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Sustainability News

The future of chocolate is being rewritten by supply shocks

11 March 202611 March 2026 Molly Gilmore Cocoa, Supply Chain, Sustainability 5 min read

Rising cocoa prices, climate disruption and new sustainability regulations are forcing the chocolate industry to rethink... Read more

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America’s food recall surge is becoming a systemic risk

27 February 202627 February 2026 Erin Flock Recalls, Retail, USA 6 min read

The number of US food recalls has climbed to its highest level in nine years, according... Read more

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The FDA’s new “Healthy” rules just kicked off a supply-chain land grab

27 February 202627 February 2026 Erin Flock Health, Supply Chain, USA 8 min read

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s updated definition of the “healthy” nutrient content claim was designed... Read more

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Farmers & Growers News

Jennifer Garner’s Once Upon a Farm debuts at $724 million valuation

27 February 20263 March 2026 Erin Flock Farming, Organic 7 min read

Jennifer Garner has built a second act far removed from Hollywood sound stages. The actress, who... Read more

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Inside Cracker Barrel’s new rules and what they signal for casual dining

27 February 202627 February 2026 Erin Flock Restaurants, Retail, USA 7 min read

Cracker Barrel’s new rules have ignited a wave of discussion among loyal diners and casual observers... Read more