NY Firm Recalls Sausage Due To Misbranding & Undeclared Allergen

August 7, 2014 USDA FSIS

Zemco Industries Inc., a Buffalo, NY, establishment, is recalling approximately 106,800 pounds of smoked sausage due to misbranding and an undeclared allergen, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The product contains soy, a known allergen that is not declared on the label of the product.

AFE Memorial Tribute Established For Jack Giles

A memorial tribute honoring the late John “Jack” B. Giles of Huddart Floral Company in Salt Lake City has been established within the American Floral Endowment (AFE) by his family.

SAF Members Elect Eight To Serve On Association Councils

The members of the Society of American Florists (SAF) have elected eight members to positions on its Retailers, Wholesalers and Growers Councils. New council members begin their terms at the close of SAF Marco Island 2014, SAF's 130th Annual Convention, Aug. 13-16 in Marco Island, Fla. Results of the SAF board elections, which take place during the annual convention and via absentee ballot, will be announced on Aug. 16 at the association’s Annual Business Meeting during SAF Marco Island 2014.

Kennicott Brothers & Mariano's Bring Passion Roses To Boomers Stadium Aug. 14

On August 14, the first 1000 women who enter the Schaumburg Boomers Stadium will receive a free single-stem rose, complements of the well-known supermarket chain, Mariano’s.  Dubbed the “Halfway to Valentine’s Day” promotion, this event is more than a means of promoting flowers with Minor League baseball fans – it is representative of Mariano’s involvement with their community, and the quality of their floral offerings.

Rogue Creamery Wins Gold Medal At 2014 ACS Competition

August 7, 2014 Rogue Creamery

At the 30th Annual American Cheese Society Judging and Competition in Sacramento, Rogue Creamery captured the 1st Place Award in the Mixed Milk Cheddar Category for its Mount Mazama Cheddar Cheese .It is a unique blend of certified sustainable cow and goat’s milk. Rogue Creamery has been recognized with over 100 international and national awards for their cheeses. ACS is the largest cheese competition in North America, and is often referred to as the “Academy Awards of Cheese“.