BMJ Article Questions Scientific Rigor Of DGAC Recommendations

September 29, 2015 North American Meat Institute

The British Medical Journal (BMJ) published a new report by Nina Teicholz, author of The Big Fat Surprise, which questions the scientific rigor of studies used by the 2015 Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee (DGAC) and argues the DGAC reversed recent efforts by the government to strengthen the scientific review process.

New USDA Grading Module Available

September 29, 2015 The Beef Checkoff Program

The USDA meat grading system sets standards of quality and cutability (yield of edible meat) used in buying and selling of meat. As a voluntary program administered by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), the cost of the quality and yield grading program is borne by meat packers. Grading provides consumers an assurance that the product purchased conforms to an expected standard of palatability.

'FloraHolland House' At The FloraHolland Trade Fair Aalsmeer

September 29, 2015 FloraHolland

The FloraHolland Trade Fair takes place in Aalsmeer from Wednesday 4 to Friday 6 November 2015. This year, the 'FloraHolland House' is the place to meet and to discover the most striking novelties, and where visitors can view tomorrow's principal market and consumer trends and can consult the FloraHolland experts.

Homestead Purple Verbena Is A Louisiana Super Plant

September 29, 2015 Dan Gill, LSU AgCenter

Louisiana gardeners have long been familiar with verbenas. These generally low-growing plants produce clusters of showy flowers in a wide variety of colors. Homestead Purple verbena is considered one of the very best, and it has been selected as a Louisiana Super Plant for fall 2015.

Proven Winners Roadshow Fall 2015

September 29, 2015 Proven Winners

By working together, we can increase your profits and achieve success. The first step is for you to learn about our products and programs – and for us to learn about your business. Our Roadshow events provide those opportunities.