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A look at topics and business news
to help producers and suppliers
build their operations, keep
informed on industry issues, and
stay prepared for challenges.
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Maker Mix
How to talk to manufacturers
about your product, overheard in
the Community Hub, and industry
voices about challenges affecting
the specialty food industry.
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Maker Q&A: Working
With Co-Manufacturers
The specialty food industry
continues to wrestle with ongoing
supply chain issues in the wake of
the pandemic, driven by freight
delays, ingredient out-of-stocks,
and a tight labor market.
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Regulatory Update:
Strengthening Organic
Enforcement
The USDA has proposed the most
sweeping changes to organic
regulations since the Organic
Production Act of 1990.
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20 cheese focus
CHEERS TO
CHEESE AND BEER
Fall is the perfect time to cross-
promote and sample craft beers
with specialty cheeses.
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HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS
Meal starters prepared with
specialty ingredients will set the
tone for larger, home-based
gatherings.
PHOTO: MARK FERRI
FOOD STYLING:
LESLIE ORLANDINI
PROPS STYLING:
FRANCINE MATALON-DEGNI
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