Tyson Foods Names Animal Well-Being Advisory Panel

May 22, 2013 Tyson Foods, Inc.

As part of Tyson Foods' commitment to proper treatment of farm animals, today the company announced the formation of an independent Farm Animal Well-Being Advisory Panel. Members will serve as advisers to the Tyson FarmCheck program, a comprehensive initiative designed to ensure responsible care and overall well-being of farm animals.

Folsom, CA's Green Acres Nursery Expanding

Green Acres Nursery & Supply, which was able to combat challenging times within the industry during the economic woes, is actively looking for a site for a fourth store. Green Acres gets 65 percent of its business from retail customers and 35 percent from contractors.

FloraHolland Adapts To Meet Changes In The Sector

May 22, 2013 FloraHolland

The annual turnover of the Royal FloraHolland Flower Auction Cooperative for 2012 amounts to €4.4 billion. That is a slight growth of 3% compared to the previous year.

Trendy New Look For FleuroStar Contest

May 22, 2013 FleuroStar

With the FlowerTrials approaching, the FleuroStar Contest is gearing up for its fifth edition. Over thirty judges will visit the eight competition locations to choose the new winner. This year, no less than eight contestants are competing to succeed to Verbena Lanai Twister Red and to become the Winner with the Wow-effect for the 2013-2014 season.

Rogue Creamery Wins The SBA Director's Impact Award

May 22, 2013 Rogue Creamery

Rogue Creamery’s co-owners, David Gremmels and Cary Bryant, were presented the Small Business Administration Director’s Impact Award by Oregon Governor John Kitzhaber at the SBA Small Business Week Luncheon at the Portland Art Museum. Every spring, the SBA recognizes small businesses across the country during Small Business Week. 98 % of the employers in Oregon are small business owners, and these awards were created to recognize the hard work, commitment and perseverance of these owners.