Month: April 2012

The Avengers Shares Behind-The-Scenes Access With One Land O'Frost Consumer

April 19, 2012 Land O'Frost

Land O'Frost, the nation's largest family-owned packaged lunch meat company, teams up with Marvel for its most highly-anticipated film of all time, "Marvel's The Avengers," to offer one lucky consumer exclusive behind-the-scenes access to the Marvel offices in New York City. Based on the ever-popular Marvel comic book series, "The Avengers," this ultimate Super Hero team-up brings America's favorite heroes together on the big screen for the first time ever to defend global security, and Land O'Frost is making it possible for consumers to get in on the action in a way that no other fan will experience. …

Peppadew Fresh To Offer U.S.-Grown Peppadew Goldew Fruit

April 19, 2012 Peppadew Fresh LLC

A new U.S. agribusiness begins this year in New Jersey, as Peppadew Fresh LLC will grow Peppadew® Goldew fruit on its farm in Morganville, NJ. Peppadew® Goldew fruit are part of the unique Peppadew® family of pepper products. Discovered growing wild in South Africa about 15 years ago, Peppadew® fruit are known across the globe for their special flavor – sweet and tangy, with just a touch of heat. The peppers have been grown and processed in South Africa.

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Johnsonville Sausage Introduces Four Varieties Of Fully Cooked Sausage

April 19, 2012 Johnsonville Sausage, LLC

Johnsonville Sausage has announced it has introduced four varieties of Premium Fully Cooked Sausage, now available at retailers nationwide. This new cooking sausage is available in Andouille, Polish Kielbasa, Smoked and Three Cheese Italian Style. …

New Survey Finds Americans In Need Of Pork Chop Inspiration

April 19, 2012 The National Pork Board

Pork plays a central role in so many of our celebrations–it's hard to imagine BBQ season without a slab of baby back ribs or Easter brunch without a ham — but it's the adaptable pork chop that can be a dinnertime star 365 days a year. Though this popular cut from the loin is one of the most versatile in the meat case, the new "However You Chop It" survey(1) revealed that only about one in five Americans truly realizes the potential of this endlessly inspiring option. …

The Beef Checkoff Helped Boston Fuel-Up For The Finish

April 19, 2012 The Beef Checkoff Program

During the three days leading up to the 116th Boston Marathon, the beef checkoff made sure that the runners were well equipped with fuel for the finish. Runners and their families came to the Sport & Fitness Expo to pick up their numbers and registration packets; an estimated 85,000 health conscious athletes attended the expo over the three days. And, this venue provided the perfect opportunity to speak with the world’s most elite runners about lean beef as a great source of protein. …