Poultry Quarterly Q1 2018—Promising Outlook But Rising AI Concerns Require Supply Growth Discipline

January 12, 2018 Rabobank

The outlook for the global poultry industry in 2018 is promising, with relatively positive fundamentals. But a disciplined supply growth strategy will be needed, especially as uncertainties are rising—such as the possible return of avian influenza (AI) during the northern hemisphere winter and a rising supply of competitive meat proteins like pork and beef.

Hormel Foods Launches Hormel Always Tender Dry Seasoned Loin Filets

January 12, 2018 Hormel Foods

Available in three distinct flavors – Greek Inspired, Herb, and Sun-Dried Tomato – the dry seasoned loin filets are an extension of the brand's existing marinated Hormel® Always Tender® products.

Michigan State University Extension Offers Marketing Boot Camp Feb. 28, 2018

During this day-long workshop, Dr. Bridget Behe, Michigan State University professor of horticulture, will discuss all aspects of marketing products at your retail garden center. Topics that will be discussed include how to understand your current customer base, customer behaviors while shopping, your pricing strategy, how to design effective displays, and much more. This workshop is ideal for any manager, grower, retailer or any front-line employee. Please bring your businesses’ mission statement and the hardest item you sell (or a photo of it).

AFE: Attracting Millennial Consumers To Local Florists

January 12, 2018 American Floral Endowment

By understanding millennials' preferences and shopping behavior, floral stakeholders can be better informed about where millennial consumers prefer to purchase floral products and how to attract them to local florists.

The Flower Fields At Carlsbad Ranch Comes To Life

Jump into 50 “Acres of Awesome” starting March 1 when vibrant Tecolote Ranunculus flowers adorn the rolling hillsides of The Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch®.