Industry Advocacy

FMI Votes to Absorb FDI
WASHINGTON - The FMI Board of Directors voted just before the beginning of this week's convention to approve merging Food Distributors International into FMI effective Jan. 1. Both associations have retailer and wholesaler members, and many companies belong to both.
Russia's Embargo on Poultry Exports Affects Pork, Beef Prices
DES MOINES, Iowa - Russia's embargo on U.S. poultry exports has caused falling prices for pork and beef products, The Associated Press reports.

Dean Foods Company Announces Retirement of Howard Dean

DALLAS - Dean Foods Company, the nation's leading dairy processor, announced today the retirement of Howard M. Dean, chairman of Dean Foods.
OSHA Announces Comprehensive Plan To Reduce Ergonomic Injuries

WASHINGTON - OSHA on Friday unveiled a comprehensive plan designed to dramatically reduce ergonomic injuries.
Transora and UCCnet Sign Agreement to Drive Broader Industry Adoption

LAWRENCEVILLE, N.J. & CHICAGO - Transora has signed a Preferred Alliance Partner agreement with UCCnet to drive adoption of their complementary solutions in response to industry demand for a clear pathway to solve data synchronization challenges.
McDonald's to Begin Importing Beef

WASHINGTON - McDonald's will soon begin buying beef from overseas, citing a shortage of the U.S. meat that's lean enough to make burgers, The Associated Press reports.
McDonald's to Consider Expanding Animal Welfare Standards Worldwide

LONDON - Shareholders in fast-food chain McDonald's will soon be given the chance to vote on whether the company should introduce animal welfare standards worldwide, the BBC reports.
Pinnacle Awards Entry Deadline Is May 1

COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. - Progressive Grocer magazine and General Merchandise Distributors Council (GMDC) will honor merchandising excellence in the General Merchandise categories with the second annual Pinnacle Awards.
Some in Produce Industry Oppose FDA's Security Guidelines

LOS ANGELES - The produce industry is showing its concern for regulations that might be considered by Congress as part of food security legislation, the Los Angeles Times reports.
FMI Partners On Food Safety Information

WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Food Marketing Institute (FMI) has announced a new strategic alliance with FoodTrack Inc., providing members with 24/7 food safety surveillance information.

FMI Votes to Absorb FDI

Russia's Embargo on Poultry Exports Affects Pork, Beef Prices

Dean Foods Company Announces Retirement of Howard Dean

OSHA Announces Comprehensive Plan To Reduce Ergonomic Injuries

Transora and UCCnet Sign Agreement to Drive Broader Industry Adoption

McDonald's to Begin Importing Beef

McDonald's to Consider Expanding Animal Welfare Standards Worldwide

Pinnacle Awards Entry Deadline Is May 1

Some in Produce Industry Oppose FDA's Security Guidelines

FMI Partners On Food Safety Information