Month: August 2014

The benefits of including pistachios in a healthy diet extend to adults with type 2 diabetes, according to a Pennsylvania State University study published online in the Journal of the American Heart Association. …

Brooks Tropicals, LLC of Homestead, FL is voluntarily issuing a limited recall of 401 boxes of fresh green skin avocados with a single Lot # 2610 because they may have the potential to be contaminated with Salmonella.  To our knowledge, no illnesses have been associated with this recall, but out of an abundance of caution a recall is being initiated. …

Hickory Harvest Foods recently received SQF Level 2 certification for its Akron manufacturing facility, one of the highest certifications of food safety in the industry.  This certification indicates that the Akron, Ohio based manufacturer of roasted and flavored nuts, trail mixes, imported dried fruits, and confections conforms to food safety standards set by the Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI). The audit was conducted by Silliker, an independent certification firm. …

Now in its fourth year, the ANEBERRIES International Congress returns on 20-22 August 2014, this time taking place in the historical city of Morelia, Michoacán. …

Three of the nation’s leading school nutrition advocates will keynote the September 9 luncheon at the United Fresh Washington Conference. The authorities from Mission: Readiness, a national security organization of more than 450 retired admirals and generals calling for smart investments in America’s children; the American Heart Association, an outspoken public health ally in advocating healthful school meals; and the National PTA, an ardent supporter of the new school meal standards, will underscore the urgent need to provide nutritious school meals – including fresh fruits and vegetables – to America’s kids. …