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11/08/2024

This / exploitation link is a connection that the 21st-century chocolate industry is desperately trying to break, with varying levels of success. This is because the root of the chocolate industry problem is...POVERTY!

Despite regulations, exploitation of child-slave-labor and the forest still runs rampant. What will it take for the chocolate industry to clean up its act?

11/08/2024

It has been claimed that 🐟 fish farming 🐟 is a sustainable source of food that will help us feed the growing global human population while protecting wild fish populations – but this isn’t true.

(see article: https://ow.ly/brem50TS1O3)

11/07/2024

150 restaurants are scheduled to close. 🍔🍲😋

Denny’s says it’s closing 150 of its lowest-performing restaurants in an effort to turn around the brand’s flagging sales. About half...

11/07/2024

The foodservice industry is expected to see real growth of 1.0% in 2025, which is on top of dollar growth due to inflationary price increases. This growth is driven by expected overall Gross Domestic Product (GDP) growth and a continued strong labor market. Inflation has started to fall, and we expect that by 2025, it will have leveled out. This means that nominal growth for the industry overall will be the smallest we have seen since the pandemic.

Datassential, in partnership with IFMA, has unveiled our 2025 Industry Forecast to give foodservice operators a clearer view into the year ahead. From overall industry growth assumptions, segment-by-segment forecasting for consumer and operator spending, projected growth rates through 2026, and segm...

11/07/2024

Yes, there's now a Chicken Big Mac! 🍔🐔

McDonald’s had a smash hit when the double-decker Big Mac sandwich made its debut at a Uniontown franchise in 1967.  The 45-cent burger went...

11/06/2024

The world faces enormous challenges related to , , and other issues. The fresh fruit and vegetable industry is in the perfect position to help solve many of them.

The world faces enormous challenges related to health, climate and a host of other issues. The fresh fruit and vegetable industry is in the perfect position to help solve many of them.

11/06/2024

The Ukrainian War 💥 and drought have created massive starvation in because of smaller yields. 👨‍🌾🌾

Despite production issues, continent seeks less dependence on imports

11/06/2024

Pittsburgh's thriving urban agriculture scene landed it in the 10 cities chosen nationally by the U.S. Department of Agriculture for the $9 million grant program.

The grants pay for outreach and farm infrastructure for urban growers.

11/05/2024

Almost every day we hear about another brick-and-mortar announcing store closures. What's the future for our neighborhood pharmacies?

(see article: https://ow.ly/tF4H50TP5yj)

11/05/2024

The high-tech grocery subsidiary of is the latest retailer planning to provide customers a deal on dinner.

(see article: https://ow.ly/iHBT50TX0tu)

11/05/2024

An investigation focused on three of the world’s largest producers claims that as big Western make windfall profits, their aggressive pursuit of ever-lower wholesale prices is causing misery at the end of the supply chain.

(see article: https://ow.ly/h7Wa50TALVw)

11/04/2024

are now so common, they're even in our home air ducts!

Microscopic pieces of plastic have been found in waterways, in the air, in our f***s, and now, in our brains. A study published last month in the scientific...

11/04/2024

💥 Using for prescribed grazing 🐑 is not a new landscaping method, but more urban 🐑 communities are opting for it to handle 🐑 land management 💥 concerns such as invasive 🐑 species, wildfire risks, protection 💥 of native vegetation and 🐑 animal habitats and maintaining historic sites. 💥

Even some universities have tried out herds of goats and sheep on campus property. Here’s why.

11/04/2024

It is our intention to work with Module to see the construction of homes in areas like Duquesne, PA. 🏡🏡🏡🏡🏡

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11/01/2024

Mintel released four trends that will reflect consumer food and drink mindsets and tastes in 2025.

(see article: https://ow.ly/SmqG50TKIBP)

11/01/2024

A recent survey gave the Burger King Philly Flame-Grilled Chicken Wrap a 77% favorable rating. Have you tried one? They're very good! 🥪🤓👍

11/01/2024

Happy November! Fall is in full swing, Thanksgiving preparations are being made and holiday shopping is starting to pick. While you’re at the grocery store, make sure to pick up some of these in-season fruits and veggies.

Knowing what fresh produce items are in season when you head to the grocery store can not only save you money but also mean that you’ll be enjoying fruits and veggies at their peak!

Healthy eating doesn’t have to be expensive. Planning meals around in-season fresh produce is one of the easiest ways to save on groceries. Click on each of the listed items for tips on how to pick, prepare, and store these seasonal fruits and veggies, along with tasty recipe ideas.

11/01/2024