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C-Suite Changes Include More Women In January

[EDITOR’S NOTE: The following is a piece written by Food Institute President Brian Todd. The piece will be published in the upcoming March 5 edition of the Food Institute Report.] The Food Institute tracked 47 …

Beef: It’s What’s for Dinner. Or Is It?

If you’ve been reading Today in Food, you’ll notice that meatless burgers are becoming pretty popular across the country. This trend extends to retail and foodservice outlets alike. If you don’t believe me, take a …

Can SNAP Survive the Blue Apron Treatment?

“Honey, can you answer the door? I think the SNAPBox just got dropped off.” In what is likely a familiar scenario for many families across the country, the hypothetical talking point above mimics real life: …

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Avocado Lovers Rejoice: 2018 Could Be Your Year

If you go through the archives of the Food Institute Blog, you’ll see we cover a lot of ground, but even we have our old standbys. Amazon, mergers, food trends and the like tend to …

Avoiding the Food Labeling Class Action Trap

Making food can be a tricky proposition in the modern era. First, you need to balance the taste of a product with its nutrition. Then, you need to successfully market the product to retailers and …

Amazon Goes Cashierless, but Boosts Prime Fees

Amazon is no stranger to the Food Institute Blog. They serve as a benchmark for e-commerce in many ways, and over the weekend, the company made two moves that will likely impact the retail world in the coming months.

Walmart Giveth, and Walmart Taketh Away

The new tax bill is expected to affect the majority of American workers starting in February, but already, some companies are planning ahead and enjoying the public relations boon of offering bonuses up front to …

Food and Transportation Link Up at CES

The Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is one of the most notable events of the year for the technology industry. New gadgets, keynote speeches and emerging technology platforms are displayed for the public, and hot takes …

How Will Nacho Fries Affect the Potato Supply?

When ordering tacos from a foodservice outlet, the last thing you might expect would be this phrase: “Would you like fries with that?” Yet, on Jan. 25, across the nation, diners at Taco Bell will …

What’s in a Farm? USDA Gives Us Some Answers

I remember when I first began my career with the Food Institute, I was a bit flustered by the enormity of it all. At times, the food industry can seem like a mammoth. Regulatory issues, …

Amazon Is Facing Legal Challenges in Europe

In the U.S., the spotlight is on Amazon, and for good reason. The company’s recent acquisition of Whole Foods Market, it’s potential foray into the pharmaceuticals business and its omnipresent share of e-commerce sales during …

Can Chipotle Break Itself Out of Its Rut?

The trials and tribulations of Chipotle Mexican Grill is not a new topic for The Food Institute Blog. Both Jennette and I have opined in the past regarding the slew of food safety scares and …