2024 Articles

211 Members of Congress Now Oppose the EATS Act By Bjorn Olafsson February 2024 The federal bill that would gut states’ rights to regulate the way animals are farmed for meat is facing strong opposition

6 Reasons Why Eggs Are So Expensive Right Now By Grace Hussain & Julieta Cardenas May 2024 The price of eggs has been driven up by a variety of factors, most notably by inflation and one of the most severe avian flu pandemics in recent history.

8 Alternative Protein Market Predictions for 2024 By Bjorn Olafsson March 2024 The biggest trends to look out for as the alternative protein sector aims to further enshrine itself in mainstream eating habits.

Animal Welfare and Climate Change: Intersections and Parallels Symposium February 2024 An overview of the program at the upcoming Animal Welfare and Climate Change: Intersections and Parallels Symposium.

Does Veganism Kill More Animals? The Argument, Decoded By Jessica Scott-Reid May 2024 One popular defense of a meat-heavy diet is the “crop death” argument, but does the evidence actually stack up?

Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act February 2024 Updates on the Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression Act.

Farm Animal Housing in 2024: Laws, Proposals and Challenges April 2024 Updates on the current landscape of food law issues since the U.S. Supreme Court found in favor of California in 2023, allowing Proposal 12 to go into effect as written.

Farmed Bluefin Tuna Brands Claim to Be Sustainable. Here’s What Really Happens. By Rachael Adams May 2024 Despite the certifications, tuna farm operations are typically among the least sustainable types of aquaculture.

The Flinn Report April 2024 The Flinn Report is a weekly summary of regulatory actions of state agencies published in the Illinois Register and action taken by the Illinois General Assembly’s Joint Committee on Administrative Rules.

The Flinn Report February 2024 The Flinn Report is a weekly summary of regulatory actions of state agencies published in the Illinois Register and action taken by the Illinois General Assembly’s Joint Committee on Administrative Rules.

The Flinn Report January 2024 The Flinn Report is a weekly summary of regulatory actions of state agencies published in the Illinois Register and action taken by the Illinois General Assembly’s Joint Committee on Administrative Rules.

Food & Farming Media Network May 2024 How to become a member of the Food & Farming Media Network.

Going Green: Cannabis Lounges and the Implications for Food Regulators By Gloria Lewis March 2024 As cannabis lounges become increasingly prevalent in Illinois, the convergence of restaurant, cannabis, and burgeoning lounge industries present a regulatory challenge. The current licensing and inspection processes may not adequately address the complexities of these hybridized business models. Consequently, there is a pressing need to either adapt existing regulatory frameworks or establish a new licensing schema to effectively govern these diverse industries. This article explores the regulatory implications and proposes strategies to ensure comprehensive oversight in this evolving landscape.

Labeling on Snacks By Lynne Osfeld May 2024 There is a growing movement to put labels on the front of the food packaging and to use color coding to emphasize high quantities of things like sugar and salt.

Local Food Infrastructure Grant Program April 2024 Information about the Local Food Infrastructure Grant Program.

Meet Food Law Section Member Michael Gotkin By Angela Peters March 2024 A spotlight on Michael Gotkin, a member of the Food Law Section.

Meet Lynne R. Ostfeld By Angela Peters February 2024 A member spotlight on Lynne Ostfeld.

Meet On Food Law April 2024 On Food Law is a food and policy blog that serves as a forum for food law scholars, policymakers, media, the food industry, and the interested public to engage with and discuss research in and ideas about food law and policy.

Meet Our Chair, Robert Anderson By Angela Peters January 2024 A member spotlight on the Food Law Section Council chair, Robert Anderson.

Meet the American Council on Science and Health January 2024 Highlights of the educational information available from the American Council on Science Health.

Sierra Club Northwest Cook County Group’s March Meeting March 2024 Learn about the essential role of native plants and receive seed packs to be a part of local habitat preservation at the March meeting of the Sierra Club Northwest Cook County.

Soil Health Week Presentations March 4-10, 2024 By Angela Peters January 2024 Illinois Soil Health Week is coming up in early March 2024.

Transforming the Midwest Into an Internationally Recognized Leader in Innovation and Business Growth By Lynne Ostfeld March 2024 Global Midwest Alliance is a business-led, region-wide, not-for-profit education organization dedicated to transforming the Midwest into an internationally recognized leader in innovation and business growth.

Webinar Series for the National Agricultural Law Center By Angela Peters May 2024 As part of its mission, the National Agricultural Law Center is hosting a series of webinars on current and emerging important agricultural and food law topics.