Here’s a common sense solution to labeling organic and handling the concerns over GMO’s.  It’s frustrating to find out that the plan was already laid out during the Clinton Administration but that the USDA has two internal monitoring groups that are at odds with each other.   Read the full story here – [link]

New research from Washington State University has found statistically significant heart healthy differences in Organic Whole Milk versus Non-Organic.   It makes sense that organic foods should be safer, healthier, and simply better for you but finding research that supports this view has been limited at times.  Here’s a link to the latest information coming from the study at WSU.  [link]

Sustainable agriculture and ethical practices are vitally important to maintaining a food system that can support the planet’s population.  We’re fortunate to have the focus and research towards that goal right here in our backyard.  To learn more about The Center for Agroecology & Sustainable Food Systems, located at the UC Santa Cruz, click here – [link]

Our efforts to reduce our carbon impact on the environment continue to improve.  Late last year we finished the solar expansion that powers our candy making facility.  We just received this image which shows the installation on top of our buildings.  Check this out!