by PBFA | Aug 23, 2019 | Labeling, News |
With this year showing an unprecedented number of states introducing bills to restrict how our members can label their foods, it’s critical that PBFA have a strong presence at the leading conferences where state-level lobbyist and policymakers gather. That’s why this...
by PBFA | Jul 5, 2019 | Labeling, Media Coverage |
The Plant Based Foods Association recently joined with member company Upton’s Naturals to file a lawsuit in Mississippi challenging the state’s new labeling law which could make using “meat” terminology to describe plant-based foods subject to criminal penalties....
by PBFA | Jul 2, 2019 | Labeling, Press Releases |
Status (4/13/21): A win! After PBFA filed a Federal First Amendment Lawsuit, Mississippi revised their labeling laws, allowing plant-based food companies to continue using common meat product terms. Today, the Plant Based Foods Association (PBFA) joined with member...
by PBFA | May 30, 2019 | Labeling, News |
Status (4/13/21): PBFA challenged SB 152 in court, but unfortunately, the bill was passed into law on 06/11/2019, going into effect on 10/1/2020. The Plant Based Foods Association strongly opposes SB 152, legislation in Louisiana which would restrict the use of...
by PBFA | Apr 22, 2019 | Labeling |
Status (4/13/21): PBFA submitted a letter in June, 2020 urging FDA to create a regulatory landscape that fosters innovation, specifically in terms of innovative ingredients, practices and processes for new products. Washington, DC – A review conducted by Linkage...
by PBFA | Mar 27, 2019 | Labeling |
Status (4/13/21): PBFA submitted a letter in June, 2020 urging FDA to create a regulatory landscape that fosters innovation, specifically in terms of innovative ingredients, practices and processes for new products. It was another busy month for PBFA’s policy team....