Avocado-Fed Pork? Why Animal Feed Is Going Gourmet

Using their own 1950s-era mill, farmers are combining peanuts, peanut hay, and oats to boost the animals' protein intake and overall health — especially important because they raise their animals without antibiotics. The resulting meat has a delicate, nutty flavor that has helped them attract a loyal customer base willing to pay a higher price for the meat.

UK Retailer Sainsbury's Commits To 100% British Pork

Sainsbury's has launched a commitment to sell 100% fresh British pork, a move that will be rolled out across all stores by July 10.

Historic Columbia Packing Co. Reopens South Dallas Meatpacking Plant

A state district court judge today approved an agreement between the City of Dallas and the owners of a historic Dallas meatpacking company, allowing the business to reopen after being closed for more than a year.

GTIN & VBN Codes

Printed pots are an important tool in modern plant marketing. They do not only attract the costumer’s attention but further have the advantage of being a communication channel. One very important product identification that shouldn’t be missing is the GTIN (Global Trade Item Number; former EAN =European Article Number).

Research Shows: MPS Certificates Offer The Best Access To The International Market

July 3, 2013 MPS

In a recently published report, the research bureau RIRDC recommended that the Australian government opts for the MPS certification scheme in combination with Fair Flowers Fair Plants. With this independent research, the Australian government hopes to help growers and exporters in their choice of a sustainability label. According to MPS Director Theo de Groot, "Certification is a 'must' in order to continue to play a meaningful role in the international floriculture market'.