Friday headline roundup

Dream of fresh produce in the arctic Growing f/v in the most unlikely of places

Bottled water or f/v; which is better for family's health? "Clever" beverage marketers are usurping the health message of f/v

Boiling vegetables impairs antioxidants So says UK study

Senate wants reform minded farm bill, Harkin says From ABC Sen. Tom Harkins says "It's an ideal time to do some reform, to rearrange our priorities and to look ahead," said chairman Tom Harkin, who wants to expand land stewardship programs, spend more on public nutrition, boost biofuels and aid specialty crop growers.

Killer amendments could threaten immigration deal Debate to resume next week

Supermarkets fail to reach labor accord Strike vote Sunday

Wal-Mart unveils new packaging policy in Canada eco friendly policy discussed

FTC tries to block Whole Foods access to competitors data From the Chicago Tribune


Tomato on the vine grade standard comment period extended


China promises food safety reform Produce safety a key concern