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January 27, 2011
Consumers have lost their appetites when it comes to restaurant spending
Dining out can be an indulgent treat, a convenient way to feed the family when you’re too busy to cook at home, or a way of celebrating a special occasion.
January 27, 2011
Washington-Oregon Potato Conference in Kennewick (video)
he Washington-Oregon Potato Conference is in Kennewick again this year, and organizers say it's bigger than ever.
January 26, 2011
Wendy's/Arby's profit beats expectations as Arby's improves
Wendy's/Arby's Group Inc reported a surprise quarterly profit on Wednesday, citing progress in the turnaround of its struggling Arby's chain and the success of new products like french fries with sea salt.
January 25, 2011
Microwave Popcorn Lung Prevention Rules Expanded by OSHA
Federal safety regulators say that some substitutes for the chemical diacetyl, believed to cause a condition known as microwave popcorn lung disease in food manufacturing workers, may also be linked to the potentially deadly ailment.
January 25, 2011
Nutrition Keys: New Front-of-Pack Nutrition Labeling initiative of the US Food Industry
America’s leading food and beverage manufacturers and retailers today announced the launch of Nutrition Keys, a new voluntary front of pack nutrition labeling system that will help busy consumers make informed choices when they shop.
January 25, 2011
Process Expo 2011 registration now open
The Food Processing Suppliers Association (FPSA) announced today that registration has opened for the 2011 PROCESS EXPO, taking place November 1-4, 2011 at McCormick Place in Chicago. Sponsored Content
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January 25, 2011
POTATO EXPO 2011 sees record attendance
Over 1,400 attendees turned out for POTATO EXPO 2011.
January 24, 2011
Justin Dagen to serve as 2011 NPC president
At the National Potato Council’s (NPC) 2011 Annual Meeting Justin Dagen of Karlstad, MN, was elected to lead the NPC as president in 2011. The meeting was held January 7-8, 2011, in Las Vegas, NV. Justin Dagen is a seed grower from Karlstad, MN, where...January 24, 2011
NPC elects 2011 leadership
t the National Potato Council’s (NPC) 2011 Annual Meeting, held January 7-8 in Las Vegas, Justin Dagen of Karlstad, MN, was elected to lead the NPC as president in 2011.
January 24, 2011
National Potato Council Honors Industry Leaders
At the National Potato Council’s (NPC) 2011 Annual Meeting, held January 7- 8 in Las Vegas, industry leaders were honored.
January 24, 2011
McDonald's Profit Rises 2.1%;Prices will increase
McDonald's Corp.'s fourth-quarter earnings rose 2.1%, even as December same-store sales took a hit from the severe weather in the U.S. and Europe.
January 24, 2011
FDA expects to issue menu-labeling proposal for restaurant chains by March 23, 2011
The Food and Drug Administration indicated Jan. 21 that it will officially withdraw Aug. 25, 2010, "draft guidance"for restaurants on how to follow new federal menu-labeling rules. Sponsored Content 
January 22, 2011
What high food prices mean for business
High food prices are good for farmers. Low food prices are good for consumers. According to the UN’s Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO), food prices last month surpassed their previous high in 2008.
January 21, 2011
McCain Foods USA joins efforts to increase availability of Healthy School Meals
A new multi-industry voluntary agreement announced today by the Alliance for a Healthier Generation brings together leading food manufacturers, group purchasing organizations and technology companies to help America’s schools serve healthier meals at more affordable prices.
January 21, 2011
Joe Sowokinos wins NPC Meritorious Service Award
Joe Sowokinos winning the prestigious National Potato Council (NPC) Meritorious Service Award marked the second straight year the East Grand Forks, Minnesota USDA Potato Research Lab has produced a winner for this award!
January 21, 2011
Lamb Weston sweet potato factory earns LEED platinum certification
ConAgra Foods Lamb Weston's Delhi, La., processing facility received its official Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED(R)) Platinum certification today, awarded by the U. S. Green Building Council (USGBC)
January 20, 2011
Analysts: Arby's could fetch $300M-plus
Arby’s, the 3,700-unit chain that is under strategic review by parent company Wendy’s/Arby’s Group Inc., may fetch a price tag of more than $300 million, according to a few securities analysts who cover the company.
January 20, 2011
Walmart Launches Major Initiative to Make Food Healthier and Healthier Foods More Affordable
At an event today in Washington, D.C., Walmart, the nation’s largest grocer, unveiled a comprehensive effort to provide its customers with healthier and more affordable food choices. The company was joined by First Lady Michelle Obama as it outlined t...