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Building a Food Culture

Modern Restaurant Management

And in talking about bringing stability into our food businesses, culture can be that secret ingredient that makes all the difference in attracting the right people, retaining good people, and creating a powerhouse team. However, for those of us in the produce and food industries, what are critical parts that make up a food culture?

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Why Farmworkers Are Especially at Risk for COVID-19

EATER

But more than half tested positive , and the farm turned out to be one of the first confirmed clusters of the virus among agricultural workers. despite the fact that their employer, Stemilt Ag Services, one of the state’s largest ag labor employers, had from the start implemented extensive safety measures to minimize their risks.

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Surviving COVID-19: 7 Financing Options for Restaurants

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Economic Injury Disaster Loans (EIDLs) were also a hot commodity, but the government has since limited application to the agriculture industry—so they're not any use to restaurant owners at this time. These government-backed loans carry loan amounts up to $5 million with low-interest rates and generous repayment terms.

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Top 10 Shared Kitchens in Ohio

The Food Corridor

Findlay Kitchen is a non-profit food business incubator, located in the heart of the historic Findlay Market district. Findlay Kitchen supports food entrepreneurs looking to start, grow and scale their business, by providing affordable access to 11 licensed commercial kitchens, commercial-grade kitchen equipment, and ample storage space.

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Grocery Store Shortages Are Back. Here’s Why.

EATER

began paying attention to food supply chains in a new way. began paying attention to food supply chains in a new way. Once again, experts and food companies say that there is plenty of food in the country, but a bundle of factors along the supply chain appear to be preventing it from getting to shoppers.

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What Now? COVID-19 Survival Guide for Restaurants

Modern Restaurant Management

" "This is a very challenging time, and we're experiencing something we have never had to deal with before," said Jennifer Petrocelli, executive director of The Preston House & Hotel, a participating restaurant. "We The National Restaurant Association has provided a list of best practices to ensure business continuity.

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How Convenience Store Food Is Fixing Its Reputation

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Convenience store food has a reputation problem. Convenience store food used to be a punch line — a food that no one in their right mind would eat unless they were either desperate, out of options, or trying to be funny. . According to the NACS, food service now accounts for over 22.6% Don’t believe me?

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