That information was the basis for the first issue of the pork industry Marketing Research Center s new monthly service to provide pork facts to consumer publications. The first edition reports results of the 2000 National Eating Trends survey, which shows Americans top choice for sandwiches is pork. Research also shows that ham sandwiches usually are made from lunch meat and include cheese, white bread and mayonnaise. Six other sessions are scheduled from August through November. Registration information is available at pork s website.
Certification is good for two years.
In April, more than 4,000 producers will have their certification expire and need to renew. See the PQA manual and review the Level III section with a verifier a veterinarian, extension specialist or agricultural education instructor. Sodexho Marriott s K-12 school promotion Planet Healthy is scheduled to begin March 26 and will be featured in 3,500 schools. This promotion will reach 560,000 students a day. Featured items will include ham, sausage and pork roast.