Illinois State Florists Association (ISFA) Spring Conference, Mar. 8-10

February 14, 2013 Baisch & Skinner

Prepare Yourself for a trip to Wonderland! The 2013 ISFA Spring Conference will be held in Springfield, Illinois March 8-10, 2013. Don't miss a full day hands on class with Gregor Lersch, design shows, floral competitions, grants, and much more!

Proven Winners Announces Largest Consumer Advertising Campaign Ever

February 14, 2013 Proven Winners

Proven Winners and Proven Winners® ColorChoice® are kicking off the largest consumer campaign in the history of the company. Print, radio, celebrity sponsorships and online components have all been selected and timed to drive gardeners into retail garden centers this spring. The television campaign will run later in the spring and has not yet been finalized. A combined investment of nearly $4.5 million dollars is more than the companies have ever spent before–and they want growers and retailers to know how they are putting their marketing fees to work.

Gorham Paper And Tissue Adds 25% Wet Strength & Color To Packaging Papers

February 14, 2013 Gorham Paper and Tissue

Gorham announces expanded capability to make packaging papers with up to 25% wet strength, color and grease resistance, adding innovative functionality for demanding Quick Service Restaurant (QSR) and food applications.

Swiss Cheese Exports Dented By Price War

February 14, 2013 Malcolm Curtis, The Local

Cheese sales abroad rose 3.7 percent last year from 2011, although exports of standard bearers Appenzeller and Gruyère dipped, Switzerland Cheese Marketing said on Friday. The Swiss cheese industry had to contend with a price war, in addition to the strong franc, which makes products from Switzerland more expensive in foreign countries, said Manuela Sonderegger, spokeswoman for Swiss Cheese Marketing in Bern.

Chef Ted Allen & Buitoni Cook Up A Delicious Date Night-In

February 14, 2013 Nestle Buitoni

Valentine's Day is synonymous with romance, fine dining, wine and the one you love. But do you really need to leave the house on Valentine's night – or any Date Night – to enjoy a perfect evening together? Buitoni®, the maker of refrigerated pastas and sauces, invites everyone to be inspired and re-think Date Night by entering the BUITONI Date Night-In Sweepstakes now at www.facebook.com/BuitoniUSA.