Year: 2011

Organic Prairie Signs Partnership With Lorentz Meats

December 27, 2011 Organic Valley

Organic Prairie, the brand of delicious organic meats produced by the same farmer-owned co-op as Organic Valley, today announced it has signed a partnership with Lorentz Meats, a family-owned meat market and processing plant with four decades of history in Cannon Falls, Minnesota and neighboring regions. The partnership will allow Organic Prairie to consolidate regional production, increase capacity and sustain its high standards of quality—from pasture-based feeding and humane animal treatment to delicious organic taste. …

Paul Pirozzola Joins Bettcher Industries

December 27, 2011 Bettcher Industries

Bettcher Industries, Inc. announces that Paul Pirozzola has joined the company as Vice President of Marketing. In this position, Pirozzola will be responsible for marketing strategy and execution, including product development and marketing communications pertaining to Bettcher Industries’ products and services across all market segments. …

Fresh Fruit Flows Through Gulfport Cargo Facility

December 27, 2011 Steve Phillips, WLOX

Fresh fruit from Central America is moving through Gulfport on its way to dinner tables across America. It's a perishable food "dream come true" for Mike Alise and his company, Gulf Coast International Cargo. …

Nash Produce Obtains GlobalGAP Certification, Expands Sales Team

December 27, 2011 Nash Produce

Nash Produce, one of the United States largest sweet potato processing facilities, has obtained their GlobalGAP certification and added to their sales team. The certification, received in early December ,was GlobalGAP version 4.0 which is the most recent standard.  Nash Produce is one of the first sweet potato packers to complete this new version.

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Avon Heights Mushrooms Recalls Fresh Spinach, Potential E. Coli 0157h Contamination

December 27, 2011 FDA

Avon Heights Mushrooms, in full cooperation with the FDA is recalling certain packages of fresh packaged spinach. The brands include Krisp Pak 1 Ooz bags, Better Brand 10oz.bags, and Avon Heights 4-2.51b bags. …