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Since 2020 went so wildly off the rails, the future of food seems as unpredictable as the rest of the economy.
The last few years have been a roller coaster ride for the food and beverage business. But what's stood out is that food and beverage sales have emerged as one of the fastest-growing e-commerce categories.
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The U.S. Department of Agriculture identified local and regional food systems as one of four pillars to revitalize the rural economy, create jobs, and improve access to fresh, healthy food for millions of Americans.
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With seismic shifts in consumer priorities and changing sales channels, pressure for food, beverage, and supplements companies to innovate is at an all-time high.
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Next year, the federal government will publish its quinquennial Dietary Guidelines for Americans, which “reflects the current body of nutrition science and provides advice on what to eat and drink to promote health and reduce risk of chronic...
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