Earnings Preview: Sara Lee Corp.

October 2, 2009 The Associated Press

Sara Lee Corp., the maker of Jimmy Dean sausages, Hillshire Farm deli meats and Sara Lee breads, recently reported earnings for its fiscal fourth quarter. The following is a summary of key developments and analyst

Hormel Poised To Benefit From Recession

October 2, 2009 Matt McKinney, Star Tribune

Consumers are bringing home the bacon, but it’s Hormel’s bank account — and stock price — that’s sizzling. The Austin, Minn., food manufacturer said Monday that stronger than expected sales of Spam, Dinty Moore soups

Dutch Breeder Knst Unveils Alstroemeria

October 2, 2009 Könst

Alstromeria fans rejoice, a beautiful new white variety has just been unveiled by Dutch Breeder Knst.

WF&FSA Takes New Approach With 2010 Industry Conference

The industry asked for it, and the Wholesale Florist & Florist Supplier Association responded with its new Industry Conference, featuring a new city, new time of the year, new schedule and new affordable fee structure.

Worlds First Truly Blue Roses Go On Display In Japan

How soon will the first genetically engineered blue rose come to North American supermarkets?