New Video Examines Myths About Sodium In Processed Meat Products

February 26, 2014 American Meat Institute (AMI)

Reducing sodium is a priority for the food industry, but sodium reduction efforts are far more complex than simply adding less salt, particularly when it comes to processed meat products where salt plays a role not just in taste, but in texture and safety. In a new Meat MythCrusher video, Jeff Sindelar, Ph.D., associate professor at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, addresses the common myths that sodium is easily reduced and explains the various roles it plays in processed meat products.

Sun Valley Group: Guest Perspective On Women's Day 2014

February 26, 2014 Sun Valley Group's Flower Talk

In preparation for Women's Day, fellow team member Robin Baker wrote a guest blog post for Flower Talk. Enjoy her perspective on this holiday, which is coming up Saturday, March 8th.

An American Grown State Dinner – Featuring America's Cut Flower Industry

Last week, President and Mrs. Obama hosted France’s President, Francois Hollande for a State Dinner on the South Lawn of the White House. State Dinners are a way to celebrate U.S. relations with international friends and allies.  Past dinners at the White House during the Obama Administration have hosted visiting heads of state from nations including India, Mexico, China, Germany, and Great Britain.  In many ways, these events are an opportunity to demonstrate and celebrate for invited guests and the world, the cultural and culinary heritages of our country.

Suntory Flowers Showcases Top Performing Plants At Philadelphia Flower Show

February 26, 2014 Suntory Flowers

Suntory Flowers will be working alongside America in Bloom (AIB) to spotlight its beautiful blooms at the most prestigious, largest, and oldest flower show in the country, the Philadelphia Flower Show.

Belle Chevre Creamery To Open Downtown Huntsville, AL Location In May

February 26, 2014 Lucy Berry, AL.com

The award-winning goat cheese produced in rural Limestone County that has made headlines across the U.S. and world will make its debut in downtown Huntsville this spring.