What’s in your take-out box? The FDA is working with major companies to phase out potentially dangerous chemical compounds that are used to make many cardboard food packaging grease-proof. [Civil Eats]
The US Federal Trade Commission is cracking down on “biodegradable” and “compostable” bags that actually aren’t. [Grist]
Last Week Tonight’s John Oliver takes on the sugar hiding in your food. #ShowUsYourPeanuts [Slate]
What this week’s election means for the food movement across the country: soda taxes, GMO labeling, minimum wage laws, and more. [Food Politics]
Sustainable trash: Sweden imports 800,000 tons of trash annually to generate the heat and electricity needed to run their cities. [Treehugger]
California’s new laws for the humane treatment of laying hens could change the egg industry across the country. [Modern Farmer]