America Trades Produce Conference Coming To Arizona In March

From analyzing the essential steps to creating a 21stcentury U.S./Mexico border to surviving the food safety tsunami to touring the shiny new Mariposa port-of-entry, the second annual America Trades Produce Conference March 21-23 in Nogales is a can’t-miss event.

Green Valley Food Recalls Alfalfa Sprouts, Possible Salmonella Contamination

December 27, 2011 FDA

Green Valley Food Corp. of Dallas, Texas is recalling a grand total of 6,723 cases because of a “Let’s Grow Healthy Together!” Alfalfa Sprouts 5 oz. container test result showed to be contaminated with Salmonella.

Publix Eyes Distribution Facility Near Orlando Airport

December 22, 2011 Kyle Kennedy, Lakeland Ledger

Publix Super Markets Inc. is considering a massive distribution center project for Orlando. Company officials are seeking a brownfield designation from the City of Orlando for a piece of property the grocer owns near the Beachline Expressway off Goldenrod Road.

Golub, Shoprite Seek To Settle Lawsuit

Dueling supermarket chains in the Capital Region are in talks to settle a lawsuit over trademark infringement allegations. Attorneys for Schenectady-based Golub Corp., owner of the Price Chopper chain, advised a federal judge of the development in a letter filed Dec. 16.

Seattle Officials Ban Single-Use Plastic Bags

The Seattle City Council voted Monday to ban single-use plastic bags from groceries and other retail stores, joining a growing trend among cities that embrace green values.