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Safety
Doctor Coalition Warns About the Risks of Energy Drinks
Medical groups say children and teens should avoid energy drinks altogether — but many are not.
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Labeling
Lawsuit Accuses Starbucks of Mislabeling 'Sugar-free' Protein Drinks
The coffeehouse chain said the sugar in the drinks comes from protein-boosted milk.
October 6, 2026
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Supply Chain
FTC Settles With Southern Glazer's Over Its Discounts to Large Sellers
The agency sued the nation's largest distributor of wines and spirits in late 2024.
October 5, 2026
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Safety
Cyclospora Found at Mexican Farm Linked to Lettuce Outbreak, FDA Says
But the agency said it's unclear how the parasite got into lettuce at Taylor Farms' facility.
October 5, 2026
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Supply Chain
General Mills Names New CEO
The company’s chief operating officer will take over the top job at the beginning of next year.
October 2, 2026
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Capital Investment
Hormel to Acquire Chicken Processor Brakebush in $1B Deal
The company expects the move to bolster its protein portfolio and foodservice operations.
October 1, 2026
Top News
DORA-PROBE Stevens water monitoring probe inserted in soil during field measurement
BinMaster Acquires Leader in Moisture, Weather Monitoring Sensors
October 5, 2026
Today in Manufacturing Episode 288 promotional graphic featuring military aircraft, Chinese flag, Pentagon building, and GAINS sponsor logo
How F-35 Parts Got Shipped to China; Plastics Fire Aftermath in Michigan; Chemical Leak at Purina Plant | Today in Manufacturing Ep. 288
October 5, 2026
Oatly containers at a grocery store in North Miami, Fla., May 18, 2021.
The World's Largest Oat Milk Producer Joins Climate Journalism Campaign
September 30, 2026
Construction worker in safety gear analyzing data charts on computer monitor in industrial facility
Report: Manufacturing Remains Most Targeted Industry for Cyberattacks
September 30, 2026
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Cooking Oil Conspiracy Shows How Trash Can Become Treasure
September 30, 2026
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Fruit Coating Manufacturer Ditches Enterprise ERP Without Losing Control
September 29, 2026
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Contract Snack Manufacturer to Expand Pennsylvania Operations
September 29, 2026
United States and Canadian flags overlapping, showing red and white stripes with stars and maple leaf symbols
From Motorcycles to Booze, U.S. Ban on $1B Worth of Canadian Imports Goes Into Effect
September 29, 2026
Collaborative robotic arms assembling electronic circuit boards in a modern manufacturing facility with blue-lit workspace
Integrators Remain Key Resource as Manufacturers Navigate Increasingly Complex Tech Landscape
September 28, 2026
Baker Kevin Luce makes pastries in Saint-Just-en-Chaussee, France, Sept. 24, 2026.
Crunch Time: Fuel Price Spike Squeezes French Baguette Bakers
September 28, 2026
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer badge featuring gold eagle, shield, and Department of Homeland Security seal on uniform
Meatpacking Groups Say ICE Arrests Could Lead to Higher Prices, Revenue Loss
September 28, 2026
Two industrial workers in white protective suits and respirators at a manufacturing facility with Manufacturing Now logo
Workers Hospitalized After Chemical Leak at Purina Dog Food Plant
September 28, 2026
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The Four Pillars of Success for Premix Production
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The Four Pillars of Success for Premix Production
How to combat rising material costs, tightening regulations, and evolving customer expectations.
September 28, 2026
President Donald Trump displays a signed executive order at a campaign rally at the Pinnacle Bank Expo Center, Oct. 5, 2026, Grand Island, Neb.
Supply Chain
Trump Executive Order Extends Tax-free Use of Red-dyed Diesel
Diesel fuel for off-road uses — such as agriculture — is exempt from federal and state excise taxes.
October 6, 2026
Ricky Blanding, founder of Scrap Soils, holds composted soil at Sanctuary Farms, Sept. 14, 2026, Detroit.
Supply Chain
Budding Food Scrap Services Pick Up Coffee Grounds, Eggshells
Experts say the companies are an important part of cleaning up the broader food ecosystem.
October 6, 2026
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Products
New Conveyor Built for Cleanability
It is designed for the gentle, clean and efficient transport of delicate products.
October 5, 2026
Two green recycling bins with white circular emblems on a paved outdoor surface
Facility
Solar-Powered Garbage Can Stops the Stink
The lid insert efficiently breaks down acetic acid.
October 5, 2026
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Consumer Trends
$28 Billion Hemp THC Industry Fights to Survive Looming Federal Ban
Congress targets unregulated THC products threatening hundreds of thousands of jobs.
October 5, 2026
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Facility
U.S. Manufacturing Sector Expanded in September
The indexes for new orders, employment and prices each rose compared to August.
October 2, 2026
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Ingredients
Who’s Shaping the Debate Over Ultra-processed Foods?
Industry ties are common among researchers who criticize how ultra-processed foods are classified.
October 2, 2026
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Supply Chain
Trump Tried to Make an Ally Out of Fishermen; Some Have Started to Turn on Him
Fuel prices are rising, and trade hostilities with Canada are jeopardizing their markets.
October 2, 2026
A street vendor sells campaign flags of presidential candidates Sen. Flavio Bolsonaro and current President Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva, Brasilia, Brazil, Sept. 29, 2026.
Supply Chain
Future of Amazon Rainforest Policies at Stake in Brazilian Presidential Election
Sen. Flávio Bolsonaro has vowed to ease licensing for farming, cattle ranching and mining.
October 2, 2026
A motorist fills up at a QuikTrip gas station, Sept. 15, 2026, Greenwood Village, Colo.
Consumer Trends
Americans' View of the Economy Sinks to the Lowest Level Since 2014
The index fell below the lowest level reached during the pandemic.
October 2, 2026
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Supply Chain
Arizona State Launches Organic Farming Mentorship Program
Barriers to USDA Organic certification have prevented untold numbers from overhauling their farms.
October 2, 2026
Aerial view of industrial facility with four circular cooling towers on rooftop surrounded by landscaped grounds and adjacent buildings
Facility
When Water Runs Short, Cooling Becomes the Constraint
As industrial regions face increased water shortages, water-dependent facilities need strategies that reduce demand without putting uptime at risk.
October 1, 2026
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Supply Chain
Can Sensors and Drones Improve Crop Quality While Saving Water?
Precision agricultural techniques reduced the amount of water required to grow tomatoes and grapes.
October 1, 2026
The Alpaca Cafe, Stajicevo, Serbia, Sept. 30, 2026.
Consumer Trends
Not Your Everyday Coffee in a Serbia Cafe; Enjoy It in the Company of Alpacas
The South American animals roam among the tables, happy to interact with guests.
October 1, 2026