Nutrition
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USDA commits US$21M to rice purchases for nutrition programs
The purchase comes as part of a broader US$472.5 million initiative authorized under Section 32 of the Agricultural Adjustment Act of 1935 to absorb domestic commodity surpluses, stabilize farm-gate prices, and deliver essential staple foods to low-income families and emergency food networks across the country.
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Grupo Bimbo strengthens nutritional profile of baked foods
The company says 97% of its white bread, baked items, bagels and English muffins now contain at least 2 grams of dietary fiber per 100 grams of product.
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WK Kellogg Co rolls out “SPOONS” nutrition guide to transform cereal aisle
The initiative is part of the company’s broader strategy to highlight the nutritional benefits of cereal and respond to growing consumer demand for healthier, more functional food options.
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Capwell Foundation expands Uji Feeding Programme to reach over 24,000 students across Kenya
This localized intervention directly targets immediate nutritional deficiencies while simultaneously easing the economic burdens currently pressing down on vulnerable households within the agricultural, rice-growing region of Mwea.
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Grain Foods Foundation scales up campaign to advocate for long-term health benefits of grains
The campaign, which represents a significant expansion of the organization’s 2023–2026 strategic plan, aims to reconnect consumers with the science-backed benefits of both whole and enriched grains as foundational elements of a balanced diet.