China indulges in American fast food during London trade discussions
During the second day of U.S.-China trade talks in London, the Chinese negotiating team seemed to back down. According to reports, the hungry delegation opted for takeout from fast-food chains like McDonald’s, Burger King, and KFC around 7:30 PM local time after a full day of discussions. The U.S. team, which included Treasury Secretary Scott […]
USDA grants exceptions to three states to prohibit junk food in SNAP
SNAP Program Updates in Three States On Tuesday, Brook Rollins, the director, signed off on exemptions for three states, enabling participants in the Government Supplementary Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) to restrict purchases of junk food like sodas and candies. This shift marks a significant change in how public assistance funds can be used. Arkansas, Idaho, […]
USDA Promises to Strengthen American Food Security After Chinese ‘Agroterrorism’ Concern
USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins announced that new initiatives aimed at bolstering food security in the United States will be introduced in the coming weeks, following the arrest of Chinese nationals suspected of trying to smuggle harmful fungi into the country. Rollins emphasized to the Daily Caller News Foundation that “If this country doesn’t have food […]
China embraces American fast food during London trade discussions
At the conclusion of the second day of US-China trade talks in London, the Chinese negotiators threw in the towel. Sources indicated that the Chinese delegation, feeling a bit peckish, opted for takeout from McDonald’s, Burger King, and KFC, placing their order around 7:30 PM local time. In contrast, the US team—comprised of Treasury Secretary […]
Sam’s Club’s ‘Made Without’ program approaches its aim to eliminate synthetic dyes from food and beverages
Sam’s Club Joins Effort to Remove Synthetic Dyes from Foods Responding to a call from HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Sam’s Club is actively working to eliminate synthetic dyes from its food and beverage offerings. The company’s “Made Without” initiative has made significant progress, achieving 96% of its goal to remove artificial colors, additives, […]
Government approves $50 million for Ready-to-Use Therapeutic Food support
US Suspends Contract for Therapeutic Foods Amid Humanitarian Commitment The US Department of State has put a hold on the contract for ready-to-use therapeutic foods (RUTF), but officials emphasize a continued dedication to providing humanitarian assistance. A senior State Department official stated that, as USAID shifts in alignment with the State Department, the focus remains […]
Canned food prices may increase by up to 30 cents each because of tariffs on steel.
Prices for cans of soup, beans, and even pineapples are likely to rise—not necessarily because of the food inside, but due to the can itself. The Trump administration’s recent decision to increase tariffs on imported steel by 50% is projected to elevate the cost of tin-coated steel, a crucial component for food cans. Experts in […]
New Costco food court beverage featuring real fruit sparks mixed reactions among members
New Drink at Costco Food Court: A Mixed Reception Costco’s Food Court has introduced a new frozen strawberry lemonade just in time for summer, and reactions from members are rolling in. Shared on Instagram by a popular page focused on the wholesale giant, the frozen strawberry lemonade is priced at $2.99 and contains 250 calories. […]
How many unapproved ingredients ended up in our food and what the FDA can do about it
Around 1,000 ingredients found in grocery store foods have never undergone safety checks by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). This has raised significant safety concerns among experts. So, how did the FDA allow this to happen? The answer seems to stem from a somewhat flexible understanding of lesser-known regulatory bodies. Companies can often decide […]
Alabama officials suggest securing food stamp cards to stop fraud from other states.
Alabama DHR Encourages EBT Cardholders to Use Lock Feature The Alabama Department of Human Resources (DHR) is urging EBT card users to utilize the new lock/unlock feature available through the Connectebt app and website. Particularly, the “Lock Cards Anywhere” option is recommended to help prevent state fraud. From May 2023 through December 20, 2024, the […]