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Food, Beverage and CPG Companies Continue Contributions to Disaster Relief Efforts
In the wake of the terrorist attacks on September 11, the member companies of the Grocery Manufacturers of America (GMA) continue efforts to provide major financial contributions as well as truckloads of food, beverages and other essential needs for the victims of this tragedy.
Farmer Jack Stores to Accept Donations For victims of New York City and Washington D.C. terrorist Attacks
Farmer Jack Supermarkets in metrolitan Detroit, Lansing and Toledo, will accept donations to benefit the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund.

Florida Citrus Leaders Voice Concern on U.S. Trade Deal

Citrus industry leaders told U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Ann Veneman onWednesday they are worried U.S negotiators willtreat the industry like a sacrificial lamb in worldtrade negotiations.
Kraft Foods Acquires Borden Shelf-Stable Pasta Line

Kraft Foods Inc. (NYSE: KFT - news), a global leader in branded foods and beverages, today announcedthat it has purchased the It's Pasta Anytime! convenient meal business and certain assets from Borden Foods Corporation. The brand was introduced in April 2000, andyear one retail revenues were about $36 million.
TECHNOLOGY:Virtual Reality

While some retailers have yet to embrace 3-D CAD technology, others are quickly becoming dependent on its ability to review colors, materials, fixtures, lighting programs, and even merchandising plans.

Food, Beverage and CPG Companies Continue Contributions to Disaster Relief Efforts