Global Animal Partnership Releases Initial List of Eligible Broiler Breeds for Animal Welfare Certification

December 3, 2021 Global Animal Partnership

Global Animal Partnership (G.A.P.) is working to positively impact the welfare of the millions of chickens raised each year through its Better Chicken Project. The organization funded a comprehensive, independent research study performed by scientists at the University of Guelph, as the first step to creating a research-based framework for reinventing the modern-day broiler.

Préval AG Acquires the American Business J&G Foods

December 3, 2021 Préval AG

Located in Sutton, Mass., J&G is a custom and specialty case-ready fresh meat provider specializing in quality, portioned organic and grass-fed beef, organic and natural chicken, natural pork and beef, and a variety of marinated and value-added meats. Préval AG is owned and operated by the Quebec-based Fontaine family and controls food production “from farm to fork

Floriculture Crops Summary Expands to 50 States

December 3, 2021 Society of American Florists

The U.S. floral industry will soon have — for the first time — comprehensive data on domestic floriculture production and sales in all 50 states thanks to changes to a survey by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS).

USDA Announces Appointments to the Christmas Tree Promotion Board

December 3, 2021 USDA AMS

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced the appointment of three producers to the Christmas Tree Promotion Board. Each member will serve a three-year term expiring on December 31, 2024.

Give the Gift of Good Food and Drink this Holiday Season

Looking for holiday gift ideas that are unique, special, and delicious? We’ve compiled a list of Vermont specialty food and beverage products that are sure to delight each and every taste bud.