Marketing
NAFDMA transitions to hired staff, positions for future growth
Alexandria, Virginia-based North American Farmers’ Direct Marketing Association (NAFDMA) has selected Corey Connors as its new executive director. This appointment comes after Charlie Touchette, who provided NAFDMA with association management services for nearly 20 years, formally... more »
Eliasan Consulting offers International trade, development services
Seattle, Washington-based Eliasan Consulting is offering of global consulting services for organizations and businesses in the agricultural, food, and beverage sectors. The international trade and development consulting company, whose specialties include international marketing, business matchmaking,... more »
Stark Bro’s restores Walt Disney’s favorite apple trees to orchard
"Where Dreams Come True" is a famous slogan usually associated with Disneyland and Disneyworld, but on Friday, some Disney magic held court in the small town of Marceline, Missouri, where Stark Bro's Nurseries & Orchards Co. replaced 11... more »
New Discover Michigan Farm Fun directory available
The Michigan Agritourism Association released Discover Michigan Farm Fun, its 2018 directory featuring the farms and other agricultural destinations that welcome visitors. This is the 11th annual edition of the popular directory, which includes farm markets,... more »
United Fresh releases quarterly retail and foodservice reports
United Fresh has released two quarterly retail and foodservice trend reports: The FreshFacts on Retail Q1 2018 report, produced in partnership with Nielsen Fresh, measures retail price and sales trends for the top 10 fruit and... more »
Michigan bill stops zoning prohibition on farm wedding venues
Michigan Farm Bureau (MFB) supports a bill that has been referred to the House Agriculture Committee. House Bill 5947, introduced by Rep. Tom Barrett, R-Potterville, would amend the state zoning and enabling law to prevent... more »
USDA pauses plans for new organic marketing board
The USDA has ended a proposed rule to establish a national research and promotion program for certified organic products. The decision also terminates the proposed rule on referendum procedures. USDA based the termination on lack... more »
Jewell featured at 2018 Reception Honoring Women in Produce
Cindy Jewell, vice president of marketing at California Giant Berry Farms, will be the honoree and featured speaker at the Reception Honoring Women in Produce, Tuesday, June 26, at United Fresh 2018 in Chicago. Prior... more »