Applegate®, the nation's leading natural and organic meat brand, announced that Chief Executive Officer Kerry Collins will transition to the role of CEO emeritus, and Chief Operating Officer Steven J. Lykken will assume the position of president. Applegate Farms, LLC (Applegate) is a stand-alone subsidiary of Hormel Foods Corporation. …
New consumer research shows that most consumers look for "Natural" labels when they shop for groceries. However, fewer than half of those consumers trust "Natural" label claims on food products. The Truthful Labeling Coalition (TLC) is releasing a new consumer study confirming that almost 3 in 4 consumers believe that fresh chicken labeled "Natural" should not be pumped with added saltwater and seaweed extract solutions. …
Members of the International Association of Horticultural Producers (AIPH) have expressed their sadness at the news that their former President, Dr. Doeke Faber, has passed away this week. …
AmericanHort announces the election of officers and three new members of the board of directors. Terri Cantwell of Bates Sons & Daughters in Lake Placid, Florida, was selected Chair of the Board of Directors, and Tom Demaline of Willoway Nurseries in Avon, Ohio was elected the Vice Chair. Dale Deppe of Spring Meadow Nursery in Grand Haven, Michigan will become the Immediate Past Chair. …
Flowers grown in Valley Center were featured on the Miracle-Gro float in the Tournament of Roses Parade on New Year’s Day. The float won the Governor’s Award, one of the biggest trophies of the parade. The protea were grown by Bill Boyett, vice president of the VC History Museum, who was in Pasadena for the event. …
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