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SAS, NC A&T and NC State to offer analytics-driven agricultural research to state's farmers and growers

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Mardi, avril 30, 2024
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CARY, N.C., April 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- A partnership between North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University, North Carolina State University, and data and AI leader SAS is set to advance agricultural research at the state's land-grant universities. Using the state's proven university extension programs, farmers and growers will reap the benefits of an agricultural research collaboration that takes research insights from the lab to the field.

Key Points: 
  • Using the state's proven university extension programs, farmers and growers will reap the benefits of an agricultural research collaboration that takes research insights from the lab to the field.
  • Farmers, ranchers, growers and producers will have access to insights powered by SAS via extension and related programs at both universities.
  • NC State and NC A&T will deploy SAS® Viya® , an end-to-end analytics and AI platform, to enhance research, accelerate innovation and support future grant opportunities.
  • The collaboration is supported by state funding for NC A&T and NC State to enhance the state's agricultural sector, which generates an economic impact of more than $100 billion annually.

Dairy Runway Entrepreneurship Program Opens Applications for Third Round

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Jeudi, avril 18, 2024
Partnership, Farmer, Cornell University, College, Kitchen incubator, CREA, CALS, Dairy

Already, we've witnessed dairy entrepreneurs launch innovative companies and make a tangible impact in the region after completing Dairy Runway," said Jenn Smith, CREA's Director of Food and Ag Startup Programs.

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  • Already, we've witnessed dairy entrepreneurs launch innovative companies and make a tangible impact in the region after completing Dairy Runway," said Jenn Smith, CREA's Director of Food and Ag Startup Programs.
  • The five-week Dairy Runway course combines self-directed online learning activities with Zoom-based class meetings and one-on-one instructor check-ins.
  • Since it launched last year, the Dairy Runway program has supported two cohorts of food entrepreneurs at the early stages of developing a variety of products.
  • Applications for the next Dairy Runway cohort close June 5, 2024.

Cornell University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Study, in partnership with Symbrosia and Danone North America, Aims to Prove Effectiveness of Seaweed Oil Extract for Livestock Methane Reduction

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Jeudi, janvier 18, 2024
Livestock, Food safety, Milk, Nutrient, IPCC, Associate, Seaweed, Food, Policy, CALS, Agriculture, Climate change, Methane, Danone North America, Environment, Carbon, Solubility, Acquisition, Cornell University, Safety, Danone, Climate, College, Lactose, Cattle

KAILUA-KONA, Hawaii , Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Symbrosia, a Hawaii-based cleantech startup that uses seaweed to drastically reduce livestock methane emissions, is excited to announce a study with Cornell University's College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (Cornell CALS), supported by Danone North America, a leading food and beverage company. Designed by Associate Professor Joe McFadden, the study aims to prove the effectiveness of an Asparagopsis-based seaweed oil extract for reducing livestock methane emissions compared to Symbrosia's existing freeze-dried seaweed products.

Key Points: 
  • Designed by Associate Professor Joe McFadden, the study aims to prove the effectiveness of an Asparagopsis-based seaweed oil extract for reducing livestock methane emissions compared to Symbrosia's existing freeze-dried seaweed products.
  • "The study is more in-depth than any previous, accounting for animal and human food safety, energetics, manure composition, and gas emissions.
  • The Asparagopsis species has been proven to reduce methane emissions in ruminant species by interfering with the methanogenesis process.
  • "The use of Asparagopsis-based seaweed oil extract as a methane mitigator for livestock requires a holistic scientific approach to ensure sustained efficacy and safety," McFadden said.

YanGuFang International Group Partners with Cornell University’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences to Name the "YanGuFang Company Laboratory”

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Lundi, mai 8, 2023
Partnership, Diet, Food industry, Lab, Grain boundary strengthening, Research, Cornell University, Health, CALS, Agriculture

The Lab’s mission is to improve human health through better nutrition and diet resulting from advanced food science research on whole grains.

Key Points: 
  • The Lab’s mission is to improve human health through better nutrition and diet resulting from advanced food science research on whole grains.
  • Mr. Junguo He, the Chairman and CEO of the Company, commented, "We are excited to partner with the prestigious Cornell CALS to name the Lab.
  • The Lab’s venture combines YanGuFang's commitment to enhancing human health through advanced whole grain nutrition and Cornell CALS’ renowned research accomplishments in food science.
  • The partnership between YanGuFang and Cornell CALS is a new and key step towards improving human health through better nutrition and will also facilitate our expansion in international markets.

Northeastern Dairy Product Innovation Competition Launches with $365,000 in Awards

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Jeudi, février 2, 2023
Milk, Farmer, Cornell University, Food safety, Entrepreneurship, Food processing, Defence Research and Development Laboratory, CREA, Workforce Innovation in Regional Economic Development, Partnership, Faculty, Statutory college, CALS, Dairy, Management, Upstate New York, Food

ITHACA, N.Y., Feb. 2, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- A new competition for producers of value-added dairy products is now open for applications. The Northeastern Dairy Product Innovation Competition supports food innovators in launching products made from dairy ingredients produced in the Northeast and gives dairy entrepreneurs, including those making products on organic and small farms, access to entrepreneurial and technical support.

Key Points: 
  • The Northeastern Dairy Product Innovation Competition supports food innovators in launching products made from dairy ingredients produced in the Northeast and gives dairy entrepreneurs, including those making products on organic and small farms, access to entrepreneurial and technical support.
  • The competition is produced by Cornell's Center for Regional Economic Advancement (CREA) in partnership with the Northeast Dairy Foods Research Center (NDFRC).
  • This competition, along with our specialized grants for dairy processors, creates more pathways for regional dairy processing that benefits farmers, consumers, and our regional economy."
  • To learn more about the Northeastern Dairy Product Innovation Competition, visit: www.dairyinnovation.org
    To learn more about the Cornell Center for Regional Economic Advancement, visit: https://crea.cornell.edu/

GOLIATH GROUP ANNOUNCES BRIAN WEISS AS NEW PRESIDENT NORTH AMERICA

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Mercredi, novembre 2, 2022
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NEW YORK, Nov. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Goliath Group , a family-owned global toy company, announces today that it unanimously chose toy industry veteran Brian Weiss as Goliath's President of North America.

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  • NEW YORK, Nov. 2, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Goliath Group , a family-owned global toy company, announces today that it unanimously chose toy industry veteran Brian Weiss as Goliath's President of North America.
  • Weiss started his tenure at Goliath Group on Nov. 1 and is focused on expanding and accelerating business growth in the United States and Canada.
  • "As I transition into my new role as President of North America at Goliath Group, I am grateful to be joining an incredibly innovative and collaborative team that loves what they do," said Brian Weiss.
  • Goliath Group, North America's largest family owned game manufacturers, has been spreading joy to families for over 30 years.

Perfect Tequila Cocktails Made Simple: Tequila Zarpado Introduces Ready-to-Drink Zarpado Margarita and Zarpado Tequila Soda with Lime

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Mercredi, juin 15, 2022
Tequila sunrise (cocktail), Margarita, Taste, Agave, Light, Tequila, SRP, Multimedia, Instagram, CALS, SEC, Liquor, Lime

BOSTON, June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tequila Zarpado today announced the availability of its new ready-to-drink canned Tequila cocktails: Zarpado Margarita and Zarpado Tequila Soda with Lime. The new small batch cocktails are crafted with simple, all natural ingredients, and are an easy option for summer drinking occasions.

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  • New Small Batch Canned Cocktails are an Easy Take on Classic Summer Sipsand Made with Simple, All Natural Ingredients
    BOSTON, June 15, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Tequila Zarpado today announced the availability of its new ready-to-drink canned Tequila cocktails: Zarpado Margarita and Zarpado Tequila Soda with Lime.
  • The new Zarpado cocktails hit on two of the spirits industry's hottest trends for the Summer Tequila and ready-to-drink cocktails.
  • When we crafted Zarpado Margarita and Zarpado Tequila Soda with Lime, we let the quality, simple, all-natural ingredients shine.
  • The new cocktails join the Tequila Zarpado family that also includes their small-batch, 100% Blue Agave Tequilas, Tequila Zarpado Blanco and Tequila Zarpado Reposado.

ALS Awareness Month brings access to treatments in Canada to the forefront

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Mercredi, juin 1, 2022
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TORONTO, June 01, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The ALS Society of Canada (ALS Canada) joins the global ALS community in recognizing June as ALS Awareness Month.

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  • TORONTO, June 01, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The ALS Society of Canada (ALS Canada) joins the global ALS community in recognizing June as ALS Awareness Month.
  • With an acceleration in therapeutic development, clinical trials are an important aspect of access, ALS Canada asks you to raise your hand in support of continuing to build Canada as a primary destination for ALS clinical trials.
  • The ALS Canada Walk to End ALS is the largest volunteer-led fundraiser for the organization, uniting Canadians in their desire to put an end to ALS.
  • Proceeds from the Walk to End ALS enable ALS Canada to provide services and support for people living with ALS in Ontario, and to ensure a strong pipeline of funding for the best of Canadian ALS research.

GREY GOOSE® Essences Teams Up with GRAMMY-Nominated Recording Artist Kehlani For its Second Annual "In Bloom" Concert Experience, Live From New York City

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Lundi, juin 6, 2022
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On July 10th in New York City, Kehlani will immerse fans in the brand's blooming natural world with a rooftop concert performance.

Key Points: 
  • On July 10th in New York City, Kehlani will immerse fans in the brand's blooming natural world with a rooftop concert performance.
  • The biggest innovations since GREY GOOSE Vodka, GREY GOOSE Essences is a line of vodkas infused with real fruit and botanical essences.
  • GREY GOOSE Essences is available at drinkgreygoose.com and spirits retailers nationwide with a SRP of $24.99 USD for 750mL.
  • The GREY GOOSE portfolio is comprised of GREY GOOSE Vodka, GREY GOOSE La Poire, GREY GOOSE L'Orange and GREY GOOSE Le Citron Flavored Vodkas.

Ketel One Botanical Kicks Off Spritz Season with Floral Visionary Maurice Harris and a Blooming Botanical Spritz-Inspired Collection

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Lundi, mai 16, 2022
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LOS ANGELES, May 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Spring and summer entertaining just got a little easier—and more stylish—with a limited-edition collaboration from Ketel One Botanical and Los Angeles-based floral artist Maurice Harris. Launching this week on TheBar.com, the Botanical Spritz-inspired collection features exclusive preserved floral bouquets by Harris, alongside custom-designed decorative towels, and other on-trend items like glassware, cocktail accessories, and more—all to ensure seasonal hosting is a breeze.

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  • Additional items in the collection include colored wine glasses from Estelle Colored Glass, rose-shaped ice molds, cocktail picks, and bowls perfect for showcasing garnishes for the Ketel One Botanical signature serve, the Botanical Spritz.
  • The Ketel One Botanical Spritz allows everyone to enjoy delicious effervescence with low-lift required from the at-home bartender.
  • "We're so thrilled to see Ketel One Botanical further come to life through Maurice Harris's floral creations.
  • Items in the collection, with creations and curations by Maurice Harris and Ketel One Botanical range from $8 to $247.