U.S. diesel prices have climbed to a record high, raising transportation costs across the food supply chain. Economists and federal data show that if elevated fuel costs persist, shoppers could begin seeing more pressure on grocery prices, especially for perishables. Continue Reading
Research suggests the digits and sounds in a food brand’s name can shape what shoppers expect before the first bite, and those expectations can change how products are judged. Studies cited by marketers and sensory researchers show numeric brand cues can lift perceived quality, sweetness, or performance even when the food itself does not change. Continue Reading
New human evidence suggests the most measurable slowdowns in biological aging may come from moderate, sustained interventions rather than extreme anti-aging regimens. A Yale-led analysis found the strongest signals in prescription drugs, diet, and exercise, while many supplements showed little effect. Continue Reading
Bumble Bee Foods has filed a California WARN notice for 197 permanent layoffs at its Santa Fe Springs facility as the seafood processor prepares to wind down the site. The notice points to another significant reduction in California food manufacturing jobs later this year. Continue Reading
Honeycrisp remains one of the country’s best-known premium apples, but SweeTango is gaining attention for a firmer bite and a more balanced sweet-tart flavor. Industry and university sources show the variety was bred directly from Honeycrisp and introduced as a tightly managed early-season alternative. Continue Reading
New research in mice found that sucralose and stevia changed gut bacteria, microbial byproducts, and gene activity, with some effects showing up in offspring that never consumed the sweeteners. The findings add to a broader debate over how zero-calorie sweeteners may affect metabolic health. Continue Reading
New research and U.N.-backed food security data show that the cost of a healthy diet remains out of reach for billions, with some 2050 scenarios projecting food spending could take up a quarter or more of household budgets in vulnerable regions. The findings underscore how climate pressure, inflation, and uneven income growth are reshaping food affordability. Continue Reading
An Ohio Domino’s franchisee has closed 13 locations across north-central parts of the state, and the chain says it is working to move those stores to new ownership. The closures affect communities including Mansfield, Akron, Ashland, and Wadsworth. Continue Reading
A bankrupt Popeyes operator is asking a Florida bankruptcy court to let it keep a $2.5 million escrow payment after an investment firm walked away from a deal for 23 Orlando-area restaurants. The dispute adds another turn to Sailormen’s broader effort to sell off locations in Florida and Georgia during Chapter 11. Continue Reading
National burger chains keep adding premium and limited-time sandwiches, but several core cheeseburgers still deliver strong value and consistency without getting top billing. These seven picks stand out for build, portion, and menu staying power across regional and national fast food brands. Continue Reading