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Tue, 10 Jan 2012 10:27:00 +0000

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WILD HIRES CHIEF GLOBAL FLAVORIST

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 19:21:08 +0000

WILD HIRES CHIEF GLOBAL FLAVORIST
Wright's experience and creativity will expand WILD's global flavor portfolio

/EINPresswire.com/Erlanger, KY (December 1, 2011) - WILD Flavors, Inc. (WILD) is pleased to announce that Marie Wright has accepted the role of Chief Global Flavorist. Wright will be responsible for global flavor creations for WILD, reporting directly to Dr. Erik Donhowe, Chief Operating Officer of WILD Affiliated Holdings.

After earning a degree in chemistry and food science at King's College London, Wright began her career as a chemist analyzing the flavors of various sweetening agents before beginning her flavorist training at flavor firm Bush Boake Allen, which would later be acquired by I.F.F. Ms. Wright joins the WILD team with over 25 years of extensive global, technical marketing and management experience. Most recently, Wright was Vice President Senior Flavorist for International Fragrances and Flavors (I.F.F) in Dayton, New Jersey.

Ms. Wright has been recognized for her extensive flavor experience in a number of publications, including an article in The Wall Street Journal from April, 2011 titled "The Tastemaker in her Flavor Factory". As the article points out, "Most flavorists specialize in sweet, savory or beverage flavors. Ms. Wright does all three, often in a single day. She finds that the challenge provided by the variety works to her advantage." Ms. Wright is known for the ability to remember formulas and utilized them or "create new formulations by mentally mapping molecules according to chemical structure and molecular weight."

Ms. Wright's attitude about flavor creation is unique as pointed out during the National Association of Flavors & Food-Ingredient Systems (NAFFS) Conference held in October, 2011, "Ms. Wright believes that flavor creation is an artistry rather than science, and perfection in art is truly challenging."

"WILD continues to show its commitment to leading the industry with innovation by bringing Marie Wright on board. With her breadth of experience, knowledge, and innovation, Marie brings further expertise to our R&D Teams within the global organization," says Erik Donhowe. "She will be working directly with our global R&D team, chemists, and flavorists to solidify the success of WILD's flavor and ingredient technologies for our customers."

Contact:
Dr. Erik Donhowe
Chief Operating Officer
WILD Affiliated Holdings, LLC
1261 Pacific Avenue
Erlanger, KY 41018
(859)342-3573
EDonhowe@wildflavors.com

About WILD Flavors GmbH
WILD Flavors GmbH is headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, and is one of the world's leading suppliers of natural ingredients to the food and beverage industry. The company's management offices and production sites are located at Rudolf WILD GmbH & Co. KG in Eppelheim (Germany) as well as in Erlanger (Kentucky, USA). Eight further production locations in Europe, USA, Canada, China, and Dubai are part of WILD Flavors GmbH as well. The WILD Flavors product portfolio of natural-flavor ingredients includes full flavor and ingredient solutions for the food and beverage industry, known as flavor systems, as well as individual components such as flavors and extracts, natural colors, concentrates, sweetening systems, specialty ingredients and seasonings, including functional flavors and healthy ingredients, taste modifiers, and fermentation technologies. WILD Flavors' competence of global supply markets as well as technologically advanced production processes brings value to our customers on a daily basis. www.wild.de or www.wildflavors.com

WILD Finalizes Acquisition of A.M. Todd Ingredients | Flavors

Wed, 02 Nov 2011 16:21:20 +0000

Acquisition Expands WILD's Portfolio of Natural Flavors and Ingredients with the purchase of World's Brand Name Leader for Mint Flavors and Value-Added Natural Mint Ingredients

/EINPresswire.com/Zug, Switzerland, and Kalamazoo, MI, USA - November 2, 2011 - WILD Flavors GmbH (WILD) has completed the acquisition of certain assets of A.M. Todd Ingredients | Flavors (A.M. Todd), a global leader providing Natural Mint Oils and Flavors for over 142 years, based in Kalamazoo, Michigan. The A.M. Todd India PVT. Ltd's location in Asia is in one of the main worldwide geographical areas for growing mint plants and will allow for increased procurement of mint varieties. A.M. Todd has sales that total greater than $100 million. Other financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.

In addition to purchasing A.M. Todd's natural mint business, WILD is acquiring unique science and technologies for the development and production of organic flavors, natural ingredients and plant extracts,which will enhance WILD's natural flavor, color, and ingredient offerings.

"With the addition of A.M. Todd's product portfolio, WILD will be able to combine the advantages of natural mint oils with its specialized technologies in Health Ingredients, Colors, Taste Modification and Flavors to provide innovative and natural solutions to existing and new customer groups," commented Mr. Michael Ponder, Chief Executive Officer of WILD Flavors GmbH.

According to WILD Flavors, Inc.'s Chief Operating Officer, Dr. Erik Donhowe, "The acquisition will provide both companies the availability of greater resources, increased creativity and broader product lines resulting in new natural ingredients and product concepts, to significantly increase our customers' successes."

With this acquisition, WILD will continue to bring natural ingredients, innovations and new technologies to the Food and Beverage markets.

CONTACT:
WILD Flavors GmbH
Dr. Erik Donhowe
Chief Operating Officer
WILD Flavors, Inc.
1261 Pacific Avenue
Erlanger, KY 41018
(859)342-3942
edonhowe@wildflavors.com

About WILD Flavors GmbH

WILD Flavors GmbH is headquartered in Zug, Switzerland, and is one of the world's leading suppliers of natural flavors, colors, and ingredients to the food and beverage industry. Through WILD's 16 worldwide production facilities and its global presence through subsidiaries and numerous application
locations, WILD has led the industry for over 80 years in Innovation and Great Taste by providing high-quality, natural products and superior service to its
customers. The WILD Flavors product portfolio of natural flavor ingredients and solutions for the food and beverage includes components such as natural
flavors and extracts, natural colors, concentrates, sweetening systems, specialty ingredients and seasonings, as well as functional flavors and healthy
ingredients, taste modifiers, and fermentation technologies. WILD Flavors' knowledge of global supply markets, as well as technologically advanced
production processes, brings value to our customers on a daily basis. www.wild.de or www.wildflavors.com

About A.M. Todd

A.M. Todd Company offers specialty distilled & blended mint oils, natural & NOP certified organic flavors, distillates & extracts and botanical ingredients. It specializes in designing impactful flavor profiles, creating unique new flavoring approaches and solving complex problems with existing flavoring systems to help customers meet today's consumer taste demands. The company was founded in 1869 and is based in Kalamazoo, Michigan with additional locations in India and Europe. www.amtodd.com.

A World of Flavours meets in Moscow

Mon, 17 Oct 2011 09:05:55 +0000

/EINPresswire.com/ This year's World Food Moscow welcomed a host of new national exhibitor groups who all looked to the exhibition to expand their business interests and exports to the world's largest country. World Food Moscow celebrated its 20th anniversary from 13th -16th September 2011 at the Expocentre, Moscow with over 55 national and regional groups, and 1420 exhibitors from 65 countries.

The new national groups included: Chilean Seafood, Taiwan Frozen Seafood, Citrus Growers of South Africa, Paiiz, Estonia, German Meats, Singapore Food Manufacturing Association and the Indonesia Ministry of Industry. All who used World Food Moscow as a vital platform to communicate directly with potential customers and importers, and gain a greater foothold in the Russian market.

Over the 4 days of the exhibition, 44,971 people including wholesalers, distributors, retailers and restaurateurs visited the exhibition to taste, touch and smell the latest food and drink products that are available to the Russian market. As the Russian economy continues to grow (predicted to be 4.4% in 2011) so does the nations appetite for a greater variety of products; equally as an increasing amount of Russians are travelling abroad their awareness and demand for foreign food products is increasing. (Russian tourists took a record 60 million trips abroad in the first half of this year).

A schedule of events took place alongside the exhibition, which included various roundtables on meat and dairy, seafood and fruit and vegetables in the Russian market. A Tasting Contest, the 5th Russian Food Forum and the New Product of the Year competition all added to the comprehensive schedule, and recognised the best products available at the exhibition. The winner of the new product of the year was a Lithuanian cheese, Dziugas Cheese.

Tony Higginson, Head of Sales, ITE Group commented, "For international companies the Russian market represents a wealth of opportunity and this is reflected in the growth of national groups who are participating at World Food Moscow. This exhibition is a fantastic platform to get feedback on how products are likely to be received and to learn about the Russian market place. Now in its 20th edition, World Food Moscow really does represent the world of food in one exhibition".

World Food Moscow Exhibitor, Olivera Curcin Andjelic, Export Promotion Adviser, Serbia Investment and Export Promotion Agency, "We have been exhibiting since 2006, it's our traditional event and we have been very satisfied with the results over the past years. We have had a high demand from the Serbian companies to exhibit and we have stands in the various pavilions. The Russian market is very important to Serbia; there are lots of possibilities to place our products here".

World Food Moscow Exhibitor, Daniel Soares, Responsable Marketing Export, Interfel "We exhibit for one reason, the Russian market is our primary market for exporting to. This is our 5th year of participating at World Food Moscow; we get to represent France here and met Russian importers. We will be here next year".

World Food Moscow Exhibitor, Jacques Pomerleau, Canada Pork International, "World Food Moscow is one of the best trade shows to meet all the Russian buyers. The show has been so far amazing, it has been very busy since this morning and our stand is full. We need to be present here as Russia is our 3rd largest market".

The next edition of World Food Moscow will take place on 17th - 20th September 2012 at the Expocentre, Moscow.

Notes to Editors

The Organiser

World Food Moscow is organised by ITE Group Plc, a leading organiser of international exhibitions and conferences in fast-developing and emerging markets. The Group comprises 25 offices worldwide and organises over 200 events every year in 12 countries. For more about ITE, please see the website: http://www.ite-exhibitions.com.

ITE's portfolio of food exhibitions includes events in the following countries: Russia, Ukraine, Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Uzbekistan, India and Turkey. For more information about any of these events, please see the website: http://www.food-exhibitions.com.

World Food Moscow:
Date: 13-16 September 2011
Venue: Expocentre, Moscow, Russia
Edition: 20th
Frequency: Annual
Exhibitors: 1,420
National & regional groups: 55
Countries represented: 65
The exhibition is divided into the following product sectors:
Meat and Poultry:
Fish and Seafood:
Fruit and Vegetables:
Confectionery and Bakery:
Groceries
Oils, Fats and Sauces
Frozen Products
Preservation
Dairy
Tea and Coffee
Drinks
Equipment & packaging
Frozen foods
Halal food products
Kosher food products
Organic & health foods
Tinned foods
Tobacco
Private label, private label goods
Services,trade promotion organisations

For more information about this news release, including photographs and quotes, please contact us:
Vicky Aitken
Marketing Executive
ITE Group Plc
Tel: +44 207 596 5200
Email: vicky.aitken@ite-exhibitions.com

Kitty Dunes Rentals Announces Outer Banks Wine-Tasting Event

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 07:06:17 +0000

Kitty Dunes Rentals, your source for Outer Banks vacations, is hosting a wine-tasting event on October 22. The event is co-hosted by John and Laura Wright, of Standing Sun Wines, includes entertainment and is open to the public.

/EINPresswire.com/ OUTER BANKS, NC -- Kitty Dunes Rentals and Standing Sun Wines will host a wine tasting event with Laura Wright, who owns Standing Sun Wines and is otherwise known as 'Carly' on General Hospital.

The wine tasting event hosted by John and Laura Wright, owners of Standing Sun Wines, will be held on Saturday, October 22 from 3-5 p.m. Laura is a Daytime Emmy Award winning soap opera actress, currently playing the character 'Carly' on General Hospital. This tasting event is presented by Kitty Dunes Rentals and will be held at Firefly restaurant in Nags Head. Tickets are $75 each and include comedy, soap opera Q&A, wine tasting, a wine talk and a tabled appetizer. Live music will be provided by local Outer Banks singer/songwriter Kim Kalman. Tickets and additional information are available at www.standingsunwines.com.

"We are excited to be a part of the Standing Sun Wines Tasting Event and hosting John and Laura Wright. We're eager to show the Wrights some of our famous southern hospitality and the beautiful Outer Banks," said Barbara Neighbors, owner of Kitty Dunes Rentals (http://kittydunes.com).

Kitty Dune Rentals has been operating in the Outer Banks area for more than 40 years. Offering all types of Outer Banks vacations and property options, Kitty Dune Rentals is a one-stop-shop for vacation rentals. From beachfront cottages, to condominiums, to complete vacation homes, Kitty Dune Rentals can find the perfect rental for any vacationer.

"Laura and I are super excited about coming to the Outer Banks -- we love visiting the OBX and look forward to introducing our wines to such a lovely area. We think the combination of charm and sophistication that the Outer Banks has is a excellent pairing with our wines," said John Wright, owner of Standing Sun Wines.

Standing Sun Wines are handcrafted in small lots from some of the Santa Ynez Valley's premiere vineyards. The fruit is sourced as vineyard specific varieties, each with its own characteristics and diversity. The resulting wines are pure and unmanipulated, in the true sense of wine making. The company's philosophy is simple 'Take a great vineyard, pick great fruit, and simply make great juice.'

About Kitty Dunes Rentals:
Kitty Dunes Rentals operates office locations in both Corolla and Kitty Hawk. Specializing in property management and vacation rental property reservations, Kitty Dunes Rentals is dedicated to upholding family values and the hospitality standards of the Outer Banks. Spanning Carova to South Nags Head and incorporating Corolla, Duck, Kitty Hawk, Kill Devil Hills and Nags Head, Kitty Dunes Rentals offers a variety of quality Outer Banks rental properties.

Media Contact
Barbara Neighbors
Kitty Dune Rentals
3620 N. Coatan Highway
Kitty Hawk, NC 27949
252-261-2316
F: 888-860-3863
email@kittydunes.com
www.kittydunes.com

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Brand New $6,999 Machines Make Yogurt Store Openings Easier For Small Entrepreneurs

Wed, 03 Aug 2011 06:20:57 +0000

Duc Nguyen, the founder of the Phoenix based Yollipop frozen yogurt, is now supplying a key component to any successful frozen yogurt store. The business-in-a-box consists of a frozen yogurt machine that produces 10 gallons of yogurt per hour at a fraction of traditional frozen yogurt machine start up costs. Since Mr. Nguyen has locked down barebones pricing on the machines -- built in China -- he is able to offer them to "would be" and "existing" Yogurt Store owners for a greatly reduced price and for a hard-to-pass-up value.
The frozen yogurt machine really is the heartbeat of the entire frozen Yogurt business, according to Mr. Nguyen. "Normally these machines run about 10-16k for most people," Nguyen explains. "But thanks to my overseas connections, I am able to happily supply them for fraction of that price, reduced for an amazing value at only $6,999.It gives the small guy a chance to get up and going and put that extra money he saves into marketing to get those Yogurt lovers in his store."
The frozen yogurt machines are rebranded to be marketed in the USA under the name Discount Yogurt Machine exclusively offered by Yollipop Frozen Treats. They come with a powerful Aspera (Italy) compressor and a Danfoss (Denmark) expansion valve with a digital display and an easy-to-operate interface. The machines are backed by a powerful one year warranty and are ETL listed for USA compliance. "The number one reason that a prospective yogurt shop does not open up in an area is cost. My vision was to provide a modernized machine at nearly half the start up cost. I know this business and when you have a machine that can produce up to 150 cups of yogurt per hour, you have a chance to make a great profit" Continues Nguyen.
Since the machines are only rated at 115 volts, they also are very energy efficient, according to Nguyen. "Most of our competitors, like Taylor, use 220V, which requires much more power to operate," Nguyen says. "But if you open a new yogurt store with eight yogurt machines, then you would have to bring in additional electrical (200AMP), and the cost of that would range anywhere from $5,000 to $15,000." He further adds, "The monthly electricity bill is also a big difference. In Arizona, my November electricity bill was only $280, which is low when compared to $1600 (per month) with a Taylor machine."
Maintenance on the machine is low, and the operating costs are feasible for any small business owner. Since the cost of each portion of Yogurt served in the store is based upon weight, the actual serving size and final price is determined by the customer, adding even more versatility for those seeking to break into the ever growing frozen yogurt business.
Nguyen is currently offering the machines for a vast savings off their listed wholesale prices, at $6,999. When compared to what Competitors are charging for the same thing, at a price that ranges from $10,000 - $16,000, the value is easy to see. Additionally, there is no sales tax added to the price of his frozen yogurt machines, saving small business proprietors even more money. And delivery only takes 30-45 days, from factory to storefront.
Nguyen further states "For $6999, people used to have to go with a used machine. Used machines are very expensive to maintain. Every time they break down, it's hundreds to thousands of dollars to repair. Why deal with this while you can buy a brand new machine for $6999 with warranty as peace of mind."
With savings and startup costs in mind, Nguyen offers his take on the low price of his frozen yogurt machines. "If you can save, an average, $7,000 a machine -- that would be $56,000 for eight machines to start a business... so why give up your profits before you even open the doors? What a lot of people don't realize is that you will need a few of these machines to get their businesses going. Bought well is half sold."
The grand opening of Nguyen's Yollipop store was a roaring success, and really serves as a testament to the high potential for any future stores that Nguyen -- or other interested entrepreneurs -- plans to open. Yollipop celebrated its grand opening on November 16, 2010 at its Phoenix, Arizona location, where he served over a thousand cups of Yogurt in 4 hours. As to the business opportunity that future locations will offer, for both him and any persons interested in purchasing the machines for a discount that plan on opening up their own frozen yogurt stores, Nguyen adds a hearty closing statement. "Yogurt will always be an affordable family gathering that's tasty and fun," he says. "I offer these quality machines at a fraction of the price, which allows other small businesses -- or interested future owners -- across the country to setup their very own frozen yogurt store. Essentially, it could be compared to a business-in-a-box."
Frozen Yogurt is a part of the frozen dessert industry, which generates more than $20 billion in annual revenues in the United States. Yogurt has become such a popular choice in snacking that thousands are popping up each year.
For further information, contact Duc Nguyen at 520-977-3853 or email Duc@cenpaco.com
Press contact info:
Troy Bohlke, 10 Day Publicity
480-584-2909
Troy@10daypublicity.com

The Highest Quality Cordyceps In New Zealand

Wed, 20 Jul 2011 16:09:37 +0000

Researchers with Health Choice Limited are now offering a new supplement called Cordysen, which contains a powerful formula of raw Cordyceps extract to increase health and vitality.

/EINPresswire.com/ July 20, 2011--Researchers with Health Choice Limited are now offering a new supplement called Cordysen, which contains a powerful formula of raw Cordyceps extract to increase health and vitality. Cordyceps is a rare Eastern herb that has been used for centuries to revitalize energy, treat illness and improve overall wellbeing. Health Choice Limited is a New Zealand based company that specializes in the finest quality organic supplements promoting optimum health. Not only is research now confirming Cordyceps' ability to treat some of today's top health concerns, but Cordysen also utilizes the highest quality of Cordyceps available in New Zealand.

Scientific research conducted using Cordyceps sinensis extract confirms a number of benefits Cordyceps has been used to treat over many centuries. Cordyceps was originally discovered by Tibetan yak herders; they claimed their herds showed improved energy after consuming Cordyceps. After its discovery, the herb's reputation grew until in became widely known healing herb. Studies now confirm its energizing properties, as well as other advantages.

Currently, Cordyceps is achieving recognition in the medical community for its potential use in cancer treatments due to its proven anti-cancer and anti-tumor properties. It is even being considered as an alternative to radiation therapy, chemotherapy and other traditional cancer treatment methods. Further research concludes that Cordyceps also regulates blood sugar levels in those with insulin resistance, normalizes cholesterol and blood pressure levels, and also improves liver, kidney and lung function. Additionally, the healing compounds found in Cordyceps are noted to boost the immune system, recover energy and physical strength, promote anti-aging effects, fight free radical damage, and relieve symptoms associated with respiratory illness.

Furthermore, Health Choice Limited is the only company that sells raw Cordyceps extract. Competing Cordyceps supplements are powder forms that use no more than 5% polysaccharides. On the other hand, Cordysen uses significantly higher portions of polysaccharides, which is the main active compound in Cordyceps. In fact, Cordysen contain 40% polysaccharides, making it highly effective and unparalleled in quality and potency.

For more information: http://cordysen.co.nz/

Contact NZ: 0800 CORDYSEN

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New Organic Supplement Alleviates Asthma Symptoms

Thu, 07 Jul 2011 09:40:47 +0000

Health Choice Limited Announces Release of Cordysen New Organic Supplement Alleviates Asthma Symptoms Thanks to New Zealand researchers with Health Choice Limited, asthma sufferers now have a high.

/EINPresswire.com/ July 07, 2011--Thanks to New Zealand researchers with Health Choice Limited, asthma sufferers now have a high quality, organic alternative to traditional medicines and treatments without a doctor's prescription. Health Choice Ltd. has developed Cordysen; it is a Cordyceps supplement that alleviates asthma symptoms. Cordyceps is a Chinese mushroom that has been used for centuries to aid respiratory health. Research now confirms that Cordyceps does, in fact, offer results in treating asthma symptoms. Moreover, Cordysen utilizes an extract of raw Cordyceps and is not a powder, like most other supplements. Therefore, it is significantly more effective than other supplements available on the market.

Research attests to Cordyceps' ability to significantly alleviate asthma symptoms. A clinical study involving 50 asthma patients concluded that participants treated with Cordyceps showed an 81.3% improvement rate within an average of 5 days, compared to 61% improvements rate within an average of 9 days demonstrated in those treated with conventional antihistamines.

Also, in another study, mice that were given Cordyceps and subjected to an extremely low oxygen environment were actually shown to utilize oxygen more efficiently (30-50% increase) than the control group.

Cordyceps utilized in Cordysen affects asthma symptoms by reducing swelling and inflammation in the bronchial tubes, which allows for increased airflow to the lungs. Cordyceps has noted anti-inflammatory properties that make it an effective treatment for asthma, as well as joint and back pain. Moreover, Cordysen uses raw Cordyceps extracts, which make this supplement more effective that other powder supplements offered on the current market. It contains much higher portions of polysaccharides and other active elements than any other Cordyceps product.

Consistent use of Cordyceps is attributed to many other health benefits as well. Some of the other health benefits offered by regular use of Cordyceps include regulating cholesterol, stimulating the immune system, increases energy, promotes anti-aging, improving circulation, and regulating kidney and liver function. Furthermore, because Cordysen is an organic treatment, available without a doctor's prescription, it offers effective results without the side effects that are often associated with traditional medicines and treatments.

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New Zealand
healthchoicepr@gmail.com

For more information: http://cordysen.co.nz/
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Kona Coffee Council Awards Gold Medal to Lyman Kona Coffee

Thu, 14 Apr 2011 10:10:41 +0000

Meticulous Care in Growing and Processing Wins Organic Coffee Farm Hawaiian Growers Highest Honor

Kailua-Kona, HI - April 14, 2011 -- Nestled on the Hualalai volcano slope on the Big Island, Lyman Kona Coffee Farms goes about quietly producing one of the world's best Kona coffees using only certified organic methods, meticulous handling, and sustainable farming techniques. At their recent Cream of the Crop festival last November, the KCC held a cupping competition and awarded Lyman Farms their Gold Medal (they won 2 Silver Medals in previous years). The cupping competition is held annually in Kona, judged by a group of Chefs and is similar to a wine-tasting where judges select the very best. The award is the culmination of years of effort, attention to detail and planning by the owners.

The coffee plantation is owned and operated by Marsha Lyman-Eckert and her husband Hans Eckert a retired professor. Together they have built a sustainable coffee farm, free of poisons, pesticides and herbicides. The farm features solar powered processing equipment, two irrigation systems and a process Certified 100% Organic from seed to cup. Of the 750 or so Kona Coffee farms, only about 40 are that distinguished. "The focus at Lyman Kona Coffee is on quality and not quantity. We are hoping that this award helps get us noticed by the best chefs and the world's finest restaurants interested in serving their customers one of the best and most memorable cups of coffee" says Dr. Eckert.

Lyman Kona Coffee Farms is also one of only 50 or so that are "Certified Coffee Estates", by both Kona Coffee Council and by Kona Coffee Farmers Association. This certification indicates the coffee is Single Farm Origin Coffee or free of blends that decrease taste and quality. The certification means that one operator controls all phases of production.

Their award winning process starts with the picking. The owners bring on a local crew that is paid extra to select only the dark-red ripest cherries. Most farmers have a ratio of 5-6 pounds of coffee cherry to one pound of roasted. At Lyman Farms, 8 pounds of coffee cherry are used to produce one pound of roasted coffee. The Lyman farm uses more coffee cherry because their practice winnows so much out. The farm has over a dozen quality control steps to preserve what's best in Kona Coffee, and to advance only the top percent of beans to the next step. "Kona Coffee is not simply a Product. It is a Process. What and how you do it is crucial" says Eckert.

The farm's elevation of 2100' extends the season from August to July whereas low elevation coffee harvesting starts in August and is finished by February. This additional yield provides a year round consistency and allows extra harvests for the highly selective process to improve the quality. Combining the harvesting process with the perfect "terroir" for Kona's Arabica coffee yields the award winning taste. Nowhere else on earth does the distinctive volcanic soil mix with the ever-present Hawaiian sunshine, dowsing rain and temperature to create an environment so perfect for growing one of the world's most sophisticated coffees.

The Press, Food critics, Top Chefs, Coffee Houses and Fine Dining Restaurant Owners are invited to contact Lyman Kona Coffee farms for more information and to obtain a limited supply sample of the Gold Medal Winning Organic Kona Coffee.

For more information Contact:

Dr. Hans F. Eckert, owner/operator
Lyman Kona Coffee Farms
Kailua Kona, Hawaii 96740

Phone: 808-325-0909 Fax: 808-325-0601
E-mail: Coffee@LymanKonaCoffee.com
Website: www.LymanKonaCoffee.com

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Firminite Rings in 6th Anniversary by Earmarking 54% in Customer Retention

Fri, 18 Mar 2011 10:04:49 +0000

ALLEN, TX—(EIN PRESSWIRE—March 21st, 2011)—West Coast Nutritionals, LLP - the makers of the male enhancement sensation that has been sweeping America, Firminite (online at www.Firminite.com) - is celebrating the sixth consecutive year of the supplement's success [since its launch in 2005] by revealing an impressive and industry-leading 54% customer retention rate.

The company had previously placed high expectations on their signature male enhancement product, Firminite, and has entered into their sixth year having exceeding these lofty goals.

"Firminite has been our biggest seller from the day one," says Scott Miller, the Online Web Director for West Coast Nutritionals, LLP. "We're excited to celebrate Firminite's 6th Year Anniversary…and as we enter into year six, we are overjoyed to report that our average customer retention rate is 54%—easily defeating any other comparison to competing erectile dysfunction supplements on the market presently."

The success of the supplement shouldn't come as any surprise. West Coast Nutritionals, LLP is a respected company that has been involved in natural products and research for more than ten years. Firminite is doctor-approved - including being approved and endorsed by leading national institutes - has no reported side effects, and provides an alternative method for those who are seeking a non-medical ED solution.

Ever since its launch, raving customer reviews have been pouring in, a dramatic juxtaposition to the enormous 54% customer retention rate that the ED supplement has garnered.

"We have enjoyed receiving nearly daily positive reviews and feedback from our valuable customer base ever since we first launched this ED supplement," Miller explains. "Our valuable customers constantly remind us that Firminite is not only able to increase the sexual performance for men, but our erectile dysfunction supplement has also enabled our consumers to enjoy increased sexual stamina, too."

To learn more about the Firminite male enhancement supplement, please visit them online at: www.Firminite.com.

About: Firminite is a male enhancement supplement that can be taken daily as an alternative to ED drugs. Firminite is recommended by leading doctors and institutes, has no reported side effects and can also work effectively when taken with alcohol.

When compared to leading prescribed drugs, Firminite offers a more economical approach. It allows consumers to enjoy knowing that they are receiving the authentic supplement that they ordered; as many ED drugs have an abundance of dangerous counterfeit providers online that dupe consumers by selling bogus and often harmful versions of name brand drugs. Firminite can only be ordered directly from the manufacturer, eradicating any of these concerns.

Firminite is an herbal supplement. The FDA does not recognize the practice of herbs. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has not evaluated any statement made herein. None of the information provided is meant to act as a prescription, medical advice or therapeutic advice. Firminite is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Press Contact:
Scott Miller
Online Web Director
Email: support@firminite.com
Phone: (877) 782-6464
Web: www.firminite.com
Address: P O Box 253 Allen, TX 75013.

Chino Valley Ranchers Offers Soy Free Egg to Americans Suffering from Soy Allergies

Mon, 31 Jan 2011 18:56:42 +0000

Consumers suffering from soy allergy symptoms have new soy free food alternative from Chino Valley Ranchers

For Immediate Release

/EINPresswire.com/ Arcadia, CA - January 31, 2011 - Chino Valley Ranchers, a based producer of organic eggs, has introduced its new soy free egg to as a new dietary option for those who suffer from soy allergies. The new egg is produced using chickens raised on soy free diets, which eliminates trace soy levels that trigger allergic reactions in adults and children. Symptoms of soy allergies may include itching,
hives, eczema, nausea, vomiting, asthma, fever and conjunctivitis. For more information on the soy free egg, please visit: http://soyfreeegg.com

Regarding the new offering for soy allergy sufferers, Chino Valley Ranchers President Steve Nichols said, Soy allergy sufferers often experience severe symptoms and know right away now when there is a problem with their diet. Nichols continued, Our soy free egg is a great way for them to avoid those symptoms and to add a great tasting, low-fat source of protein back into their diet.

Chino Valley Ranchers is a family owned and operated company located in Arcadia, CA that has been producing quality eggs for over 50 years. During this time, the company has constantly improved its ability to achieve the highest quality organically raised eggs for its customers. More information about Chino Valley Ranchers and its soy free egg can be found on its corporate website at www.soyfreeegg.com or by calling 1.800.354.4503.

Contact:

Chris Nichols
info@chinovalleyranchers.com
Chino Valley Ranchers
www.soyfreeegg.com

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Who Wears Wood Shoes? Would you? WICKED FOOTWEAR Weaves Wood Pulp into New Shoes!

Thu, 06 Jan 2011 07:32:13 +0000

ALTON, NH -- (via GreenPresswire.com) -- Wicked Footwear, a New Hampshire based company with the goal of setting new standards in ecological footwear manufacturing has introduced a new nature-friendly outdoor "Eco-Fashionable" footwear line offering men two unique stylish selections.

Wicked Footwear has a new concept in shoes that is both innovative in design and comfort. These multi-purpose shoes use recycled wood pulp creating a trendy comfortable fitting basket weave pattern that is functional and stylish because it allows constant air movement inside the shoes. In today's world of hustle and bustle hi-tech living, it is a nice change for the consumer to have the satisfaction of wearing something that's different; old and new. These shoes fit into an eco-green lifestyle, look good and feel great to wear.

Wicked Hemp is cited as the first company to use WOOD PULP uppers mechanically compressed using non-toxic chemicals. The shoe colors utilize true eco friendly paint. Wicked Hemp shoes are made from carefully selected natural biodegradable materials uppers that are eco friendly with a low carbon footprint.

The shoes come in two styles, a slip on (WICKED WOODY) and lace up (WICKED PULP) model of two colors of black and brown. They have all the comfort features of removable insoles that tone your feet, with deep cushion and hidden EVA. This hybrid style has a multi colored natural rubber outsole that is good for urban and light trail use. The shoe's look suggests hip living combining both comfort and designer styling.

"It has been too many years since the footwear industry has found a new use for natural materials in shoes. Every other shoe company uses oil-based components that are not ecologically friendly, so the time is right for a new technology", says Matt Mahmet, the excited spokesperson, co-owner of Wicked Hemp footwear.

Matt holds up a shoe and comments, "We have taken wood and compressed it into a weave of crisscross-strands of wood pulp which is a bi-product of natural wood. The wood pulp is constructed into a very relaxed but strong material. As the upper is worn it will start to get a faded look to it, like denim. The upper is constructed for strength and has all the features for comfort. The shoe upper forms to your feet for a comfortable not like Dutch shoes" jokes Matt "What makes the design of the shoe a hybrid style is a mix of a light trail outsole on a casual shoe upper. It is like the cross over vehicles, multipurpose platform."

Matt resides in a rural area of New Hampshire but works in the Boston area. His desire for appropriate dress in business and country inspired this hybrid style and gave him the dual-purpose shoe idea. Matt raps "I walk from the woods onto the street and I still look neat. You gotta try these shoes, they can't be beat."

WickedHemp.com wants you to know our shoes are low-tech and made of recyclable high quality material.

Media Contact:
Matthew Mahmet
1-800-643-9009
https://wickedhemp.com
Wicked Hemp
Eco Friendly Comfort & Fashion Footwear
Post Office Box 388
Alton, NH 03809

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Seventh Generation Mum on CEO, Sets 5-year Goals

Thu, 04 Nov 2010 15:20:27 +0000

Nov. 4, 2010 /EIN Presswire/ -- One of the nation's pioneering socially responsible product firms is having a problem coming clean about its management upheaval.

In a brief statement, Seventh Generation announced that the board had removed its CEO and founder, Jeffrey Hollender, for "leadership" reasons. Hollender had built the firm over its 20 year history to one of the leading environmentally conscious household brands.

Hollender remains a major shareholder in the company, and his wife will continue to serve as a company employee and board member.

Seventh Generation employs about 80 people in Vermont and more than 100 system-wide. The company manufactures paper, household cleaning and baby care products and regularly issues goals for their production in environmentally sustainable ways. Its annual revenues are $150 million.

This week it committed itself to reduction of life cycle greenhouse gas emissions of its products by 15 percent by 2015.

Seventh Generation also made a commitment that 100 percent of its products would come from renewable plant and mineral sources by 2015, in addition to being backyard compostable or biodegradable. The company plans to identify and scrap all persistent or chronically toxic chemicals from its products by 2012.

Another new goal involves phasing out virgin plastic use by 2014.

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Fate of GM Sugar Beets Hangs in the Balance

Wed, 03 Nov 2010 15:26:54 +0000

Nov. 3, 2010 /EIN Presswire/ -- It looks like there's a day of reckoning ahead for many U.S. sugar beet growers caught between USDA approval of genetically modified (GM) seeds and a court's rejection of them.

Many groups are waging a legal battle to halt production of GM sugar beets because of concerns that the plants contaminate nearby nonbiotech crops. The modified crops have spawned "killer weeds" that have proven resistant to most herbicides, even when used in massive doses.

Yesterday, the USDA fired its latest shot in the controversy, a proposal to authorize the commercial production of the product under stricter regulations.

This is a big fight for the sugar beet industry since GM sugar beets now account for 95 percent of the U.S. crop.

Biotech giant Monsanto's "herbicide tolerant" crops have been controversial since they were introduced. For some scientists, the issue was obvious: introduction of high doses of a single chemical, year after year, would result in the exact conditions needed to breed resistance. Weeds with resistant genes would be the only weeds that could survive and breed, leading to superweeds that are unaffected even by massive herbicide spraying.

Despite concerns, the USDA approved Monsanto's seeds, farmers took them and heavy users of the crop, such as soft drink companies, became reliant on them. The industry virtually abandoned conventional sugar beets.

Sugar from sugar beets will account for about 60 percent of domestic U.S. production this year. If farmers can't plant GM seeds next spring, U.S. sugar production will be cut by about 20 percent, according to a USDA estimate.

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NY Farmers Going Organic, Selling Direct to Consumers

Mon, 01 Nov 2010 15:58:04 +0000

Nov. 1, 2010 /EIN Presswire/ -- In a new indicator of the growing influence of consumer demand for fresh food, the National Agricultural Statistics Service has released a study showing that 20 percent of New York State's farms now sell at least some of their products directly to consumers.

Farmers are even adjusting their traditional farming methods to accommodate new consumer demands, including the planting for winter crops, building covers to protect crops from winter wind, frost and snow, and heating greenhouses to grow warm weather crops in winter.

The proliferation of consumer interest in sustainable agriculture--from safety traceback and sustainability to organic and fairtrade--has created a demand of audits, certifications, labels and other assurances that is radically altering regional farming.

New York's Upstate Niagara Cooperative has decided to go completely hormone-free in 2011, trading chemicals that increase milk production for consumer assurance that no foreign additives will enter their milk supply.

For more organic food news, visit Organic Food News Today (http://organicfood.einnews.com), an organic food media monitoring service from EIN News.