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Pumpkin lovers can relax: A nearly yearlong shortage of the canned stuff is over. That means an end to the hoarding, rationing and even pumpkin profiteering that have been going on since heavy rain ruined last year’s harvest and caused a shortfall. But the country’s top producer says this year’s crop is healthy and cans are arriving in stores. …

BJ’s Restaurants, Inc. is pleased to announce its “Supplier Partners of the Year” for 2010. These awards are presented annually to the Company’s supplier partners that have made the most significant contributions to the continuing evolution of the quality, differentiation and value of the BJ’s restaurant concept for the consumer, as well as to the advancement of the overall productivity and leverage of BJ’s business model. For 2010, BJ’s “Supplier Partners of the Year” are Highland Baking Company, Sugardale Foods, Constellation Wines, Javi LLC and Terra Nova Industries. …

Carrie Fanizzi, who is not nearly as big as the caricature that accompanies her company logo suggests, started selling cheesecakes three years ago, primarily as a wholesaler to local restaurants. Now, there’s an added and growing demand from retail consumers in Central New York and out of town. …

Crystallized Flower Company announces the release of two healthy flower varieties to its growing line: Strawberry Blossoms and Micro-mini roses. …

Sara Lee Corp. released the company’s annual sustainability report, titled “Strong, Supportive, Sustainable,” available at www.saralee.com. The report details the company’s accomplishments toward its ongoing goals in three areas: Wellness and Nutrition, Environment and Social Responsibility. …