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Shuanghui International & Smithfield Foods Agree To Strategic Combination

May 29, 2013 Smithfield Foods

Smithfield Foods, Inc. and Shuanghui International Holdings Limited today announced that they have entered into a definitive merger agreement that values Smithfield at approximately US$7.1 billion, including the assumption of Smithfield's net debt. Shuanghui International is the majority shareholder of Henan Shuanghui Investment & Development Co. (SZSE:000895), which is China's largest meat processing enterprise and China's largest publicly traded meat products company as measured by market capitalization. …

Minneapolis School Of Flower Design 2013 Summer Semester In New Location

May 29, 2013 Minneapolis School of Flower Design

A fresh new start is in order for the Minneapolis School of Flower Design as it begins its 2013 summer class schedule in a new space. They will now be located inside the North American Wholesale Florist on Long Lake Road in Roseville, MN. …

AAS Summer Summit 2013

May 29, 2013 All-America Selections

Join All-America Selections in Ontario, Canada for a 2 1/2 day event designed for AAS participants, supporters, AAS Display Gardens, trade media and garden writers to view the AAS flower and vegetable trials courtesy of local host trials and display gardens. Everyone can learn first-hand exactly what the extensive AAS trialing and judging process is all about and why it matters. …

Alaska Holds Prime Supply Of  Summer Peonies

May 29, 2013 Alaska Peony Distributors

The new face of Alaskan agriculture is being unveiled. The University of Alaska discovered that the most demanded bridal flower in the United States, the peony, is a prime crop for Alaska. Historically the availability of peonies was limited to a strict spring season schedule; a schedule that Alaska Peonies are turning on its head, to the delight of florists, designers, and brides-to-be. …

Kroger Extends Partnership With USO To Support Our Troops

May 29, 2013 Kroger Co.

The Kroger Co. Family of Stores proudly extends its partnership with the USO to celebrate and thank the men and women of the armed forces and their families. The sales event is just one element of Kroger's year-round commitment to supporting members of the military and their families.  Throughout the summer, returning service members in communities served by the Kroger Family of Stores will be treated to a Welcome Home meal of Kroger deli chicken and Coca-Cola.    …