News & Noteworthy

In Natural Grocers v. Rollins, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Ninth Circuit significantly upended certain parts of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Bioengineered Food Disclosure Standard (BE Rule). Goodbye Undetected Bioengineered Material Exemption The panel rejected the USDA’s conclusion that the non-detectability of genetically modified material in a final food product was legally equivalent to a finding that the food does not contain bioengineered m

On this Veterans Day, Sugaright would like to take an opportunity to thank all those who have served our country. At Sugaright, we are fortunate to work beside many veterans and we value the skills their military service brings to our company. Sugaright hires individuals that are of high character, flexible, collaborative, and resilient; military service experience provides an unequalled skill building opportunity in these areas. When we asked other veterans how their milit

Both federal and state governments have put ultra-processed foods (UPF’s) in their crosshairs, claiming their consumption is responsible for the poor health profiles of many Americans.  Law firms are beginning to warn food manufacturing companies to be aware of these regulations and prepare for potential major legislation that could impact labeling, product formulations, and school lunch programs. Additionally, as consumers become more aware of what is actually in their food,

Do you really want to get a call from your CEO asking, “What are we doing about HFCS?” After a random tweet?  Or another MAHA report rumor?  Will you be ready? Major food companies are increasingly moving away from high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS), driven by perceived health concerns and the demand from consumers and policymakers for cleaner labels. Earlier this year Tyson announced it would eliminate HFCS from all of its U.S. products by the end of 2025. Whole Foods just shar

On October 15, we invite you to celebrate the gold standard of sweetness - real sugar! National Real Sugar Day is more than a day to celebrate real sugar and all of the people who make it possible, but it is also a day to invite everyone who enjoys a little real sugar in their lives to learn and experience something new with real sugar made from sugar cane or sugar beets. This day has taken on new relevance as the topics of ultra-processed foods and removing HFCS from our die

National Truck Driver Appreciation Week marks a special celebration of America’s Highway Heroes and pays tribute to all that professional...