EU Pushes Back On US Move Concerning Beef Trade

December 28, 2016 Len Bracken, Bloomberg BNA

The European Union pushed back Dec. 23 against the initial move by the Obama administration to reinstate tariffs tied to the EU ban on hormone-treated beef.

Costco Now Wants Bigger, Costlier Chicken Plant In Fremont

The cost and size of Costco’s planned chicken processing plant in Fremont have grown since the city approved a redevelopment plan with the retailer in July.

Smithfield Announces 'Hog Wild Throwdown' Sweepstakes Winner

December 28, 2016 Smithfield Foods

Smithfield is thrilled to announce Christine McKinnon of Minnetonka, Minn. as the grand prize winner of the Hog Wild Throwdown sweepstakes. McKinnon was selected randomly out of 58,344 total sweepstakes entries to drive home the “ultimate pig-rig,” a brand new Ford F-150 XL pickup truck, $2,000 cash, and a $500 gift card to Jerry’s Foods.

Rose Society Of South Australia's Rose Of The Month: 'Julischka'

This unusual modern floribunda rose produces large, good quality, cluster flowered heads on strong stems creating a colourful garden display. The bright scarlet red blooms are semi-double with about 20 wavy petals, prominent yellow stamens and a mild floral fragrance.

Humboldt Flower Growers Donate To Float In 2017 Rose Parade

December 28, 2016 Manny Araujo, Times Standard

Flowers grown in Arcata will be on display as people nationwide tune in to celebrate the new year during the 2017 Tournament of Roses Parade.