USDA Seeks Nominees for the National Dairy Promotion and Research Board

May 5, 2021 USDA

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is seeking nominees for 12 dairy producer seats on the National Dairy Promotion and Research Board. Nominations are due May 31, 2021. Appointed members will serve three-year terms beginning Nov. 1, 2021, and ending Oct. 31, 2024.

Wonder Bread Celebrates Science Teachers and Students During 100th Anniversary

May 5, 2021 Wonder Bread

Wonder Bread, the iconic brand that has brought joy and innovation to kitchen tables and lunch boxes across America for decades, is celebrating its 100th birthday this year.

Sara Lee Frozen Bakery Announces New Superior on Main Peanut and Tree Nut Free Desserts

“Consumer response to the Superior on Main’s transition to a peanut and nut free facility late last year was extremely positive,” said Curt Coolidge, General Manager, In Store Bakery at Sara Lee Frozen Bakery. “With approximately 10 million Americans living with peanut and tree nut allergies, we are delighted to introduce new, nut free desserts to the grocery in-store bakeries to meet consumer demand.”

Cocoa & Forests Initiative Reports Progress Despite Challenging Year

The governments and 35 companies in the Cocoa & Forests Initiative (CFI) today reported progress made towards ending deforestation in Côte d’Ivoire and Ghana in two joint public/private sector reports.

Amazon is Slated to Overtake Walmart as the Largest Retailer in the US

Walmart’s not the only retail giant in town anymore. In fact, one market research study found that Amazon is on track to overtake its Arkansas-based competitor in terms of gross merchandise value within the next few years.