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Dec. 21, 2011
Hollandia Produce LLC, is paving the way with a new green addition: its new state-of-the-art, aerodynamic, tractor-trailer truck, that runs on natural gas. The sustainable rig sports the Utility VS2RA trailer, cooled by the hybrid electric Thermo King Smart Reefer refrigeration unit. The Peterbilt tractor also boasts an efficient compressed natural gas (CNG) engine resulting in reduced total carbon emissions. Even the Environmental Protection Agency has given its seal of approval, with it’s Smart Way program. The eye appeal is all in the graphics, displaying the living greens of Live Gourmet and also featuring Hollandia Produce’s dedication to social responsibility, sustainability and healthy eating.
Frieda's will not be feeling the pinch this year in its blackeyed pea supplies, despite overall industry shortages due to the Texas drought and an all around reduction in domestic acreage. As the New Year approaches, consumers can be confident that their demand for the traditionally lucky item, will be met in with a plentiful response with Frieda’s pre-soaked Blackeyed Peas in a consumer-friendly tub and the company's dried Blackeyed Peas. Along with the good luck that blackeyed peas bring to the table on New Year's Day, comes more great news.
With 2012 projected to be “The Year of the Potato," it makes sense that Valentines Day should follow the theme in stride. With the Idaho Potato Commissions seventy-five years of industry business, it makes sense to take a tip from company that has its eye on the prize. Supplying exceptional potatoes and potato varieties, from Russets to Gold and Red Potatoes to Fingerlings, the IPC has a few heartfelt suggestions for spicing up the holiday's menu. Take the popular Idaho Fingerlings, the vegetable provides flavor, color and versatility. The potatoes can be utilized in some of IPC's creative recipes like the Idaho Potato Shooters, Idaho Fingerling Potato Pizza, and Confit of Idaho Fingerling Potato Tart. The IPC website hosts a myriad of recipes for the coming new year and the holidays yet to come.
