Chicago-based Fonterra USA (fonterra.com/us), an extension of New Zealand dairy co-op Anchor Dairy
(anchordairy.com/us), launches Organic carbonzero- Certified Butter. Audited and verified by Toitū Envirocare, the product is designed for consumers who want to live a more sustainable life and support companies dedicated to reducing their carbon footprint. The USDA certified organic butter is made with milk from grass-fed New Zealand cows that pasture graze 365 days a year, giving it a creamy taste and rich, golden hue. Packed 12 to a case, each 8-ounce block carries an $8.00 SRP.

MAPLE LEAF SALES UP 4.3%
Mississauga, Ontario-based Maple Leaf Foods reported sales up by 4.3% to $1,174.9 million (Canadian) for the first quarter ended March 31. Net loss was $57.7