Fall 2020 Virtual Farm Tours Draw 40,000 Views in First 24 Hours

In the first 24 hours of airing, 40,000 viewers tuned into the three live 2020 Virtual Farm Tours recently hosted by local dairy farmers and American Dairy Association North East. Viewers also had nearly 4,000 direct comments, questions or engagements.

After Mondelez Announces Likely Closure of Fair Lawn Bakery, Gottheimer Strongly Urges Company to Reconsider

December 7, 2020 Insider NJ

U.S. Congressman Josh Gottheimer (NJ-5) outlined steps he’s taking in reaction to the announcement that Mondelez, an American multinational food and beverage company with an annual revenue of more than $25 billion, is likely closing its Fair Lawn bakery manufacturing plant, which could impact approximately 600 employees.

The Quest For the Most Sustainable Grain

December 7, 2020 Oldways Whole Grains Council

Last year, the EAT-Lancet Commission released a report outlining the elements of a healthy, sustainable diet. Through an extensive review of the literature, they found that an ideal diet should include about 8 servings of whole grains, along with vegetables, dairy foods, fruit, legumes, and nuts, with animal foods (like eggs, poultry, and meat) eaten only in very small amounts.

Brynwood Partners Agrees to Acquire Take-And-Bake Pizza Business from ARYZTA North America

December 7, 2020 Brynwood Partners

Brynwood Partners VIII L.P. (“Brynwood VIII”) announced today that its newly-formed portfolio company, Great Kitchens Food Company Inc. (“Great Kitchens” or the “Company”), has acquired ARYZTA North America’s take-and-bake pizza business. Terms and conditions of the deal are not being disclosed.

Sodexo Recognized for its Leadership on Climate Change by Natural Resources Defense Council and the Humane Society of the United States

December 7, 2020 Sodexo

Sodexo announced today that its Better Tomorrow 2025 goal to reduce its carbon footprint by 34 percent globally, a Science-Based Target aligned with the most ambitious goal of the Paris Agreement to limit global warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels, was recognized as industry-leading by the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC).