America's Love Of Pork Continues To Burn Strong

February 28, 2014 Pork Checkoff's Pork Leader

Results of a new consumer tracking study released by the Pork Checkoff find that more American consumers are reporting an enduring love for pork. Key research findings show more U.S. consumers rate their enjoyment of pork higher than in previous studies. Additionally, consumer-buying habits measured by the U.S. Department of Agriculture also show more consumers are buying pork.

Big Color For Small Spaces

February 28, 2014 Joey Wiseman, Ball Ornamentals

As more Californians – and folks all along the west coast – move into urban areas, they’re giving up their yards, but they don’t want to give up their plants! Urban dwellers tend to be more open to new ideas, so they’ll appreciate some creative “city-scaping” to max out their mini spaces.

CA Flower Growers, Nurseries Brace For Effects Of Drought

Warm, spring-like weather this winter is creating havoc for some small flower growers.

Ailing Flower Growers Air Complaints On Capitol Hill

U.S. flower growers normally consider themselves purveyors of joy, but they’re none too happy with the state of their industry these days.

Gabila's Knishes' Long Island Factory Approved To Resume Production After 2013 Fire

Knish lovers were kvelling Thursday over news that a five-month shortage of the deep-fried treats has finally ended. Gabila's Knishes, the Long Island factory that is the lone producer of square-shaped knishes, finally got the go ahead to resume making it signature snack — five months after a fire ripped through its facility in September.