Family-Owned Orchard Grower Encourages Fruit Donations

December 17, 2009 Rob Patridge, Naumes Inc.

For every fresh fruit gift sold, the Naumes family, who own Naumes Inc., donate an equal amount of fruit to food banks to feed hungry families.

United Fresh Applauds House’s Immigration Reform Efforts

United Fresh President and CEO stays the organization is particularly pleased to see the includion of the AgJOBS legislation.

Meat May Be The Reason Humans Outlive Apes

Biologist Caleb Finch at the University of Southern California in Los Angeles has suggested that the reason humans enjoy a longer lifespan may be an evolutionary response to meat-rich diets.

Dutch Breeders Unveil New Chrysanthemum ‘Raisa’

This new chrysanthemum is billed as being able to withstand intense sun and high summer temperatures. In addition the flower has strong stems and sturdy leaves and can easily have a vase life of three weeks.

6 Tips To Consider When Buying Holiday Flowers

Floral arrangements for the holidays are a time honored tradition. These tips should help to make a professional floral designer out of any consumer this holiday season.