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[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 …

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 …

“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: …

In my time as the Food Institute’s fresh produce analyst, one trend never seems to slow down. That trend would be the rising consumer demand for organic products in general, but especially in the fresh …

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 …

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 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.

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 …

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 …

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 …

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, …

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 …

It was but a few moments after I clicked “SEND” on Today in Food that the buzz around the office started: Target was buying Shipt for $550 million. So let’s dive on in to this …

What do you do when you announce you are about to close nearly 400 stores, but then find out through the legal system you are obligated to keep more than 75 of them open? Starbucks …

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 …

On a recent visit at a friend’s house, I had a moment of clarity to see how technology is becoming such a major facet of everyday life. Clearly, we cover technological advancements pretty regularly here …

After four days out of the office, we are back doing what we do best at the Food Institute offices: keeping an eye on the food industry. Although today is Cyber Monday, we are starting …

Hurricane Irma was not kind to Florida’s citrus industry, which was already besieged by dwindling production and citrus greening disease. In an effort to defend Florida’s iconic agricultural industry, both federal and state government programs …

In just over a week, families across the U.S. will be sitting down for a Thanksgiving meal that features turkey, mashed potatoes and a variety of other American staples. I know my family will be …

There are about two months remaining in 2017, and retailers are preparing for the Thanksgiving and winter holiday seasons. However, savvy industry members are also looking to what will be hot in 2018, and Whole …

Food labeling regulation, once a stalwart of FDA policy, has entered a state of flux. Food companies now need to negotiate a minefield of changing rules and evolving enforcement policies. Manufacturers also face an increasing …

At a recent meal out, I took a look at the table-top tablet in front of me and took stock of changes affecting the restaurant industry. Customers are beginning to expect personalization in ways never …

Voice-ordering devices. Smart thermostats. Mobile-connected cameras. Even Internet of Things-enabled fridges that allow for re-ordering: It seems brands and retailers want to get into consumers’ homes, but the level is accelerating. About a month ago, …

Pesticides and herbicides are a controversial subject of discussion in the food world. Some would argue they are absolutely vital to a thriving food system by ensuring pests and invasive weeds do not decimate crops, …

If you’ve been following the Food Institute in any capacity over the course of the past year, you know we’ve been keeping our eyes on sugary beverage taxes, or “soda taxes.” We’ve reported on some …

One thing is clear: Florida’s all orange forecast will be down in the 2017-2018 season. The real question is, “by how much?” USDA’s 2017-2018 Florida all orange forecast is at 54.0 million boxes, 21% less …

Led Zeppelin released Led Zeppelin II on Halloween of 1969, and the following year, “Whole Lotta Love” was released as the lead single for the record. Although an interpretation of the song’s lyrics might not …