SEPC Launches 4th Edition of ‘What’s New?’ Consumer Research at Southern Innovations

The unique, interactive format combines the presentation of the research results by Anne-Marie Roerink of 210 Analytics with attendees discussing findings with fellow retailers and grower/shippers throughout the session. In addition to consumers’ views of our world, retailers and grower/shippers provided their industry viewpoint, for the full 360 look at innovation in fresh produce.

Agricultural Land Near Solar and Wind Projects Usually Remained in Agriculture After Development

As development has expanded, some communities have raised concerns about the local effects of solar and wind projects. USDA, Economic Research Service researchers recently studied how solar and wind development affects land cover near wind turbines and solar farms.

USDA Issues Recommended Decision on Proposed Amendments to California Raisins Marketing Order No. 989

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) issued a recommended decision on proposed amendments to the federal marketing order regulating the handling of raisins produced from grapes grown in California.

American Dairy Association North East, Local Retailers Partner To Stock Local Food Banks With Fresh Milk

More than 500 stores participated in the month-long campaign from Price Chopper, Redner’s Markets, Shoppers Food & Pharmacy, Safeway and Weis Markets. Signage was posted in the dairy case and at checkout with a reminder for shoppers to round up their change to donate to Fill a Glass with Hope. 

Makers of HORMEL Pepperoni Encourage and Reward Fans for Taking PTO to Celebrate National Pepperoni Pizza Day

September 13, 2024 Hormel Foods

Fans can send their “PTO” intention to their colleagues, friends, spouse or teacher, asking for coverage of all responsibilities on Sept. 20 in order to fully enjoy HORMEL® Pepperoni piled high on perfectly crafted pizzas. Once submitted, fans can enter for a chance to win the Ultimate HORMEL® Pepperoni Pizza Vacation to New York City or Chicago during National Pizza Month in October. Fans can share their PTO news on social media using hashtag #PepperoniTimeOff for more chances to win.