19 Dutch Suppliers Form New ‘Horti Alliance’

January 25, 2011 Staff Reporter, Florint.org

As of January the 1st, 19 prominent Dutch horticultural suppliers have started working together in order to maximize the services they can offer to their customers. The coalition is going by the name of the Horti Alliance.

Yankee Candle New 2011 Fragrances & Products

January 25, 2011 Yankee Candle Company, Inc.

The Yankee Candle Company, Inc., the world’s largest manufacturer of premium scented candles, announced its new fragrances and products for 2011. These new offerings tap into the consumer’s desire to spend more time enjoying the simple things in life that provide an escape from the day to day routine.

IBISWorld Forecasts Valentine’s Day To Sweeten Retail Sales

January 25, 2011 IBISWorld, Inc.

After a strong winter holiday season, industry research firm IBISWorld expects Valentines Day to sweeten retail sales this year. Consumers are forecast to spend 5.8% more on Valentines Day purchases in 2011 than 2010, totaling $18.6 billion or about $125 per person.

Rockbridge County, VA Hungry For Beef Processing Facility

The Rockbridge County Board of Supervisors reacted favorably Monday to a proposal to locate a 40,000-square-foot beef processing plant there. At maximum capacity, perhaps two years after opening, the center would process 150 head per day to be distributed locally and beyond.

Butterball Donates Nearly 500 Pounds Of Turkey To Bread Basket Of Sanford

January 25, 2011 Butterball, LLC

Many Sanford families enjoyed fresh, wholesome food over the holidays, thanks in part to a charitable donation by Butterball, LLC. This holiday season, the nations largest turkey producer donated more than 450 pounds of turkey to The Bread Basket of Sanford, to help provide meals for individuals throughout the community.