Poultry Reigns As A Top Mississippi Commodity

Poultry again took the top spot among Mississippi’s agricultural commodities for 2012, with a preliminary estimated value of $2.5 billion.

Natural & Organic Products Focus Of Meat & Poultry Research Conference Scheduled For 2013 IPPE

As part of the 2013 International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) education schedule, the Meat and Poultry Research Conference will focus on the new economic reality presented by natural and organic products, addressing topics from regulatory and animal management challenges to processing and ingredients issues. The registration fee for the program is $150 for all Expo attendees.

Tyson Announces Return Of The 30 Days, 30 Ways, 30 Rewards Program

January 2, 2013 Tyson Foods, Inc.

Back for the second year, Tyson Foods, makers of Tyson® Grilled & Ready® chicken and beef products, is kicking-off 2013 with the 30 Days, 30 Ways, 30 Rewards Program to empower users to make and stick to their smart-eating resolutions. Teaming up with Tyson Foods again, guilt-free food expert Hungry Girl Lisa Lillien will bring meal ideas – all under 400 calories per serving – and expert advice to users daily through the click of a mouse. Starting January 1, users can visit Facebook.com/GrilledAndReady, and each day, a new recipe, tip and prize will be revealed to provide participants with fresh ideas and inspiration.

Flower Marketing For 2013

Here we go on another trip around the sun. In the flower industry the sun plays a larger role than in most industries, so we are especially glad to see the New Year arrive and now we can start moving toward Valentine’s Day, Women’s Day, Mother’s Day and longer days in general.

MPS Takes First Step Towards International Board

January 2, 2013 MPS

By appointing Jan Roelofs as a new board member, MPS took the first step towards an international board on Wednesday 28 November. MPS is taking this path following on from its collaboration with the FFP association and as a result of the increasing demand for MPS certificates abroad. Jan Roelofs will promote the interests of German flower and plant trade on the board.