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Recipe for success in family-owned fluff business

Jan 1, 2016
Marshmallow Fluff's creme product remains a holiday classic.

El Niño blamed for spike in global food prices

Nov 5, 2015
Heavy rains caused by El Niño are hurting crops in some parts of the world.

In court: sugar vs. high-fructose corn syrup

Nov 2, 2015
Industry groups representing sugar and corn refiners are suing each other.

Corn processors take aim at sugar

Jul 7, 2015
Corn processors want to kill government supports for rival sugar industry.

Cuba's open doors don't mean open for business

Dec 18, 2014
Despite thawing U.S.-Cuba relations, full-blown business opportunities are largely years away.

US sugar policy leaves sour taste for candy makers

Aug 27, 2014
New tariffs are another policy win for U.S. growers, and prices will stay high.

PODCAST: Your breakfast view will change

Feb 27, 2014
The White House changes the look and focus of nutrition labels.

For public good, not for profit.

Cane sugar v. corn syrup: Battle of the sweeteners

Mar 20, 2012
Cane sugar and corn syrup at going at it in court. Sugar doesn't want to be confused with syrup and they both want to hold onto their markets.

Sugar: Public (health) enemy No. 1?

Mar 1, 2012
Commentator Mark Bittman argues we should regulate sugar like we do cigarettes.

Stevia braces for a sweeter year in U.S., Europe

Jan 4, 2012
The low-calorie, natural sweetener Stevia is set to show up in more drinks and desserts this year. Its market share grew in the U.S. last year, and now the European Union will also allow its sale.