The Sun Valley Group’s Lane DeVries Issues Announcement on Growing Operations

May 21, 2020 Sun Valley Group

“The COVID-19 Pandemic has caused unprecedented devastation in the floral industry and has also affected our company in many ways. These extraordinary conditions have necessitated us to look at ways to find a sustainable path forward.”

Specialty Food Association Names Bill Lynch Interim President

May 21, 2020 Specialty Food News

Bill Lynch has been appointed the interim president of the Specialty Food Association by the SFA’s Board of Directors. Lynch, who has 20 years of experience with the Association, will take over the leadership position as the contract expires for the current president, Phil Kafarakis. Kafarakis will assist Lynch over the coming month to take over leadership duties.

Rose Society of South Australia’s Rose of the Month, ‘Unconventional Lady’

This lovely deep pink Hybrid Tea rose was bred by Kordes in Germany in 1997 and was originally released as ‘Simply Samantha’ in South Africa in 2008. It was selected and introduced in Australia by Treloar Roses in 2017 as ‘Unconventional Lady’ to be sold as a fundraiser for the 19th WFRS World Rose Convention which will be held in Australia in 2022.

Volpi Foods Honored For Best Social Media Campaign In The 24th Annual Webby Awards

May 21, 2020 Volpi Foods

Volpi Foods announced that it has been honored for Best Food and Drink Social Media Campaign: Volpi Classics in the 24th Annual Webby Awards.

2 Time Gourmino World Cheese Champion ~ Michael Spycher

May 21, 2020 Gourmino

Gourmino had a spectacular showing at the 2020 World Championship Cheese Contest in March 2020 culminating with Michael Spycher being named World Champion for his Le Gruyère AOP…for the second time!!