Kraft Heinz Recalls Ready-To-Eat Lunchables Ham & American Cracker Stackers

October 10, 2016 USDA FSIS

Kraft Heinz Company, a Fullerton, Calif. establishment, is recalling approximately 959 pounds of ready-to-eat “Lunchables Ham and American Cracker Stackers” packaged lunch products due to misbranding and undeclared allergens, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced today. The product contains wheat and soy, known allergens, which are not declared on the product label.

Bemis Introduces New Bio-Based Polymer Film For Lawn & Garden Market

October 10, 2016 Bemis Company, Inc.

Bemis Company, Inc. introduces a new bio-based polymer film for the Lawn & Garden market as part of an initiative to create alternate packaging material from renewable resources. The new Lawn & Garden package contains up to 90% plant sourced raw materials comprising 100% sugar cane derived polyethylene.

Fleuroselect's Home Garden Conference Puts Seed In The Spotlight

"Seed technology meets consumer marketing" was the central theme of Fleuroselect's 7th Home Gardening Conference that took place on 21-22 September in the Stuttgart area. No less than 80 participants from 11 countries attended the event which brings together the consumer seed packet industry and its suppliers.

'Gaulthier Pearl' Named Best Novelty

October 10, 2016 Plantipp B.V.

Gaultheria procumbens GAULTHIER PEARL® ('SpecGP11'PBR) has been named Best Novelty 2016 at GrootGroenPlus. The promising newcomer, bred by Special Plant Zundert and managed by Plantipp, wowed the expert jury with its unique pearly white berries. “A unique and very handsome variety with white fruits. Unique and innovating”, the KVBC judging report says.

Valley Lahvosh Baking Company Christmas Tree Lahvosh Crackers

Made with wholesome ingredients and oven-baked to crisp perfection, Valley Lahvosh Christmas Trees are the perfect carrier cracker for cheeses, dips, and spreads and add a festive touch to any holiday table. They are as nutritious as they are delicious: low fat, cholesterol-free, and trans fat-free.