Growth at Conger Meat Market Leads to Yet Another Expansion

When Darcy and Jeremy Johnson purchased Conger Meat Market in 2004 it had been in the same family and the same location since 1935.

Market of Choice Introduces Carbon-Neutral Beef from Royal Ranch

March 5, 2024 Market of Choice

Independent, family-owned Market of Choice is Oregon’s first grocer to partner with Royal City, Washington-based Royal Ranch, a leader in regenerative agriculture, to bring its carbon-neutral beef to market. Market of Choice customers can now enjoy their preferred USDA Choice cuts from Royal Ranch, available in its full-service and self-service meat departments at all 11 stores statewide.

Maura Kenny Named Director of Development for SAF

The Society of American Florists (SAF) is pleased to announce Maura Kenny as Director of Development. In her new role, Kenny will lead the organization’s efforts to connect industry suppliers with the SAF audience through membership, sponsorships, exhibits, virtual and print ad spaces, sponsored content, and more.

That Flower Feeling Appoints Advisory Board Members

March 5, 2024 CalFlowers

CalFlowers introduces the eight individuals forming the inaugural Advisory Board for their “That Flower Feeling” initiative.

IDFA Applauds FDA Decision to Approve First-Ever Qualified Health Claim for Yogurt, Linking Yogurt to a Reduced Risk of Type 2 Diabetes

The International Dairy Foods Association (IDFA) is pleased with the decision published today by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to approve the first-ever qualified health claim for yogurt, recognizing a potential link between its regular consumption and a reduced risk of type-2 diabetes. The FDA’s decision came in response to a petition submitted by Danone North America. The new claim is available for all yogurt makers.