Butterball Teams Up With The American Heart Association

August 19, 2015 Butterball

Butterball today announced a sponsorship of the Triangle American Heart Association's My Heart. My Life. initiative. This sponsorship aligns the American Heart Association's mission with Butterball's corporate citizenship program, Traditions with Purpose, which reinforces the importance of nutritious eating and overall well-being, and places Butterball team members at the heart of the business. Butterball's support of the My Heart.

Variegated Tapioca – LSU AgCenter Ornamental Plant Of The Week

Variegated tapioca, also known as manihot, is a tropical plant that’s at home in Louisiana.

Michael Geary Resigns As AmericanHort President & CEO

August 19, 2015 AmericanHort

The AmericanHort Board of Directors today announced that Michael V. Geary, CAE tendered his resignation as President & CEO. Geary is leaving to serve as CEO of the Society for Marketing Professional Services, a Washington, DC-based organization dedicated to creating business opportunities in the architecture, engineering, and construction industries. He will remain on staff through September 30 and will assist with the transition process.

Syngenta Plans Divestment Of Flower Seeds Business

August 19, 2015 Syngenta

Syngenta announced today its intention to divest its premium Flowers seeds business from its Lawn and Garden operating unit.  Divestment would enable the new entity to play a leading role in the consolidation of the home gardening market, which is taking place in response to changes in the distribution and retail channels driven by shifts in consumer preferences.

US Cheese Market 2015-2019

August 19, 2015 Research and Markets

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Cheese Market in the US 2015-2019" report to their offering.