Did You Know.. Are You A Brand Conscious Consumer?

November 3, 2015 Certified Angus Beef Brand

In 1999, prominent Purdue economist Michael Boehlje said the “new agriculture” in the 21st century would include a focus on differentiated, branded production. At the time, most ag commodities were sold unbranded. Are we making progress? There’s evidence that says we are, especially in the beef sector.

'Meat Your Beef' With New England Retailers

November 3, 2015 The Beef Checkoff Program

The beef checkoff’s Northeast Beef Promotion Initiative hosted a “Meat Your Beef” channel influencer immersion event in Massachusetts on Oct. 27 for the corporate staff at C & S Wholesale Grocers, as well as meat department staff from a variety of independently owned and operated retail markets located in New England.

MPS Introduces Trade Portal For Reliable Grower's Information

November 3, 2015 MPS

MPS meets the wishes of the entire flower and plant sector to offer reliable grower’s information. With the MPS-Trade portal a system has been developed where certificate overviews can be shown per grower. Traders can create a ‘favourites’ group in order to see changes in certification at once. In order to offer up-to-date information traders can present themselves from now on as an exclusive Affiliate Member of MPS.

Bob Friese Inducted Into Michigan Floral Foundation's Hall Of Fame

Bob Friese, AIFD, CFD, has been inducted into the Michigan Floral Foundation's Hall of Fame. The well known floral industry figure was honored at a dinner, held at Michigan State University in East Lansing, Michigan. The event, supported by corporate sponsor Teleflora, was highlighted by "Stories of Bob" from guests and friends.

Innovation Earns Danziger Four Variety Awards At Proflora

November 3, 2015 Danziger

Danziger is proud to announce that its varieties earned four awards at the recent Proflora exhibition. Danziger selections were recognized in two breeder contest categories, other species and spray chrysanthemum.