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UK Food Standards Agency invites applications for food allergy research project
The project will investigate the preferences of people with food allergies when eating outside of the home.
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Food stamp programs funded through October despite government shutdown
The food retail industry assured consumers that both SNAP and WIC benefits will be available.
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Consumer confidence in food safety has dropped, according to survey
Only one in six adults expressed having a "great deal" of confidence in food safety, compared to one in four in 2008.
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Monsanto eyes growing agriculture-focused information technology market
The biotechnology giant announced the $930 million acquisition of agriculture climate forecaster Climate Corporation.
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Former USTR says exports offer 'sea change' for dairy industry
Ambassador Ron Kirk believes dairy exports can help the US economy recover.
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FDA food safety inspections suspended during government shutdown
Most Food Safety Inspection Service employees were deemed nonessential.
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FMI and United Fresh commit to co-locating trade events for three years
United Fresh 2014 and FMI Connect, the Global Food Retail Experience will be held in Chicago from June 10-14, 2014.
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Japan buys first US wheat since discovery of GMO variety in Oregon
The country banned US wheat imports on May 30, but yesterday purchased 89,579 tons.
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Federal government shutdown means suspension of some USDA programs
Programs funded by appropriations will be suspended, while others funded by user fees will go on.
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State agricultural officials urge FDA to release second FSMA draft for comment
The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture reaffirmed support for FSMA but questioned FDA's timeline for implementation.
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