conscious, right down to the packaging. But harmful chemicals may be lurking in those eco-friendly containers. A story published last week by the New FoodContinueContinue reading “Cancer-linked’ chemicals in Chipotle, Sweetgreen packaging”

New UN warming report sees hungry future that can be avoided

New UN warming report sees hungry future that can be avoided CNAP QUESTTION: Just say humans can slow the process of planet-warming, can it reverse the warming, or once on a track of warming is it inevitable that in the not too distant future we’ll all be living in the desert? BY SETH BORENSTEIN AContinueContinue reading “New UN warming report sees hungry future that can be avoided”

1.5 million people may suffer from a new common allergy

Sesame allergies more common than previously thought, says new study Rachel Grumman Bender,Yahoo Lifestyle Mon, Aug 5 5:29 PM EDT Sesame food allergies more common than previously thoughtSesame allergies are more common than previously thought, based on a new study published in the Journal of the American Medical Association Network Open. In fact, it’s theContinueContinue reading “1.5 million people may suffer from a new common allergy”

FedEx severs ties with Amazon

FedEx severs ties with Amazon By JOSEPH PISAN Tennessee Gov. Bill Lee addresses reporters at a news conference announcing an investment by shipping giant FedEx Corp. of $450 billion to help modernize its Memphis hub on Friday. Aug.2, 2019 in Memphis, Tenn. NEW YORK (AP) — FedEx is severing ties with Amazon as the onlineContinueContinue reading “FedEx severs ties with Amazon”

Basil From Mexico Is Likely Cause of Cyclospora Food Poisoning Outbreak

  A food poisoning outbreak tied to 132 cyclospora illnesses in 11 states was likely caused by fresh basil imported from Mexico by Siga Logistics de RL de CV, the Food and Drug Administration announced late Thursday. Four people have been hospitalized. The investigation is ongoing, but the agency has requested a voluntary recall, andContinueContinue reading “Basil From Mexico Is Likely Cause of Cyclospora Food Poisoning Outbreak”

Arby’s Debuts “Meat-Based Vegetables” and Social Media is Not Having It

AFC NOTES: Arby’s thinks they’re being funny, but there’s nothing funny about animals forced to suffer unspeakable pain and terror. Unlike the plant-based burgers that actually taste like meat, Arby’s so-called carrots are nothing more than turkey hot dogs. There was no effort put into making them taste like a plant. Instead of shaping theContinueContinue reading “Arby’s Debuts “Meat-Based Vegetables” and Social Media is Not Having It”

FTC approves record $5B fine for Facebook

At $5 billion, the fine the U.S. Federal Trade Commission is about to levy on Facebook is by far the largest it’s given to a technology company, easily eclipsing the second largest, $22 million for Google in 2012. The long-expected punishment, which Facebook is well prepared for, is unlikely to make a dent in theContinueContinue reading “FTC approves record $5B fine for Facebook”

Specialty food sales growth outpaces all food in retail 3 to 1

AUTHOR Lillianna Byington@lil_byington PUBLISHED June 4, 2019 Dive Brief: Specialty food sales outpaced the growth of all food at retail — up 10.3% vs. 3.1%, according to a new report from the Specialty Food Association. Total sales in specialty food reached $147.8 billion in 2018. The report found that growth has slowed as the market matures, with sales rising 4.3%ContinueContinue reading “Specialty food sales growth outpaces all food in retail 3 to 1”

Arnold Schwarzenegger Doesn’t Eat Meat – Let That Sink In

  Arnold Schwarzenegger doesn’t eat meat anymore. For the climate and health, he signed on as a producer of “The Game Changers” documentary to bust the vegan protein myths. Arnold Schwarzenegger is championing a meat-free diet for human health and the planet. July 5, 2019 Jill Ettinger Editor-in-Chief | LIVEKINDLY Los Angeles, CA | ContactableContinueContinue reading “Arnold Schwarzenegger Doesn’t Eat Meat – Let That Sink In”

New York Senate Passes Groundbreaking Bill Requiring Vegan Options in All Hospitals

NEW YORK SENATE PASSES GROUNDBREAKING BILL REQUIRING VEGAN OPTIONS IN ALL HOSPITALS If signed into law, bill S1471 would require all New York hospitals to provide plant-based meal and snack options to patients. by NICOLE AXWORTHY JUNE 6, 2019 The New York State Senate recently passed a landmark bill that would guarantee hospital patients aContinueContinue reading “New York Senate Passes Groundbreaking Bill Requiring Vegan Options in All Hospitals”

Vegan KFC Burger Officially Sold Out in Four Days 

The new vegan Imposter Burger—which will return on July 2—brought in 500 percent more in sales than any other new menu launch at KFC. by ANNA STAROSTINETSKAYA JUNE 21, 2019 The new vegan Imposter Burger officially sold out in four days since launching at Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) restaurants in the United Kingdom. On JuneContinueContinue reading “Vegan KFC Burger Officially Sold Out in Four Days “

Before the Butcher to launch its plant-based burgers in retail

AUTHOR Cathy Siegner PUBLISHED June 3, 2019 Before the Butcher is introducing three plant-based burgers and meatless breakfast sausages in retail outlets this summer, according to Food Navigator. The company said the products, which debuted in foodservice last year, will be available in the meat departments of three of the country’s largest grocery stores by theContinueContinue reading “Before the Butcher to launch its plant-based burgers in retail”

Vita Coco maker thirsts for aluminum as it enters competitive bottled water space

  Vita Coco maker thirsts for aluminum as it enters competitive bottled water space AUTHOR Christopher Doering@cdoering PUBLISHED June 4, 2019 Vita Coco has become well known for its coconut water packaged in a rectangular-shaped cardboard​ carton. But as consumers increasingly factor sustainability into their buying habits, the beverage maker is turning to the more recycle-friendlyContinueContinue reading “Vita Coco maker thirsts for aluminum as it enters competitive bottled water space”

US customs agents seize rat meat at Chicago’s O’Hare Airport

  CHICAGO (AP) — Officials say U.S. Customs and Border Protection agents at Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport thwarted a man’s attempt to import several pounds of African rat meat.Customs spokesman Steve Bansbach said Tuesday that the man declared the 32 pounds of meat on June 26 when his flight arrived from the Ivory Coast. TheContinueContinue reading “US customs agents seize rat meat at Chicago’s O’Hare Airport”

Italy’s ‘cannabis light’ creates buzz even if the pot won’t

By ALESSIA MELCHIORRE and COLLEEN BARRY   6.27.2019     ROME (AP) — It’s been called the Italian “green gold rush.” Mild, barely there marijuana dubbed “cannabis light” has put Italy on the international weed map, producing hundreds of stores that sell pot by the pouch and attention from investors banking the legalization of strongerContinueContinue reading “Italy’s ‘cannabis light’ creates buzz even if the pot won’t”

Smart Food takes the Millet Revolution to South Asia

Smart Food takes the Millet Revolution to South AsiaMs. Joanna Kane-Potaka, Assistant Director-General, External Relations, International Crops Research Institute for the Semi-Arid Tropics (ICRISAT) “We need to diversify staples with more Smart Food: food that is good for you, the planet and the farmer.” HYDERABAD, INDIA, June 26, 2019 /EINPresswire.com/ — The virtues of milletsContinueContinue reading “Smart Food takes the Millet Revolution to South Asia”

Animal-Free Chef Threatened On WordPress with ransom demands

AFC COMMENT: A threat is a threat, regardless if it comes to you in the feedback section, comments or spam. Threats are real. They’re placed on your sites to terrorize you to act on their demands. Ransom they call it. Pay us or we’ll do A-Z to you and your sites, your bank accounts andContinueContinue reading “Animal-Free Chef Threatened On WordPress with ransom demands”

People who prefer white wine may spend money differently than red wine drinkers

People who prefer white wine may spend money differently than red wine drinkers Published: May 30, 2019 A survey looked at the personality traits and financial habits of vino fans White wine imbibers tend to be more frugal and extroverted than red wine drinkers, a new survey suggests. ( ByJEANETTE SETTEMBRE You are what youContinueContinue reading “People who prefer white wine may spend money differently than red wine drinkers”

The bus wars are over. Electricity — and China — won.

The bus wars are over and electricity has won — thanks to a big boost from China. In fact, when it comes to electric bus purchases, China is outpacing the United States by an astounding 421,000 to 300 as of the end of 2018. Thanks to China’s massive investment in and support for electric buses,ContinueContinue reading “The bus wars are over. Electricity — and China — won.”

Starbucks Sued for Allegedly Exposing Customers and Employees to Deadly Pesticide – update

CHEF’S NOTE: I’m glad I saw this today. I’m in Cleveland and the popular Lounge across the street has that same pest strip under the bar near food and beverage, visible to anyone sitting on the side of the bar. Almost identical to the pictures shown below. The day after I posted this article, IContinueContinue reading “Starbucks Sued for Allegedly Exposing Customers and Employees to Deadly Pesticide – update”

Behold the Beefless ‘Impossible Whopper’

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WeC_wPGj0Hg Burger King is introducing a Whopper made with a vegetarian patty from the start-up Impossible Foods. The deal is a big step toward the mainstream for start-ups trying to mimic and replace meat. By Nathaniel Popper Photographs and Video by Matt Edge April 1, 2019 OAKLAND, Calif. — Would you like that Whopper with or withoutContinueContinue reading “Behold the Beefless ‘Impossible Whopper’”

Employees can’t opt out of FMLA protection 

BRIEF DOL: Employees can’t opt out of FMLA protection AUTHOR Katie Clarey@kclarey21 PUBLISHED March 18, 2019 Dive Brief: Neither employers nor employees can decline to designate Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA)-qualifying leave as such, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) wrote in an opinion letter (FMLA2019-1-A) published Thursday.When an employer determines an employee needs leaveContinueContinue reading “Employees can’t opt out of FMLA protection “

6 quick tips for hiring applicants with criminal histories

6 quick tips for hiring applicants with criminal histories “Those of you who are really in tune with Title VII and EEOC guidelines, you should already know you should be looking at people with criminal histories,” a panelist said Monday. AUTHOR Katie Clarey@kclarey21 PUBLISHED March 19, 2019 WASHINGTON — An employer is behind if it’sContinueContinue reading “6 quick tips for hiring applicants with criminal histories”

Study links ‘tobacco tactics’ with marketing unhealthy products to kids | Food Dive

BRIEF Study links ‘tobacco tactics’ with marketing unhealthy products to kids AUTHOR Cathy Siegner PUBLISHED March 20, 2019 Dive Brief: A recent study from researchers at the University of California San Francisco found R.J. Reynolds and Philip Morris applied their knowledge about the tobacco industry, from marketing to product development, to increase sales of sugaryContinueContinue reading “Study links ‘tobacco tactics’ with marketing unhealthy products to kids | Food Dive”

Good Catch hopes consumers will bite as it launches plant-based tuna at national retailers | Food Dive

  BRIEF Good Catch hopes consumers will bite as it launches plant-based tuna at national retailers AUTHOR Cathy Siegner PUBLISHED Feb. 21, 2019 Dive Brief: Plant-based tuna from Good Catch Foods will be available this week at Whole Foods Market and Thrive Market outlets nationwide, the company announced. The two retailers will be the firstContinueContinue reading “Good Catch hopes consumers will bite as it launches plant-based tuna at national retailers | Food Dive”

Gingko Bioworks uses $90M funding round to launch ingredients firm Motif | Food Dive

  BRIEF Gingko Bioworks uses $90M funding round to launch ingredients firm Motif AUTHOR Cathy Siegner PUBLISHED Feb. 27, 2019 Dive Brief: Startup Gingko Bioworks announced the launch of its Motif Ingredients company with a $90 million funding round. Investors included Breakthrough Energy Ventures — which has Bill Gates, Jeff Bezos, Michael Bloomberg and RichardContinueContinue reading “Gingko Bioworks uses $90M funding round to launch ingredients firm Motif | Food Dive”

JUST Egg cracks the substitute category wide open | Food Dive

JUST Egg cracks the substitute category wide open. The mung bean-based vegan breakfast item is taking grocery shelves by storm, reinvigorating the category and aiming at new markets with big manufacturing and distribution partnerships. AUTHOR Megan Poinski@meganpoinski PUBLISHED Feb. 21, 2019 If 100 chickens were laying JUST Egg, it would take them more than 12ContinueContinue reading “JUST Egg cracks the substitute category wide open | Food Dive”

Why DuPont is expanding its plant-based protein nugget line | Food Dive

  BRIEF Why DuPont is expanding its plant-based protein nugget line AUTHOR Cathy Siegner PUBLISHED March 14, 2019 Dive Brief: DuPont Nutrition & Health has introduced six different plant protein nuggets to its Supro and Trupro product range containing more protein or less sodium. According to Food Business News, the new ingredients are available inContinueContinue reading “Why DuPont is expanding its plant-based protein nugget line | Food Dive”

Why Kellogg’s MorningStar Farms is going 100% plant based | Food Dive

  Q&A Why Kellogg’s MorningStar Farms is going 100% plant based AUTHOR Lillianna Byington@lil_byington PUBLISHED March 13, 2019 As the plant-based trend spreads, Kellogg is using its MorningStar Farms business to move forward as a leader in the space. At Natural Products Expo West last week, the legacy veggie protein brand launched a new veganContinueContinue reading “Why Kellogg’s MorningStar Farms is going 100% plant based | Food Dive”

Fast-growing chickens presents texture issue for the industry | Food Dive

  BRIEF Fast-growing chickens presents texture issue for the industry AUTHOR Jessi Devenyns PUBLISHED March 20, 2019 Dive Brief: After years of breeding chickens to grow rapidly and produce the maximum amount of breast muscle possible, poultry producers are running into problems. They include woody breasts, similar to chewing leather, and squishy fillets known asContinueContinue reading “Fast-growing chickens presents texture issue for the industry | Food Dive”

Harmful Algal Blooms | Nutrient Pollution 

Harmful Algal Blooms Harmful algal blooms are a major environmental problem in all 50 states. Red tides, blue-green algae, and cyanobacteria are examples of harmful algal blooms that can have severe impacts on human health, aquatic ecosystems, and the economy. Algal blooms can be toxic. Keep people and pets away from water that is green, scummyContinueContinue reading “Harmful Algal Blooms | Nutrient Pollution “

Ohio Sells $75k in Successful First Day of Sales

Ohio Sells $75k in Successful First Day of Sales PUBLISHED ON JANUARY 22, 2019, BY MASSROOTS The four medical marijuana dispensaries that were open for business, on the first day of sales in Ohio, collectively sold 8.7 pounds of dried cannabis flower. According to the Ohio Medical Marijuana Control Program, that total volume generated $75,000ContinueContinue reading “Ohio Sells $75k in Successful First Day of Sales”

Eating meat has ‘dire’ consequences for the planet, says report

BLOCKING PROGRESS to a plant-based global diet: Just in the USA: “You have a million people whose lives depend on dairy,” Miller says of those who work on farms or are otherwise employed by the dairy industry.”

Toast Is Okay After All

Now you know the science behind the caramelization process of cooked foods. But it’s also good for you. Read On > The browning of the toast or searing of the veggies or meats, once thought to cause cancer actually helps prevent it via the Maillard Reaction.  

Taxing red meat would save many lives, research shows

Taxing red meat would save many lives, research shows The cost of bacon and sausages would double if the harm they cause to people’s health was taken into account Damian Carrington Environment editor Tue 6 Nov 2018 13.00 EST Last modified on Tue 6 Nov 2018 14.00 EST A ‘sin tax’ on meat products such as beef,ContinueContinue reading “Taxing red meat would save many lives, research shows”

Tofurky Wants to Save the World, One Thanksgiving Roast at a Time. It’s Now Sold 5 Million

Tofurky Wants to Save the World, One Thanksgiving Roast at a Time. It’s Now Sold 5 Million John Patrick Pullen Fri, Nov 16 6:30 AM EST Ah, Thanksgiving: the annual holiday when Americans gather around the table with the people they’re closest to (genetically, at least) for a feast of traditional food, prayers, stories ofContinueContinue reading “Tofurky Wants to Save the World, One Thanksgiving Roast at a Time. It’s Now Sold 5 Million”

California bill banning sale of animal-tested cosmetics goes to governor 

A proposal that passed the California Legislature on Friday would impose the nation’s strictest laws on animal testing for cosmetics.  Senate Bill 1249 would make California the first state to outlaw the sale of cosmetics tested on animals. The ban applies to animal testing of a cosmetic or its ingredients conducted after 2019, but wouldContinueContinue reading “California bill banning sale of animal-tested cosmetics goes to governor “

Bayer’s Monsanto faces 8,000 lawsuits on glyphosate 

Bayer’s Monsanto faces 8,000 lawsuits on glyphosate FRANKFURT (Reuters) – The number of U.S. lawsuits brought against Bayer’s (BAYGn.DE) newly acquired Monsanto has jumped to about 8,000, as the German drugmaker braces for years of legal wrangling over alleged cancer risks of glyphosate-based weedkillers. Bayer had previously disclosed 5,200 such lawsuits against Monsanto, which itContinueContinue reading “Bayer’s Monsanto faces 8,000 lawsuits on glyphosate “

After the biggest stock market sell-off in history, what’s next for Facebook? 

  After the biggest stock market sell-off in history, what’s next for Facebook? Social media giant posts big profit, but other numbers show potential long-term problems Pete Evans · CBC News · Posted: Jul 28, 2018 4:00 AM ET | Last Updated: July 28 Facebook still earns massive profits, but the company learned a harshContinueContinue reading “After the biggest stock market sell-off in history, what’s next for Facebook? “

Meat and Dairy Surpass Oil Companies as Largest Pollutants

Meat and Dairy Surpass Oil Companies as Largest Pollutants The world’s five biggest meat and dairy producers emit more combined greenhouse gases than ExxonMobil, Shell, or BP, the top three oil production companies, according to a new report by GRAIN and the Institute for Agriculture and Trade Policy (IATP). Researchers tracked greenhouse gas emissions forContinueContinue reading “Meat and Dairy Surpass Oil Companies as Largest Pollutants”

83 Bottles Of Wine On The Shelf: RE: Arsenic In Wine Lawsuit

Remember the lawsuit alleging that 83 wine brands were in violation of California labeling laws, with the plaintiffs claiming that the wineries had a responsibility to warn consumers of the risk of high levels of arsenic found in the wine? I often thought about it, and just today decided to see where that stood, notContinueContinue reading “83 Bottles Of Wine On The Shelf: RE: Arsenic In Wine Lawsuit”

Cannabis-Infused Beverages Emerge as Potential Beer Industry Disruptor 

  U.S. consumers looking to catch a buzz without the booze will soon be able to purchase an assortment of beer-centric products thanks to a pair of ventures aiming to disrupt the current alcohol market with cannabis-infused beverages. Petaluma, California-headquartered Lagunitas Brewing Company, which has a well-documented history with marijuana and is now wholly ownedContinueContinue reading “Cannabis-Infused Beverages Emerge as Potential Beer Industry Disruptor “

Weedkiller found in granola and crackers, internal FDA emails show 

US government scientists have detected a weedkiller linked to cancer in an array of commonly consumed foods, emails obtained through a freedom of information request show. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has been testing food samples for residues of glyphosate, the active ingredient in hundreds of widely used herbicide products, for two years, butContinueContinue reading “Weedkiller found in granola and crackers, internal FDA emails show “

From VegNews.com flashbacks 5.2.2018

CLICK THE LINKS for the article on VEG NEWS SITE. Starbucks Debuts Vegan Cookie Nationwide   Domino’s to Debut Cheesy Vegan Garlic Bread   Guy Fieri Serves Vegan Food at Country Music Festival   NYC’s Kosher Dining Scene is Going Vegan   New Vegan Meat Company Launches in Maine   CA Prisons May Soon RequireContinueContinue reading “From VegNews.com flashbacks 5.2.2018”

AT&T Chief Attacks Lawsuit to Block Time Warner Merger 

By Cecilia KangApril 19, 2018 WASHINGTON — AT&T’s chief executive, Randall Stephenson, on Thursday attacked the Justice Department’s lawsuit to block its merger with Time Warner, saying that a combined company would be no different from the Silicon Valley giants that make and distribute video content. As the last witness for the defense in theContinueContinue reading “AT&T Chief Attacks Lawsuit to Block Time Warner Merger “

Gordon Ramsay turns vegan for one slice of vegan pizza?!?

TAFC Comment: I don’t see where tweeting that someone is going to try a slice of vegan pizza – from one of his own shops – registers as a proclamation that he is giving up cooking and eating animals. It sounds more like a publicity stunt to focus world attention on his new London eateryContinueContinue reading “Gordon Ramsay turns vegan for one slice of vegan pizza?!?”

Häagen-Dazs Releases 4 New Vegan Ice Cream Bars and Pints

HÄAGEN-DAZS RELEASES 4 NEW VEGAN ICE CREAM BARS AND PINTS Editorial Assistant, LIVEKINDLY | New York City | Contactable via: kat@livekindly.co Posted by Kat Smith | Apr 4, 2018 Popular ice cream brand Häagen-Dazs has just expanded its line of vegan ice cream products to include four new desserts: chocolate-covered vegan ice cream bars andContinueContinue reading “Häagen-Dazs Releases 4 New Vegan Ice Cream Bars and Pints”

A vaccine for edible plants? 

A vaccine for edible plants? A new plant protection method on the horizon Date: April 5, 2018 Source: University of Helsinki Summary: Novel technologies are being sought to replace the traditional pesticides used to protect plants, particularly edible plants such as cereals. A new project is shedding light on the efficacy of environmentally friendly RNA-basedContinueContinue reading “A vaccine for edible plants? “

Where’s the beef? For Impossible Foods it’s in boosting burger sales and raising hundreds of millions

Where’s the beef? For Impossible Foods it’s in boosting burger sales and raising hundreds of millions Jonathan Shieber,TechCrunch Tue, Apr 3 5:38 PM EDT Any company that’s looking to replace the more than 5 billion pounds of ground beef making its way onto tables in the U.S. every year with a meatless substitute is goingContinueContinue reading “Where’s the beef? For Impossible Foods it’s in boosting burger sales and raising hundreds of millions”

This ‘beer’ will get you high, not drunk

This ‘beer’ will get you high, not drunk Kerry Justich,Yahoo Lifestyle Thu, Mar 29 1:33 PM EDT The brewer behind Blue Moon beer is creating a beverage with THC. The man who became a disruptor in the beer industry back in 1995 has come up with a new concept of the beverage — by integratingContinueContinue reading “This ‘beer’ will get you high, not drunk”

The Beyond Burger Hits Bareburger Menus NATIONWIDE

  Attention all Bareburger lovers: as of today The Beyond Burger will be offered on-menu at all 38 of their locations NATIONWIDE, enabling more consumers to EatWhat You Love™!Replacing the elk and wild boar options on the menu, The Beyond Burger joins the Bareburger menu nationwide, offering consumers even more diverse protein options. We’re thrilledContinueContinue reading “The Beyond Burger Hits Bareburger Menus NATIONWIDE”

Coca-Cola sales plunge as drink maker sheds bottling biz

ATLANTA (AP) — Coca-Cola swung to a fourth-quarter loss after being hit with a $3.6 billion tax charged tied to a sweeping overhaul of the nation’s tax laws. Revenues also plunged as the world’s largest drink maker sells off its bottling operations. Industry analysts have anticipated both as the company reshapes operations, and shares headedContinueContinue reading “Coca-Cola sales plunge as drink maker sheds bottling biz”

Newly-vegan London pub says their food sales have tripled since going plant-based

‘No matter how smart you are with ordering, there is always waste where meat and dairy products are involved. This aspect isn’t really seen by the customer but most people in the trade would acknowledge that it is a big issue. Veganuary has been absolutely massive this year. We’ve seen the opening of London’s firstContinueContinue reading “Newly-vegan London pub says their food sales have tripled since going plant-based”

Amazon said to launch delivery service to compete with UPS and FedEx 

  Amazon is gearing up to compete directly with UPS and FedEx, according to a new Wall Street Journal report. The so-called “Shipping with Amazon” program will be an end-to-end shipping solution, with pickups from businesses and shipments made to consumers, per the report. The timeframe for rollout is soon, too: Amazon is said toContinueContinue reading “Amazon said to launch delivery service to compete with UPS and FedEx “

U.S. food distributors allege Tyson Foods, rivals fixed chicken prices

U.S. food distributors allege Tyson Foods, rivals fixed chicken prices Tom Polansek CHICAGO (Reuters) – Top U.S. food distributors Sysco Corp and US Foods Holding Corp have joined retailer Winn-Dixie Stores [BILODW.UL] and other poultry buyers suing the country’s biggest chicken processors for allegedly conspiring to inflate prices. REUTERS/Carlo Allegri The distributors sued companies includingContinueContinue reading “U.S. food distributors allege Tyson Foods, rivals fixed chicken prices”

Under pressure: Novel technology to model pressure-induced cellular injuries in the brain

  Under pressure: Novel technology to model pressure-induced cellular injuries in the brain December 2, 2017 Housed inside a commercial cell culture incubator (A) are separate Plexiglas pressure chambers (B). Pressure is generated via compressed breathing air with 5% CO2that is controlled by a dual stage regulator (C) connected to manifold (D) …more Hundreds ofContinueContinue reading “Under pressure: Novel technology to model pressure-induced cellular injuries in the brain”

A World Without Coffee?

A tenacious fungus is threatening the global coffee supply. Can genetics save our morning cup? A World Without Coffee? Fiona McMillan , CONTRIBUTOR I write about biology and nanotechnology. Opinions expressed by Forbes Contributors are their own. If you’re drinking a good cup of coffee as you read this, take a moment to savor it.ContinueContinue reading “A World Without Coffee?”

Impossible Burger Rolls Out In Universities And Cafeterias

Plant-based burger takeover in 3,2,1! Food technology company Impossible Foods, the makers of the Impossible Burger just recently announced their vegan burger is moving into university, company caf… Plant-based burger takeover in 3,2,1! Food technology company Impossible Foods, the makers of the Impossible Burger just recently announced their vegan burger is moving into university, company cafeterias, andContinueContinue reading “Impossible Burger Rolls Out In Universities And Cafeterias”

Jane West’s New Marijuana Product Line Might Be A Game Changer For Women

Javier Hasse, Benzinga Staff Writer  October 31, 2017 12:56pm   If we had to pinpoint one characteristic that stands out in Jane West,it would be her attention to detail. After all, being an events organizer, details are central to standing out among the crowd. Jane transitioned from a successful career in traditional events organization toContinueContinue reading “Jane West’s New Marijuana Product Line Might Be A Game Changer For Women”

Meatless Mondays And Vegan Lunch Option Set To Make New York Students Healthier

Mayor Bill de Blasio, Schools Chancellor Carmen Fariña, and Brooklyn Borough President Eric Adams announced the news at PS 1 in Sunset Park, stating that starting next spring, 15 Brooklyn schools w… Looks like New York keeps getting more and more compassionate by the day! Recently, we shared the exciting news that New York stateContinueContinue reading “Meatless Mondays And Vegan Lunch Option Set To Make New York Students Healthier”

Twitter (TWTR) Increases Character Limit for Tweets to 280

Twitter (TWTR) Increases Character Limit for Tweets to 280 Zacks Equity Research November 10, 2017 Recently, Twitter Inc. (TWTR – Free Report) rolled out a 280-character limit for tweets, doubling it from the traditional 140 limit, in an attempt to make tweeting easier for people and to enable them to express more in a tweet.ContinueContinue reading “Twitter (TWTR) Increases Character Limit for Tweets to 280”

Cannibalism—the Ultimate Taboo—Is Surprisingly Common

It’s a toad-eat-toad, spider-eat-spider, and yes, human-eat-human world. By Simon Worrall PUBLISHED FEBRUARY 19, 2017 Of all the screen villains, none is so disturbing as Hannibal Lecter, in The Silence of the Lambs. It’s not just that he kills people. He also eats them, thus contravening one of our deepest and most ancient taboos: thatContinueContinue reading “Cannibalism—the Ultimate Taboo—Is Surprisingly Common”

Ocean Hugger Foods™

I haven’t tried this yet, but certainly will when it’s available. Ahimi is the world’s first plant-based alternative to raw tuna. Vegan, Vegetarian, Ocean Hugger Foods, Tomato Sushi, raw tuna, sustainable, ahimi, sushi “It’s a dead ringer for Ahi Tuna sashimi. It cuts into glistening slivers that are firm and juicy, and it’s got aContinueContinue reading “Ocean Hugger Foods™”

There’s a New Pea Protein Milk in Town!

Almond milk may be an almost billion dollar industry, but almonds aren’t the only player in the dairy-free milk game. Pea protein milk has taken off, offering eight times the protein of almond milk, 50 percent more calcium than dairy milk, and a third of the saturated fat. Ripple Foods has a line of pea protein milk, available in Target and now there is another new pea milk inContinueContinue reading “There’s a New Pea Protein Milk in Town!”

Hampton Creek Explores Use of Mung Bean Protein

  In early August, the company received a “no questions” letter from the FDA about its mung bean protein isolate as being generally recognized as safe (GRAS). Hampton Creek Explores Use of Mung Bean Protein By Lauren R. Hartman, Product Development Editor Aug 14, 2017 Hampton Creek, San Francisco, is expanding into product lines beyondContinueContinue reading “Hampton Creek Explores Use of Mung Bean Protein”

What Animal Protein Does in Your Colon 

  Written By Michael Greger M.D. FACLM on April 11th, 2017 There’s a take-off of the industry slogan, “Beef: It’s What’s For Dinner” – “Beef: It’s What’s Rotting in Your Colon.” I saw this on a shirt once with some friends and I was such the party pooper—no pun intended—explaining to everyone that meat is fully digested inContinueContinue reading “What Animal Protein Does in Your Colon “

Veggie Grill, the West Coast All-Vegan Chain 

While you’re patiently waiting for all-vegan fast-casual chain Veggie Grill’s East Coast debut, here are 5 menu items to look forward to. If there’s one question that has been nagging our thoughts for the past year, it’s “when is Veggie Grill coming to the East Coast?” If you’ve never heard of it, Veggie Grill is a WestContinueContinue reading “Veggie Grill, the West Coast All-Vegan Chain “

Elmhurst Dairy Switches To Milking Nuts

Elmhurst Website: http://www.elmhurst1925.com/ Now this is what I’m talkin’ about – milking a nut   After nearly 100 years in business, a dairy company was forced to close its doors. But rather than throw in the towel, they decided to start making plant-based milks instead. Starting over is never easy – especially if, for mostContinueContinue reading “Elmhurst Dairy Switches To Milking Nuts”