RedLine Solutions Debuts Value Modules, Investment Protection Solutions
RedLine Solutions, the leader in inventory and traceability solutions, has announced new Value Modules with pricing models that include investment protection. …
Month: October 2012
USDA Announces Mushroom Council Appointments
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has appointed three producers to serve on the Mushroom Council. …
Benefits Versus Risk Of Eating Fruit & Vegetables
A new study estimates 20,000 cancer cases per year could be prevented in the United States if half of the US population increased its fruit and vegetable consumption by just one serving each per day. In contrast, the study also examined the potential relationship between pesticide residues and cancer, and calculated that an upper-bound estimate of 10 cases (i.e. likely over-estimated) or less per year could be the result of residue. …
NMB's Annual Mango Industry Reception To Be Held During PMA Fresh Summit
The National Mango Board (NMB) will host their annual networking and outreach event for the mango industry on Saturday, Oct. 27, 2012, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Anaheim Marriott Hotel at 700 West Convention Way, Anaheim, CA. The Fresh Produce Association of the Americas (FPAA) is also a proud host of the event. …
Earthcycle Launches Compostable Packaging With Increased Water Resistance
After one year of extensive research, Canada’s largest sustainable packaging company, Earthcycle, is unveiling its improved water-resistant packaging as part of its long line of certified home compostable, recyclable and renewable products. The new highly refined palm pulp formula means retailers, growers and re-packers across North America can now take advantage of Earthcycle’s new packaging for high-moisture produce, especially mushrooms. …
