Cornell Dining Becomes First Ivy League University To Earn MSC Certification

Cornell University chalks up another first today by becoming the first Ivy League university to obtain the Marine Stewardship Council’s (MSC) Chain of Custody certification, enabling their on-campus food service operation to serve MSC certified sustainable seafood to its students, faculty, staff, and guests.

Emmi-Roth USA Will Invest $43 Million On Cheese Plant In Platteville, Wisconsin

With Emmi Roth’s construction of a new artisanal cheese plant in Platteville underway, the Wisconsin Economic Development Corporation (WEDC) today announced it is providing the company up to $500,000 in tax credits and a $600,000 loan to assist in the expansion. The company is expected to employ about 32 people, with a possible expansion to as many as 60 full-time positions.

Des Peres Schnucks Welcomes Local Artisan Cured Meats Company

July 19, 2012 Schnuck Markets, Inc.

Always looking for opportunities to provide customers the freshest and highest quality offerings available, Schnuck Markets, Inc. is teaming with St. Louis-based artisan charcuterie Salume Beddu (Italian for “beautiful cured meat”) to offer a line of more than one dozen products and condiments at Schnucks Des Peres (12332 Manchester Road).

New DipnSpread From Rising Sun Farms: Thai Cilantro & Lime

July 19, 2012 Rising Sun Farms

Rising Sun Farms introduces a new flavor addition to its award-winning, all-natural DipnSpread line: Thai Cilantro & Lime. Created to meet the growing demand for unique flavor profiles, Thai Cilantro & Lime brings together the flavors of lemongrass, lime, cilantro and fresh ginger with a dash of coconut milk in a base of cream cheese. The resulting harmony of Thai-inspired flavors is unlike any other dip or spread on the market.

Peruvian Asparagus Importer’s Association Launches 2012/2013 Fresh Peruvian Asparagus Season

Helping promote retail sales in the new economy is a primary focus of the Peruvian Asparagus Importer’s Association (PAIA) as importers begin the 2012/2013 season. PAIA importers are partnering with retailers and discussing strategies for promotions for the upcoming summer season.