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Land O'Lakes, Inc. Selects 11 College Students for Fellowship to Address Global Hunger
ARDEN HILLS, Minn., Dec. 8, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Land O'Lakes, Inc. today introduced its 2016-2017 emerging leaders as part of the cooperative's efforts to find sustainable, practical and achievable solutions to world hunger. The 11 leaders, all of whom are college sophomores from six universities, were selected for the third year of the Global Food Challenge Emerging Leaders for Food Security™ Program and will be partnered with university professors and with mentors from Land O'Lakes, Inc. to develop plans to fight global hunger. The emerging leaders come from rural and city backgrounds and are pursuing degrees in fields from biotechnology ... |
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GC Buying Group Announces GC Advisory Panel and Store Partners
Dallas, December 7 – GC Buying Group is pleased to introduce the 2017 Advisory Panel Members, esteemed Store Members selected to deepen the Group’s connection to the ever changing retail environment. By cultivating the network and knowledge, insights provided by these valued advisors mentor both Store and Vendor Members. Throughout the year, the Advisory Panel will meet to analyze trend reports, discuss references for new vendors and share wisdom and experience on best business practices to run a successful independent store. “Insightful feedback offered by the AP can be directly applied to our day-to-day operations, presenting valuable opportunities not normally ... |
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Gruyere AOP Announces Winners of 2016 Scholarship Contest, Trip to Switzerland
Pringy, Switzerland – Today the Interprofession du Gruyère is pleased to announce that the winner of their 2016 ‘Scholarship’ Contest, launched at the American Cheese Society 2016 Conference in Des Moines, Iowa. In fact, part of the news is that there is not a single winner, but three! The judges felt that the quality of the competition, held among Certified Cheese Professionals®, was so extraordinary that choosing multiple victors was the only way to properly honor the endeavor. The winners will receive a trip to the Gruyères Region of Switzerland in the Spring of 2017, where they will travel to ... |
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Specialty Food Association Names Six Leadership Award Winners
The Specialty Food Association named the six winners of the 2017 Leadership Awards, honoring industry frontrunners who have created social, economic and environmental impact through innovation and vision. Awards are given in Business Leadership, Citizenship and Vision categories. The winners are: Business Leadership James Faison, Milton's Local: Faison grew up visiting his grandparents' farm in the Southside region of Virginia, but his path wasn’t headed toward farming. He went to Harvard, then earned a law degree at the University of Virginia. In 2012, he formed Milton's Local, which aggregates pasture-fed, hormone- and antibiotic-free meats from small farmers who get a ... |
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Global Experts to Discuss Trends in Innovation Theater at IH+HS
From housewares and small appliances to home interiors and retail merchandising, international lifestyle trends will be the focus of several presentations in the Innovation Theater at the 2017 International Home + Housewares Show March 18 to 21 at Chicago’s McCormick Place complex. More than 20 sessions will be offered in the Innovation Theater over the four days of the show and cover the broader trends of international lifestyle trends, the Smart Home and connected products and age and gender marketing. The theater is in Room E350 in the Hall of Global Innovation in the Lakeside Center. Offering their perspectives on ... |
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C.A. Fortune Expands Coverage to Rocky Mountains Through Acquisition
C.A. Fortune, which is based in Chicago, has acquired Wild Rose Marketing in Boulder, Colo. “With the aggressive approach we are taking across the country, we are pleased to announce the second phase of westward expansion for C.A. Fortune,” said Tyler Lowell, managing partner of C.A. Fortune. “Bringing Wild Rose Marketing into the C.A. Fortune family adds complete coverage of Colorado, Utah, New Mexico and Wyoming and gets us closer to our goal of building the best-in-class national privately-held natural, specialty, and bakery/deli agency in the country.” Rose Pierro launched Wild Rose Marketing in 1996. The company has deep relationships ... |
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UC-Davis to Study Effects of CabernayZyns
The University of California-Davis is beginning a study on the effects of the intake of CabernayZyns, dried Cabernet grapes, on vascular function and platelet reactivity in post-menopausal women. The randomized controlled pilot study is designed to assess the acute effect of consumption of a unique type of dried Cabernet grape on vascular function, platelet aggregation and nitrite/nitrate levels in postmenopausal women, a group at increased risk for cardiovascular disease. According to Dr. John Laird, the medical director of the Vascular Center at UC Davis, “Dried wine grapes are rich in a variety of nutrients, polyphenols, and antioxidants, which like red ... |
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B&G Foods Picks Up Victoria Fine Foods
B&G Foods Inc. has acquired Victoria Fine Foods Holding Co. and Victoria Fine Foods LLC from Huron Capital Partners and certain other sellers for approximately $70 million in cash, subject to a customary working capital adjustment. “We are delighted to welcome Victoria Fine Foods and the Victoria premium pasta sauce brand to the B&G Foods family,” stated Robert C. Cantwell, president and chief executive officer of B&G Foods. “The Victoria brand complements very well our existing portfolio of brands, including our Don Pepino pizza sauces, Sclafani crushed tomatoes and Emeril’s pasta sauces. And, consistent with our acquisition strategy, we expect the ... |
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Las Vegas Market Hosts Housewares Design Awards Celebration
LAS VEGAS – (December 1, 2016) – For the first time ever, Las Vegas Market will host the Housewares Design Awards Gala, a celebration of winners and finalists in 12 categories, on Tuesday, January 24, 2017. During the two hour reception, 60 finalists will be recognized; 12 “Best in Category” winners will be announced; a trio of “Best of the Best” overall products — Gold, Silver and Bronze winners— will be feted; and the inaugural “Design Influencer of the Year” award will be presented to Mo Mullen, director of business development for West Elm LOCAL. “Las Vegas Market recognizes the ... |
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The Daily Crave’s Continued Sales Growth Spurs More Hiring into 2017
Folsom, CA – November 30, 2016 The Daily Crave, one of the fastest growing better-for-you snack brands, is pleased to introduce Lisa Mosher as our new Regional Business Manager representing East Coast accounts. Lisa will help manage The Daily Crave’s enormous growth in the east and continue the expansion of the brand in distribution, displays and overall sales activity. Lisa possesses over 20 years of experience in the Food and Beverage industry. Prior to joining TDC, Lisa’s success at Hain-Celestial Group included multiple positions including Sales Representative, Regional Sales Manager, and Trade System Manager & Corporate Trainer. Lisa has ... |
