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DSM-Firmenich wins lawsuit protecting algal oil patent
DSM-Firmenich has won its patent infringement case against Canada-based Mara Renewables Corporation and its UK subsidiary, Algal Omega-3.
FTC sues PepsiCo for alleged price discrimination
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has filed a lawsuit against PepsiCo, accusing the company of engaging in illegal price discrimination.
Albertsons terminates Kroger merger, files lawsuit over breach of contract
Albertsons has terminated its planned $24.6 billion merger with Kroger following court rulings blocking the deal due to antitrust concerns.
Kraft Heinz faces lawsuit over mac and cheese labelling
Kraft Heinz is facing a lawsuit over the use of ‘no artificial preservatives’ labelling on its Kraft Macaroni & Cheese product.
Kroger-Albertsons merger faces FTC scrutiny amid rising grocery prices - Reuters
The proposed $24.6 billion merger between Kroger and Albertsons Companies has come under intense scrutiny from US Federal Trade Commission
Milkio Foods fined for misleading customers about origin of dairy products
New Zealand-based dairy firm Milkio Foods has been fined for using imported Indian butter in products labelled as locally produced. The...
Kroger files motion against FTC amid legal dispute on proposed Albertson’s merger
Kroger has filed a motion for preliminary injunction against the FTC's administrative proceeding challenging its merger with Albertson's.
PepsiCo faces lawsuit over misleading health claims on Gatorade protein bars
A federal judge has ruled that snacking giant PepsiCo can be sued for misleading marketing of its Gatorade protein bars.