Christopher Ranch Earns Top Food Safety Scores

April 5, 2013 Christopher Ranch LLC

Christopher Ranch is pleased to report that it was awarded a Superior rating in a recent PrimusGFS audit, and the Ranch’s HACCP plan received a score of 100%.

Mango Volume Shipped Stable Compared To Projection

April 5, 2013 National Mango Board

Mango volume shipped on week ending 3/30/2013 was approximately 2,031,950 boxes representing 15% more than the previous week.

Novel Bulk Potato & Onion Retail Merchandising Program A Success

Custom-printed tote bags have been developed through a unique partnership between the United States Potato Board (USPB) and the National Onion Association (NOA). Urging shoppers to “Create Mealtime Magic”, these colorful totes include positive messaging for potatoes on one side and onions on the reverse, and each gusset features one of two different recipes prepared using both vegetables.

Maryland Oyster Season Ends, Many Call It A Success

Oyster season officially ends with the arrival of April 1, which is the start of blue crab season in Maryland. Many called this oyster season a success.

Study: Fish Consumers Open To Suggestions

A marketing study at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth has found that consumers are open-minded about trying new types of fish to allow recovery of fish stocks and prevent the disruption of fishing community economies.