Stop Foodborne Illness Announces Sandra Eskin as New CEO Former USDA Deputy Under Secretary Officially Leads Nonprofit

Eskin, a respected leader in food safety, most recently at the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), has a long track record of food safety advocacy. Throughout her career, Eskin has worked on a broad range of food safety, consumer protection, and public policy issues.  

FDA Bans Red No. 3

January 21, 2025 FDA

The FDA will no longer allow for the use of FD&C Red No. 3 in food and ingested drugs. This synthetic food dye gives certain foods and drinks a bright, cherry-red color, and is found in certain candy, cakes and cupcakes, cookies, frozen desserts, and frostings and icings, and ingested drugs.

Pita Pit USA Announces Strategic Partnership with Thor’s Skyr, Expanding Healthy Menu Options

January 20, 2025 Pita Pit USA

Peter Riggs will expand his role as President and CEO of Pita Pit USA by serving as CEO of Thor’s Skyr as well. This dual leadership position enables both brands to leverage shared expertise and resources for mutual growth. With Riggs at the helm of both companies, the partnership will be strategically positioned to enhance innovation and expand market reach.

2024 Comté Scholarship Winner Announced!

Michael Scott, a cheese specialist for Whole Foods Market in Wellesley, MA, upon learning the news replied, “I can’t believe it! I won a trip to the Comté region this summer! This is absolutely fantastic! I can’t wait!”

Winter Fancy Food Show Spotlights Innovative Specialty Dairy Made with Sustainably Sourced Milk from California

CMAB will sample an assortment of dairy applications including artisan cheeses, desserts, cheese snacks and dips, and dairy based wellness shots.