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Corn refining industry's $54.5B economic output helps strengthen rural America

December 21, 2016

As U.S. corn farmers wrap up the most bountiful harvest on record, the Corn Refiners Association (CRA) releases its 2016 Corn Annual: Strengthening the Fabric of Our Nation.

Consumer attitudes toward sweeteners reveal taste beats healthy

February 14, 2014

Findings from the Sweetener360 research study conducted by Nielsen and Mintel Consulting about consumer attitudes and purchasing behaviors when it comes to sweeteners indicate that consumers are more influenced by taste and price than better-for-you claims. Their buying habits are different than what they say they are, too.

High fructose corn syrup can’t have it both ways — either it’s a sugar or it isn’t

Candy makers shouldn’t be able to claim “less sugar” by adding HFCS.

Crystal Lindell

November 20, 2013

Here’s the thing, high fructose corn syrup can’t have it both ways. It can’t be a sugar and not be a sugar.

Corn syrup name debate continues

District Court Judge Marshall adds Cargill, ADM as defendants in “corn sugar” case.

Alyse Thompson

August 1, 2012

Depending on which side you’re on, the battle over what to call high fructose corn syrup has either sweetened — or soured.

Does corn syrup by any other name taste as sweet?

Corn refiners group thinks so, calls FDA’s rejection of corn sugar petition ‘narrow, technical’

Kawther Albader

June 6, 2012

High-fructose corn syrup is generating more commotion around its name than a newborn child.

No sugar for corn syrup

FDA denies petition to rename high-fructose corn syrup, cites inaccuracy, health concerns

Kawther Albader

May 31, 2012

What's in a name? That which we call high-fructose corn syrup by any other name would taste as sweet — but not exactly, because high-fructose corn syrup is not sugar, according to the FDA.

This webinar will examine variables factoring into nutritionally improved candy sales, including ingredients, label claims, and alternative sugars. Better-for-you options remain top of mind for consumers who are searching for indulgences, but in a healthier format.