Fry’s readies for possible walkout by union members; advertises for strike replacements
Fry’s, Safeway prepping for possible strike Fearing more food shortages, Cubans protest government takeover of farmers markets
Cubans fear more gov’t control of farmers markets Chickens, fresh apples and other local foods can give indigestion to local officialsChickens finally can roost legally in Bozeman, Mont. Michelle Obama visits farmers market near White House, promotes eating locally grown foodWASHINGTON — First lady Michelle Obama bought cheese, fingerling potatoes, eggs, black kale and other items Thursday at the launch of a new farmers market blocks from the White House. Report: Communities should make it easier for families to make fat-fighting healthy choicesWASHINGTON — Where you live matters when it comes to children’s waistlines, says a report that finds lots of options localities could and should use to fight child obesity — from easy bike paths, to luring healthier stores, to taxes on junk food. ‘Nutritious, delicious!’ Roving truck brings fruits, vegetables to Detroit neighborhoodDETROIT — In a neighborhood served by 26 liquor stores but only one grocery, a community group is peddling fresh fruits and vegetables like ice cream. For frugal food shoppers, dented tomato cans, crushed cereal boxes are too good to pass upARVADA, Colo. — You won’t find a perfectly ripe tomato at Martin Palumbo’s grocery store. You won’t even find a perfect can of tomatoes. Associated Food Stores to buy 36 Albertsons stores in Utah from SupervaluSALT LAKE CITY — Grocery wholesaler Associated Food Stores Inc. says it has agreed to buy 36 Albertsons stores in Utah from Minneapolis-based Supervalu Inc. Farmers Market in Los Angeles celebrates 75th yearLOS ANGELES — L.A.’s famous Farmers Market at Third and Fairfax is marking its 75th year with a weeklong celebration in mid-July. Meltdown 101: A look at how food prices are set and how they fit into the larger economyIn a sour economy, you can pad your budget by cutting out cable, trips to restaurants and vacations. But you can’t cut out food. Gullah communities on South Carolina sea islands open farmers marketCHARLESTON, S.C. — A new farmers market has opened near the Gullah communities on South Carolina’s sea islands. |
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