Northwest Farmers Join Forces With Fred Meyer To Fight Hunger In June

Northwest farmers will fight hunger throughout June Dairy Month. The goal is to raise $100,000 and 100,000 pounds of food in partnership with Fred Meyer stores to benefit Oregon Food Bank, Food Lifeline, and Second Harvest.

NMPF & IDFA Criticize NV Raw Milk Bill, Urge Veto Of Legislation

Two national dairy organizations are urging Nevada Governor Brian Sandoval to veto legislation that would allow the sales of raw milk directly to consumers, arguing that the food safety risks of the measure represent too great a gamble with the public’s health.

Local Grain Economy – Where Researchers Come In

In the first post of The Root's "Local Grain Economy" series we focused on the farmers. This week we are looking at the scientists whose research the farmers, bakers, and millers involved in reestablishing a local grain economy in Maine and Vermont, are acutely tuned into.

Tia's Bakery Gluten Free Desserts, From Kitchen To National Distribution In Less Than 16 Months

May 30, 2013 Tia’s Bakery

Customers seeking out delicious gluten free desserts and snacks are finding their way to TIA’S BAKERY. The first individually sized, agave sweetened, gluten free cakes were introduced by TIA’S BAKERY in 2009. Available at your local Whole Foods and many independent grocers across the country, TIA’S BAKERY products have a taste and texture that is indistinguishable from traditionally made wheat desserts.

Pastry Live 2013 – Pastry Atlanta, The National Showpiece Championship & More

May 30, 2013 Pastry Live

Now in its third year, Pastry Live will once again bring to Atlanta a taste of the industry’s top pastry talents. To be held August 25th, 26th and 27th, leading pastry artists will share invaluable techniques, while veteran chefs and rising stars contend in fierce competitions. Seminar attendees will get to experience incredible airbrushing, mouthwatering candies, ornate sugar-work, elaborate cake artistry and more.