Food Industry News Roundup for Week of Oct. 18

Consumer trend predictions, USDA launches new effort to reduce Salmonella illnesses linked to poultry and more news from the week.

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ADM Unveils Predictions for Next Big Consumer Trends
Based on research from ADM’s Outside VoiceSM consumer insights platform, the company provides a breakdown of each growth space it said is poised for takeoff in the new year.

Wendy's, Berry Global, LyondellBasell Collaborate to Improve Cup Recyclability
Wendy's said the collaboration will support its move from a selection of plastic-lined paper cups with limited recyclability to single-substrate, clear plastic drink cups that more consumers will be able to recycle — an important pathway toward circularity.

USDA Appoints New Members to Food Safety Advisory Committee
Members of the committee are chosen based on their expertise in microbiology, risk assessment, epidemiology, public health, food science and other relevant disciplines.

USDA Launches New Effort to Reduce Salmonella Illnesses Linked to Poultry
The agency is initiating several key activities to gather the data and information necessary to support future action and move closer to the national target of a 25% reduction in Salmonella illnesses.

Mérieux NutriSciences Announces New Logo and Brand Strategy
Citing the deep changes the world encounters today, the group is further seeking to develop practical and innovative solutions that contribute to making food systems safer, healthier and more sustainable.