Eye On Marketers

The Access to Nutrition Index report, which rates the nutrition commitments and performance of the world's biggest food and beverage companies as measured against international guidelines and norms, said industry must do more to make healthy products affordable, available and appealing to consumers.

McDonald's, along with other brands, is struggling to reach the highly influential population of Millennials, who, according to a recent survey, do not rank McDonald's among their top 10 chain restaurants. To more effectively target this generation, McDonald's is launching the "McWrap." Other companies target Millennials using digital media, corporate social responsibility campaigns, and higher quality ingredients.

The Academy of Country Music is hosting its 2nd annual free 3-day event for country music fans. Dr Pepper will sponsor the red carpet event with free samples, while the Kraft Country Kitchen will offer 13 food vendors and a picnic area with the Oscar Meyer Weinermobile.

In a statement, the Food Marketing Institute and the National Grocers' Association offered their support for regulation that would ensure that the proposed Menu Labeling Law applies only to restaurants, and not to food retailers (such as grocery stores).