USDA Raises 2014 Beef, Pork Retail Price Forecast On Drought, Disease
Retail prices for many U.S. meats, already at record highs, continue to increase on a combination of drought and disease, the U.S. Department of Agriculture said on Monday. …
Month: August 2014
Strong Early Results For Beef Checkoff Digital Campaign
Millennials initiate more than 5 million online food-related searches each day. What a tremendous opportunity for the beef checkoff’s consumer digital advertising campaign. And just 12 weeks into the new campaign, the results are impressive indeed! …
Five New AFE Named Funds Raise More Than $800,000 In Contributions
Five new named funds were announced at the American Floral Endowment (AFE) Annual Fundraising Dinner on Aug. 14. Establishing a named fund is a way to show your support of the industry and leave a lasting tribute to the floral industry for years to come. These funds join with seven other named funds created since 2011. …
More Than 250 Industry Members Support AFE At 2014 Fundraising Dinner
The American Floral Endowment's Annual Fundraising Dinner on Aug. 14 was blooming with excitement, including industry updates, the announcement of five new named funds, donor recognitions, the passing of the gavel and more. The dinner, attended by more than 250 industry members, was held in conjunction with the Society of American Florists' Annual Convention in Marco Island, Fla. …
How To Make Cut Flowers Last Longer? Study Claims A Touch Of Silver
Once cut and dunked in a vase of water, flowers are susceptible to bacterial growth that shortens the length of time one has to enjoy the blooms. A few silver nanoparticles sprinkled into the water, might be the answer to longer-lasting cut flowers according to research published in the International Journal of Postharvest Technology and Innovation. …
