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Report says Australia’s kangaroo meat trade failed food safety checks
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A new investigation from the Center for a Humane Economy says Australia’s commercial kangaroo industry exported meat that failed food safety testing and then sold downgraded product at home, raising risks for people and pets.
Nussbaum Center shared-use kitchen boosts local food entrepreneurs
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The Nussbaum Center for Entrepreneurship’s shared-use kitchen in Greensboro has expanded capacity and support for food businesses in 2026, serving 13 producers after a new oven doubled output.
Micro pellets fish food market seen reaching $1.89 billion by 2030
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The micro pellets fish food market is projected to grow from $1.27 billion in 2025 to $1.37 billion in 2026, then reach $1.89 billion by 2030, according to The Business Research Company.
Closet renovations can recover 83% of cost, report finds
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Strickland’s Home is pointing coastal Carolina homeowners to new national research showing closet renovations may recover most of their cost at resale.
Food safety teams warned emerging allergens are outpacing labels
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Food manufacturers are being urged to expand allergen controls beyond the traditional top nine as plant-based proteins, seeds, lesser-known fruits and vegetables, pine nuts and alpha-gal syndrome create new labeling risks.
TWN Flames wins Southern Idaho Food Truck of the Year
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The Buhl, Idaho food truck earned recognition from the Consumer Ratings Institute after posting a 4.9-star rating based on public review data.
New CGIAR report warns food-system pressures could widen gender gap by 2050
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A new CGIAR GENDER Accelerator report says climate shocks, trade disruption and other crises could leave women in low-income countries further behind unless governments, funders and businesses act now. The report lays out targeted reforms to make…
Food extrusion market seen topping $149 billion by 2030
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The Business Research Company says the global food extrusion market is headed for rapid growth, driven by demand for processed foods, plant-based products and better extrusion technology.
NorthShore donates $6,200 to Northern Illinois Food Bank through Cubs Radio partnership
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NorthShore Adult Diapers turned Cubs saves and triples into a $6,200 donation for Northern Illinois Food Bank, a gift the food bank says will translate into more than $40,000 worth of groceries for families across 13 northern Illinois counties….
What to look for in a certified food jar manufacturer amid stricter EU compliance
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As EU food-contact rules tighten, buyers of insulated food jars are being pushed to demand stronger traceability, migration testing, and production controls from Chinese suppliers.
SKIRTON Leans on Automation and Testing to Win Thermos Flask Export Deals
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SKIRTON is positioning its Yongkang manufacturing base, automation, and testing capabilities as key advantages for global buyers at Ambiente in Frankfurt.
Well Told Advisory launches for food and wellness brands
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Former Edelman EVP Laura Chalela Hoover has launched Well Told Advisory in Bend, Oregon, to help food and wellness brands turn scientific credibility into consumer demand.
Matilda Technologies wins second European project with global beverage company
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Matilda Technologies said a global beverage company is expanding its use of the company’s fulfillment platform after a successful March 2026 go-live at a European site.
Hangzhou Success Ultrasonic expands industrial ultrasonic offerings
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Hangzhou Success Ultrasonic Equipment Co., Ltd. is broadening its push into high-power ultrasonic systems for sonochemistry, cutting and edge sealing as manufacturers look for more precise and efficient processing tools.
Activists back report on Israeli sexualized violence against Palestinians
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A new report from the Palestinian Feminist Collective says Israeli forces have used sexualized and gendered violence against Palestinians in a systematic way from 1948 to the present.
Organic food and beverage market seen reaching $381.9B by 2030
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The Business Research Company projects the global organic food and beverages market will grow from $197.05 billion in 2025 to $381.9 billion by 2030, driven by demand for healthier, sustainable and traceable products.
Evexia adds Vitae Diagnostics' EAT144 food immune reactivity test
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Evexia Diagnostics has added Vitae Diagnostics’ EAT144 to its specialty testing lineup, giving functional and integrative medicine practitioners access to a five-pathway food immune reactivity assessment.
Simplot taps Erik Brandenburg to lead Global Food division
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Simplot named Erik Brandenburg president of Simplot Global Food, effective Nov. 1, 2026, as the company prepares for a leadership transition ahead of Graham Dugdale’s retirement on Dec. 15, 2026. Brandenburg will report to CEO Garrett Lofto and…
Ottimate lands Leader status in two 2026 IDC MarketScape AP reports
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Ottimate was named a Leader in IDC MarketScape reports for both small business and midmarket accounts payable automation in 2026, moving up from Major Player in 2024. The recognition spotlights its vertical focus on complex invoice workflows for…
Dehydrated food market projected to reach $50.66 billion by 2030
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The global dehydrated food market is set for steady expansion, with new research projecting growth from $37.04 billion in 2025 to $39.36 billion in 2026. Demand for ready meals, longer shelf life, disaster preparedness and portable food is helping…
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