Flower Farmer Benno Dobbe Helps Formation Of Cut Flower Caucus

A coalition of American flower farmers recently traveled to Washington, D.C., to participate in a historic moment in U.S. floriculture history.

Cheese Production In The US Industry Market Research Report Now Available From IBISWorld

March 13, 2014 IBISWorld

The Cheese Production industry has experienced sharp growth in recent years. As the consumption of milk and other dairy products declines, more consumers have switched to eating cheese, and per capita cheese consumption has increased. In addition, coming off a low in 2009, disposable income has increased, leading consumers to eat out more often and sparking demand from restaurants and bars, which comprises the industry's largest market. These increasing consumption trends have contributed to Cheese Production industry growth at an annualized rate of 7.4% to $47.8 billion in the five years to 2014, including 0.4% growth in 2014.

Tito's Specialty Foods, Now At Henderson County Farmers Market

March 13, 2014 Tito’s Specialty Foods

The Henderson County Tailgate Market gave approval for Tito’s specialty foods to now sell their fresh local products at the farmers market.  “We’re really excited to be in the counties oldest running farmers market.  Hendersonville is our home and we’re proud to be there and serve the community as part of this market”, enthused Mike Vitelli, Production Manager of Tito’s Specialty foods.

Roos Foods Has History Of Problems, Shut Down By FDA

A specialty cheese and sour cream plant in Kenton that was shut down this week by the Food and Drug Administration had been flagged repeatedly for health violations by both state and federal inspectors in recent years, public records show.

Yoplait Go-GURT Celebrates The Muppets' World Tour In Disney's Muppets Most Wanted

March 13, 2014 Yoplait

Yoplait Go-GURT® yogurt is celebrating the Muppets and their new movie, Disney's "Muppets Most Wanted," in which the Muppets go on a global tour, selling out grand theaters in some of Europe's most exciting destinations. Now through April, each package of specially marked 8 and 16-count Go-GURT features different Muppets from the movie. Find wacky Muppets fun with Miss Piggy, Kermit the Frog, Fozzie Bear, Gonzo the Great, Animal, Dr. Bunsen Honeydew, Rowlf the Dog and Swedish Chef on every single tube! Wocka! Wocka! "Muppets Most Wanted" hits theatres March 21, 2014.