Lowes Foods Now Accepting Direct Sales From Local Farmers

When you shop for meat and vegetables at Lowes Foods, there’s a good chance the label will tell you if it came from a local farmer.

Ohio Packing Company Issues Statement On Closing Operations, Transitions Production To Blue Grass Quality Meats

March 27, 2014 Ohio Packing Company

"Ohio Packing Company would like to thank you for your business over the years. We have decided to close our Columbus, OH operations and are in the process of transitioning production of our Harvest, Family and Serv-Mor brands, as well as our private label business, to Blue Grass Quality Meats."

Pittsburgh City Council Passes Resolution On Antibiotics In Livestock

Pittsburgh City Council is among the first in the country to pass a resolution calling for federal legislation to rein in antibiotics use on factory farms.

The Michigan Floral Association Honors The Retailer Of The Year

The Michigan Floral Association has chosen Flowers from Sky's the Limit, Petoskey, MI, as the Retailer of the Year. The award was presented at the 2014 Great Lakes Floral Expo, held at the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel in Grand Rapids, MI. Shop owner Jackie Burrell plays a large role in planning the Expo and contributes her time and expertise in making the meeting a success.  Her willingness to always help in her community and in the floral industry has been a cornerstone of  her shop.

Accent Decor Named Supplier Of The Year At Great Lakes Floral Expo

Accent Decor, Norcross, GA, has been named Supplier of the Year by the Michigan Floral Association. The award was presented at the 2014 Great Lakes Floral Expo held at the Amway Plaza Hotel in Grand Rapids, MI.