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A packed agenda and a standing-room-only crowd were both featured at an event on the future of the integrated North American economic market hosted by the Center for Strategic and International Studies with CRA’s support. Read more about the discussion from CSIS. Want to see the dialogue for yourself? Check out the event recordings online.
A coalition of 30 agriculture and food organizations submitted a letter on April 16 calling on congressional leaders to ensure support for U.S. membership in the World Trade Organization. The letter emphasizes the importance of global trade to the nation’s farmers and ranchers and the role of rules-based systems to further expansion of U.S. food and agricultural exports. Read about it here.
Champions of agricultural innovation released statements hailing a landmark report from the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology (NSCEB). The groups welcomed the report’s recommendations to advance the biobased products industry in the U.S. and pledged partnership to pursue the Commission’s goals. Read about it here.
Cargill is honored to win five 2025 Edison Awards, recognizing the company’s bold innovations shaping the future of food and agriculture. From advancing conservation-minded farming to driving breakthroughs in nutrition and water access, each award-winning solution showcases how Cargill is building a more secure and resilient food system. Read about it on Cargill’s website.
ADM, a global leader in human and animal nutrition, was one of the top winners at the 9th edition of the Best Ingredients Suppliers (BIS) Awards. The award recognizes companies that stand out for the quality, innovation, and sustainability of their ingredients for the food and beverage industry. Read about it on ADM’s website.
Building on their recent recognition at the World Food Innovation Awards, Tate & Lyle’s regenerative stevia program has been recognized as one of Energy + Environment Leader’s projects of the year for environmental impact.
Read about it on LinkedIn.
Cornstarch makes low-fat yogurt creamy, smooth, and tasty by enhancing texture and keeping all the ingredients evenly mixed. Learn more at Kernel of Innovation.