Month: December 2013

John Morrell Makes Donations To Food Banks In Utah & North Dakota

December 17, 2013 Smithfield Foods

John Morrell Food Group has localized its commitment to fighting hunger in Utah. Together with Associated Food Stores, the company made a donation of 5,000 pounds of John Morrell ham to Utah Food Bank. John Morrell Food Group's work to fight hunger also reached North Dakota. Together with Hugo's, the company donated 5,000 pounds of John Morrell ham today to the Great Plains Food Bank, a program of Lutheran Social Services of North Dakota. …

Green Circle Growers & MPS; Partners In Sustainability

December 17, 2013 MPS

Green Circle Growers is a family-owned company in Oberlin, Ohio, established in 1968 with a total of 105 acres of indoor growing space and 35 acres of outdoor growing space. With 25 acres of dedicated orchid production, Green Circle Growers is the largest orchid producer in the United States utilizing a full line of automation based on European production methods. …

AIPH Welcomes New Canadian Bill In Support Of Plant Breeders Rights

December 17, 2013 International Association of Horticultural Producers

On December 9 the Government of Canada introduced a new bill that will stimulate investment and innovation in Canada's agricultural and horticultural sectors and give Canadian farmers, breeders and growers more tools to compete and thrive in world markets and at home. …

Delaware Valley Floral Group To Acquire Certain Assets Of Adam P. Zamis & Sons

December 17, 2013 Delaware Valley Floral Group

The Delaware Valley Floral Group (DVFG) has completed a Letter of Intent with Adam P. Zamis & Sons Wholesale Florist, located in Worcester, Massachusetts. DVFG will acquire certain assets of their company and complete the asset purchase agreement on December 16, 2013.  Zamis & Sons has been a leading wholesale florist in New England for over 70 years.  The business will be consolidated into Delaware Valley Wholesale Florist (DVFlora), a division of DVFG. …

2013 Canadian Cheese Grand Prix Winners Bring Holiday Cheer To Meals & Gifts

December 17, 2013 Dairy Farmers of Canada (Marketing)

Canadians looking for the perfect way to enhance meals and gift-giving this holiday season need look no further than Canadian cheese, known around the world for its high quality, versatility and great taste. To help create the perfect holiday experience, the elves at Dairy Farmers of Canada have just released more than 20 mouthwatering recipes featuring 2013 Canadian Cheese Grand Prix category winners that are guaranteed to delight food-loving friends and family. …