• McDonald’s pleaded with a judge to dismiss a suit that is aimed at banning Happy Meals. The fast food giant claims the lawsuit would “spawn a host of other problematic legal proceedings.” [Crain’s]
• The Chinese are simply nuts for pecans, and that’s been pushing up prices for U.S. growers. [WSJ]
• Fat profits: Beverages are the most lucrative menu item for fast-food outlets, but beware the calories in upcoming summer drinks like the Dunkin’ Donuts Mountain Dew Coolatta. [USAT]
• There’s a burgeoning industry for recycling lobster shells, including one company making biodegradable golf balls out of them. [USAT]