U.S.D.A. sees lower grain prices ahead 02.25.2014 By Ron Sterk The U.S.D.A. forecasts declining prices for most grains over the next two or three years followed by a gradual increase.Read More
European study: Sustainability labels not a priority 02.18.2014 By Jeff Gelski Consumers understand Fair Trade better than Rainforest Alliance, Carbon Footprint and Animal Welfare.Read More
Hershey surpasses 2013 cocoa sustainability goal 01.28.2014 By Jeff Gelski Organizations such as UTZ Certified, Rainforest Alliance Certified and Fair Trade USA certify 18% of the company's cocoa sourced globally.Read More
Mondelēz reaches palm oil goal two years early 01.16.2014 By Eric Schroeder Company will spend first few months of 2014 reviewing results from suppliers.Read More
What a difference a year makes 01.02.2014 By Ron Sterk High prices in 2012 and larger supplies in 2013 highlight commodity market activity.Read More
Senators propose bill to cut corn ethanol mandate 12.13.2013 By Eric Schroeder Senator Dianne Feinstein of California says mandate is 'simply bad policy.'Read More
Food vs. fuel redux 12.06.2013 By Jay Sjerven E.P.A. proposes lower R.F.S. target for ethanol in 2014.Read More
Nestle partnering in plant-based plastics alliance 11.21.2013 By Staff Bioplastics Feedstock Alliance supports the use of sustainable alternatives to petroleum-based products.Read More
ADM sees progress toward environmental goals 10.17.2013 By Eric Schroeder New report shows energy-saving projects generated an estimated 4.3% reduction in ADM’s total energy consumption between 2010-12.Read More
Clextral emphasizes extrusion, clean technology in new logo 10.10.2013 By Jeff Gelski The company, a leader in twin-screw extrusion, also launches a new web site.Read More