Make 2012 The Year Of The Potato In Retail Stores

The service deli and prepared foods department makes a strong statement to shoppers about a food retailer’s commitment to quality and freshness. However, it can also be an important ally to the produce department’s desire to sell more fresh potatoes!

Kettle Cuisine Helps Customers Satisfy Increased Consumer Demand For Vegan & Whole Grain Meal Options

March 23, 2012 Kettle Cuisine

With a continuous eye towards evolving consumer preferences, Kettle Cuisine is launching two new varieties of soup to help their customers satisfy the resurging demand for vegan soups and meals that incorporate whole grains.

Plant & Flower Growing In The US Industry Market Research Report

March 23, 2012 IBISWorld

The Plant and Flower Growing industry has fared poorly in the past five years. The influx of cheap-cut flower imports from Colombia has had a staggering effect on domestic farmers, decreasing revenue at an average annual rate of 4.2% over the five years to 2012. IBISWorld expects revenue to total $13.5 billion by the end of 2012.

Stew Leonard's Garden Centers Announce Free Saturday Morning Workshop Schedule

March 23, 2012 Stew Leonard's

Beginning April 21, 2012, Stew Leonard’s Garden Centers are offering free Saturday morning workshops at their Danbury and Norwalk, Conn. and Yonkers, N.Y. locations. During each one-hour workshop, attendees will learn about lawn and gardening techniques and trends from a Stew Leonard’s gardening expert and receive handouts on the topic at hand for home reference.

Costa Farms Tropic Escape Hibiscus Collection Brings Tropics To Every Home

March 23, 2012 Costa Farms

Consumers looking for an escape to a tropical paradise can find it this spring at retailers nationwide with the launch of Costa Farms’ new Tropic Escape Hibiscus collection.