Global Green USA Pilots Recyclable Seafood Packaging

April 28, 2014 Global Green USA

Global Green USA released a video that documented a test of recyclable coated corrugated boxes for ice-packed seafood shipped through the summer heat of Louisiana at the New Orleans Fish House. The boxes were shipped to Baton Rouge to some of the New Orleans Fish House's more distant customers.

Cascades Launches A Line Of Sustainable Steak Papers

April 28, 2014 Cascades

Cascades has launched a full line of FDA compliant Steak Papers under the Cascades Enviro Kraft line to enhance the appearance of beef, pork, poultry, and seafood primarily inside of refrigerated display cases at Supermarkets, Butcher Shops, and Delicatessens. Made at the World Class East Angus mill near Montreal, QC, this paper is the only FSC ® certified 100% recycled Steak Paper available on the market.

Killer Virus Spreads Unchecked Through US Hog Belt, Pushing Pork To Record

Since June 2013 as many as 7 million pigs have died in the United States due to the virus, said Steve Meyer, president of Iowa-based Paragon Economics and consultant to the National Pork Board said. United States Department of Agriculture data showed the nation's hog herd at about 63 million as of March 1, 2014.

Wisconsin's Gordy's County Market Recalls Beef Wieners Due To Milk Allergen

Gordy’s County Market, located in Chippewa Falls, Wisconsin, is voluntarily recalling its Premium Homemade Beef Wieners, the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection announced. The product contains nonfat dry milk that was not listed in the ingredient statement on the label.

Baisch & Skinner Shares Their Mother's Day Marketing Guide

April 28, 2014 Baisch & Skinner

Need Help Promoting Mother's Day? Look no further than the tips below from The Society of American Florists and About Flowers Blog.