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  • A Product Recall of Carob’s ‘Mint Miniatures’ and ‘Brown Rice Crunch Squares’

    A Product Recall of Carob’s ‘Mint Miniatures’ and ‘Brown Rice Crunch Squares’

    On April 22, 2011, a product recall was announced for two of Simple Food’s products. This product recall was made by Commissioner Darrel Aubertine of the Department of Agriculture due to the presence of milk, which is considered to be a common food allergen. The recalled Simple Foods products are ‘Mini Miniatures’ and ‘Brown Rice…

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  • Seniors Get Farmers Market Coupons in the Mail

    Seniors Get Farmers Market Coupons in the Mail

    Louisiana’s Department of Agriculture, as well as the Department of Forestry’s Agro-Consumer Services recently sent qualified seniors farmers market coupons this week. Over $370,000 worth of coupons were delivered via mail to seniors as part of the state’s nutrition program. The program aims to help older residents buy fresh vegetables and fruits that have been…

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