Left Coast Organics brand organic chia seeds have been recalled in Canada because of Salmonella contamination. The chia seeds were distributed in Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, Ontario and Saskatchewan, according to the Canadian Food Inspection Agency. The agency reported that the recall was triggered by a recall in another country, but did not name the...

The rules for consumer packaged goods have changed. For the past 13 years, TELUS Agriculture & Consumer Goods has tracked the food and beverage industry to see how it’s evolving. In 2026, we expanded our study beyond the US to include the UK and Australia. We surveyed over 3,000 shoppers to understand exactly how their...

Listen to the article 2 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: B&G Foods is buying Del Monte Foods’ broth and stock business, which includes the College Inn and Kitchen Basics brands, for approximately $110 million. B&G said it was the winner for the broth and stock...

Peanut Chaat is a simple Indian snack made by mixing peanuts with onions, tomatoes, spices, herbs and lemon juice. It can be prepared using boiled peanuts made from fresh peanut pods or roasted and salted peanuts. The boiled peanut version has a soft texture, while the roasted peanut version is crunchy. Both methods use the...

Listen to the article 2 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: Tapatio hot sauce is being acquired by private equity firm Highlander Partners for an undisclosed amount, the companies said in a statement. The Saavedra family, which founded the brand in 1971, will retain a minority...

Balushahi, also known as Badusha in South India, is a traditional Indian sweet made with a leavened dough that is deep fried and soaked in sugar syrup. The sweet has a lightly crisp outer layer with a soft, slightly flaky center. It is flavored with cardamom and saffron, which give it its characteristic aroma and...

Published: January 20, 2026, 12:01 am A draft food law that includes mandatory allergen labeling and a licensing system for businesses has been proposed in Jersey. The planned regulations are being reviewed by the Environment, Housing, and Infrastructure Scrutiny Panel. They cover food standards, such as labeling and allergen information, food hygiene and safety. If...

Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. Dive Brief: The Coca-Cola Company has appointed Sedef Salingan Sahin to the newly created role of chief digital officer, according to a press release. Coke adding a chief digital officer to its executive suite is part of...

Published: January 20, 2026, 12:03 am European Union reference laboratories focused on bacteria, parasites and viruses have started work. Beginning this month, the three labs for foodborne and waterborne diseases officially began operations. This post is for paying subscribers only Subscribe now Already have an account? Sign in Your Support Protects Public Health Food Safety...

If customers don’t see it, they won’t buy it. Food brands have always worked hard to earn visibility where shopping decisions get made. For decades, that meant securing the right aisle, the right height, the right placement and an eye-catching package design. But what does shelf visibility look like when an AI agent is helping...