Mexico Rejected Tainted Pork at U.S. Border Before Barring Smithfield Plant

Mexican inspectors have rejected three pork skin cargos at the U.S.-Mexico border since April from the biggest U.S. pork plant operated by industry giant Smithfield Foods as well as another shipper, the country’s health safety agency told Reuters.

Dümmen Orange to Offer New OnTarget Mobile App, Brings Grower Solutions to Their Fingertips

June 25, 2021 Dümmen Orange

Dümmen Orange is set to unveil its new OnTarget mobile app on July 1, 2021. The global leader in floriculture has a storied history of supporting growers in cultivating their poinsettia crops to keep plant height levels on track throughout the growing season.

4th of July P.R.E.P. (Plan, Review, Execute, Profit)

June 25, 2021 Rio Roses / Equiflor

July 4th is almost here, but that doesn’t mean you don’t have time to prepare. Email marketing is one of the fastest and easiest ways to get your promotional message out. And emails get results: One study found that 4th of July emails can bring 32% more revenue than standard marketing emails. Here are a few ways to use email marketing to increase your 4th of July flower sales:

2021 Paul Thomas Floriculture Production Intern of the Year, Sherman Hartman

A large part of our industry’s future relies on the minds and green thumbs of young professionals studying, researching, and working in the field. The American Floral Endowment (AFE) recognizes one such prodigy by awarding the 2nd annual Paul Thomas Floriculture Production Intern of the Year Award.

Ithaca Announces Nationwide Expansion with Whole Foods Market

June 25, 2021 Ithaca

Ithaca, America’s fastest growing hummus brand, expands distribution to all 506 Whole Foods Market locations across the country. Consumers can now purchase the Lemon Garlic, Lemon Dill and Lemon Beet varieties for a fresh option packed with intense flavor.