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    1. Does environmental labelling still matter? generation z’s purchasing decisions

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    Collection:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center (ACDC)
    Contributers:
    Kabaja, Bartłomiej (author), Wojnarowska, Magdalena (author), Ćwiklicki, Marek (author), Buffagni, Stefania Claudia (author), and Varese, Erica (author)
    Format:
    Journal article
    Publication Date:
    2023-09-14
    Published:
    Switzerland: MDPI
    Location:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 206 Document Number: D12958
    Journal Title:
    Sustainability
    Journal Title Details:
    V.15, Iss.18
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    20 pages., This research paper explores the role of environmental labelling in shaping the purchasing and consumption behaviours of Generation Z. The study aims to provide insights into the comprehension, perception, and attitude of this generation towards environmental labelling and to investigate how these factors impact their purchasing decisions. The results of this study provide valuable insights into the role of environmental labelling in shaping the behaviours of young consumers and suggest that it still matters to this generation. The study also highlights the importance of trust in environmental labelling for influencing purchasing decisions. Our research paper provides new insights into the role of environmental labelling in shaping the behaviours of Generation Z, which is a critical demographic group for sustainable consumption. We found that this generation is highly aware of environmental issues and is motivated to make eco-friendly purchasing decisions. However, our study also highlights that the lack of trust in environmental labelling can be a significant barrier to sustainable consumption. This study contributes to the literature on environmental labelling and consumer behaviour among Generation Z.

    2. USDA strengthens rules and enforcement to make sure organic products are really organic

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    Collection:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center (ACDC)
    Contributers:
    Rembert, Elizabeth (author)
    Format:
    Article/Audio Story
    Publication Date:
    2023-02-03
    Published:
    United States: National Public Radio
    Location:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 206 Document Number: D12790
    Journal Title:
    Harvest Public Media
    Journal Title Details:
    Online
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    4pgs, The U.S. Department of Agriculture has reinforced oversight on organic certification and enforcement to prevent mislabeled products, in what advocates are calling the biggest update in decades.

    3. A historical examination of food labeling policies and practices in the United States: implications for agricultural communications

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    Collection:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center (ACDC)
    Contributers:
    Powers, Rexanna (author) and Roberts, Richie (author)
    Format:
    Journal Article
    Publication Date:
    2022-12-31
    Published:
    USA: American Association for Agricultural Education
    Location:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 206 Document Number: D12938
    Journal Title:
    Journal of Agricultural Education
    Journal Title Details:
    V.63, N.4
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    20 pages, Knowledge of agricultural practices has declined in recent years, resulting in consumers becoming uncertain of where and how their food has been produced and the marketing tactics used to promote the product. Historically, the U.S. population’s rich agricultural heritage coincided with higher levels of agricultural literacy. Some scholars, however, have maintained that U.S. culture has begun to lose touch with its agricultural foundations. More recent evidence has demonstrated that consumers acquire knowledge about their food from various media, most notably the Internet and social media. Often these sources use incorrect information and promote food and agricultural marketing trends that may not be grounded in scientific data. In response, this historical narrative analyzed a reform effort that occurred in U.S. food labeling policy and practice in the 1900s, which contributed to food labeling issues and consumer distrust in the agricultural industry. Based on the findings of this investigation, we concluded that food labels were initially intended to provide consumers with more profound knowledge of the food they purchased. However, key legislative acts such as the Fair Packaging and Labeling Act and the Nutrition Labeling and Education Act shifted the food labeling movement into a branding device to differentiate products and brands. We recommend that agricultural practitioners explore new ways to communicate their message more effectively. We also call for producers to incorporate more personal and emotional appeals when marketing agricultural products to better compete with third-party branding efforts.

    5. What is organic?

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    Collection:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center (ACDC)
    Contributers:
    Sims, Tamika (author) and Food Insight (author)
    Format:
    Online article
    Publication Date:
    2021-12-03
    Published:
    USA: International Food Information Council Foundation, Washington, D.C.
    Location:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 207 Document Number: D13006
    Notes:
    3 pages

    6. IFIC survey: knowledge, understanding and use of front-of-pack labeling in food and beverage decisions: insights from shoppers in the U.S

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    Collection:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center (ACDC)
    Contributers:
    Food Insight (author)
    Format:
    Online Article and Power Point
    Publication Date:
    2021-11-16
    Published:
    USA: International Food Information Council Foundation, Washington, D.C.
    Location:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 207 Document Number: D13003
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    41 pages. Article and cover, methodology and key takeaways off PowerPoint in folder (8 pages), remaining pages online.

    9. Commercial kefir products assessed for label accuracy of microbial composition and density

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    Collection:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center (ACDC)
    Contributers:
    Metras, B.N. (author), Holle, M.J. (author), Parker, V.J. (author), Miller, M.J. (author), and Swanson, K.S. (author)
    Format:
    Journal article
    Publication Date:
    2021-05-12
    Published:
    USA: Elsevier
    Location:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 207 Document Number: D13037
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    6 pages, Kefirs are fermented beverages containing yeast and bacteria produced by the fermentation of water or milk with kefir grains. Because microorganism density may influence a product's health benefits, label accuracy regarding viable bacterial density and taxonomy of fermented foods is important. In this study, the microbiota of 5 commercial kefir products were measured quantitatively using standard plating techniques and characterized using high-resolution, long-read 16S rRNA gene amplicon sequencing. To enumerate viable lactic acid bacteria, 2 lots of each product were plated on de Man, Rogosa and Sharpe agar upon opening and following 14 d and incubated under anaerobic and aerobic conditions. Results revealed that 66% of products with a guaranteed count of colony-forming units per gram overstated microorganism density by at least 1 log, with only product E exceeding 1 × 109 cfu/g. Sequencing results demonstrated moderate product label accuracy in regard to taxonomy, yet several products contained bacterial species above the minimum detectable threshold (0.001% relative abundance) that were not included on the labels (e.g., Streptococcus salivarius, Lactobacillus paracasei). Our results demonstrate a moderate level of labeling accuracy for commercial kefir products intended for human consumption. Regulatory agencies and consumers must continue to scrutinize these products and demand a higher level of accuracy and quality.

    11. Consumer perspectives on vitamins, minerals and food and beverage fortification

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    Collection:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center (ACDC)
    Format:
    Research summary
    Publication Date:
    2021-04
    Published:
    USA: International Food Information Council, Washington, D.C.
    Location:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 203 Document Number: D12173
    Notes:
    Online from publisher. 29 pages., Statistical summary of findings of a U.S. probability survey among 1,023 adults ages 18+, based on interviews.

    13. Cell-based, traditional meat processors call on FDA, USDA for transparent labeling

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    Collection:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center (ACDC)
    Format:
    Article
    Publication Date:
    2020-10-19
    Published:
    USA
    Location:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 202 Document Number: D11945
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    From Agri-Pulse via online from AgriMarketing Weekly. 1 page., "Key voices from new and innovative meat technology industries are calling for mandatory labeling of cell-based meat and for more sector feedback before those labels are developed."

    14. The future of retail

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    Collection:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center (ACDC)
    Contributers:
    Peterson, Bruce (author)
    Format:
    Commentary
    Publication Date:
    2020-07-17
    Published:
    USA
    Location:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 201 Document Number: D11756
    Journal Title:
    Packer
    Notes:
    Online from publisher. 1 page., Consultant author identifies four trends he expects in retailing - in general and in food produce departments in particular.

    18. Consumers' evaluation of animal welfare labels on poultry products

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    Collection:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center (ACDC)
    Contributers:
    Powers, Rexanna (author), Li, Nan (author), Gibson, Courtney (author), Irlbeck, Erica (author), and Association for Communication Excellence (ACE)
    Format:
    Online journal article
    Publication Date:
    2020-02
    Published:
    United States: New Prairie Press
    Location:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 131 Document Number: D11300
    Journal Title:
    Journal of Applied Communications
    Journal Title Details:
    104(1)
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    18 pages., via online journal, As the public has expressed increasing concerns regarding the humane raising and handling of farm animals, the U.S. Department of Agriculture and industry organizations have developed a series of standards enforcing animal welfare in the poultry industry. Labels and value-added claims were created and defined to differentiate products and to inform consumers’ purchasing decisions. This study identified five labels related to animal welfare that are frequently found on food packages in the U.S. grocery stores, including both the mandatory labels and third-party, voluntary labels. Using a controlled online experiment (N=249), we examined the labels’ effects on consumers’ perception of humane treatment and purchasing tendencies toward egg products. Results showed that while most consumers lack knowledge regarding the labels’ meaning and certification standards, they rely on the labels with simplistic terms (e.g., "certified humane," "cage free") as heuristic cues to judge the ethical treatment of hens on the farm. However, the selected labels did not lead consumers to pay a higher premium for the labeled products. We discussed the implications for regulators, food marketers, and agricultural communicators.

    19. Misleading or informing? Examining the effects of labeling design on consumers' perception of gluten-free products and wheat safety

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    Collection:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center (ACDC)
    Contributers:
    Cantrell, Kimberly (author), Li, Nan (author), Meyers, Courtney (author), Akers, Cindy (author), and Association for Communication Excellence (ACE)
    Format:
    Online journal article
    Publication Date:
    2020-02
    Published:
    United States: New Prairie Press
    Location:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 131 Document Number: D11301
    Journal Title:
    Journal of Applied Communications
    Journal Title Details:
    104(1)
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    18 pages., via online journal, As food products marketed as “gluten-free” become increasingly popular, many consumers start to exclude sources of gluten (e.g., wheat, barley, and rye) from their diets for both medical and non-medical purposes. The grain industry is facing a growing challenge to (re)boost consumers’ confidence in the healthiness and safety of its commodities. Using 561 participants recruited from the Amazon Mechanical Turk workers’ panel, this study implemented a 2 (pretzels vs. potato chips) * 2 (positive- vs. negative- frame) * 2 (wheat image vs. no wheat image) experiment to examine the effects of gluten-free labels on consumers’ perceived healthiness and safety of wheat, perceived benefits of labeled products, and their evaluation of the shown labels. Results showed that consumers evaluate the gluten-free labels most positively when they appear on products that could have contained gluten. For products that are naturally gluten-free, adding a gluten-free label only decreased consumers’ confidence in such labels. The presence of gluten-free labels increased consumers’ perceived benefits of the labeled products when they do not contain any misleading information (e.g., image of a wheat head). However, some gluten-free labels could have negative impacts on consumers’ perceptions of the healthiness and safety of wheat. Overall, food producers and marketers might have undervalued consumers’ literacy and overestimated their susceptibility to marketing strategies. We discussed the implications for food marketers, regulators, and communicators.

    20. Dicamba faces court case, added state label restrictions for 2020

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    Collection:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center (ACDC)
    Contributers:
    Gullickson, Gil (author) and Successful Farming
    Format:
    Online news article
    Publication Date:
    2020-01-27
    Published:
    United States: Meredith Agrimedia, Meredith Corporation
    Location:
    Agricultural Communications Documentation Center, Funk Library, University of Illinois Box: 124 Document Number: D11234
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    4 pages, via news website Successful Farming