PBH's Newest Research Reports Now Available

Dads are playing an increased role in the food purchases for the family, and helping to prepare family meals and feed young children.  But…how does Dad's role compare to that of Mom's?  A recent review of dads' child feeding practices suggests that there are many gaps in understanding dads' influence or how they differ from moms. Not only is this important for their child's health, but for their own health as well. With this background, the newest consumer research report from PBH, Dads' vs. Moms' Attitudes Related to Fruit & Vegetable Consumption, is now available.  The study, conducted throughout 2014, compared 600 moms with 600 dads.

The research and the development and distribution of the reports were made possible through the generous support of Bayer CropScience, Del Monte Fresh Produce, Monsanto Vegetable Seeds, and Produce Marketing Association.

The second report now available is the third in the series, 2015 Gap Analysis, The Fruit and Vegetable Consumption Challenge: How Federal Spending Falls Short of Addressing Public Health Needs.  Like the previous two reports, it was designed to assess the extent to which federal policy makers, through their spending decisions, have made fruits and vegetables a national public-health priority.  The report's two primary goals are: 1) Illuminate the national stake in greater fruit and vegetable consumption; and 2) Quantify the extent to which spending by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) reflects food consumption recommendations of the current Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2010 and the public health risks associated with inadequate consumption of fruits and vegetables.  To accomplish those goals, the report provides new estimates of:

• The gap between actual and recommended fruit and vegetable consumption levels.
• The nationwide health risks and economic costs due to the consumption gap.
• The extent to which USDA spending related to fruits and vegetables reflects the importance of fruits and vegetables in the 2010 Dietary Guidelines.
• The degree to which USDA spending on nutrition education addresses the fruit and vegetable consumption gap.
• The extent to which spending by HHS agencies, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), reflects health risks attributable to inadequate consumption of fruits and vegetables.
• The size of the federal fruit and vegetable spending gap.

Both reports are now available for download.

PBH 2015 Webinars: An Archived Resource

PBH offers free webinars on various topics for dietitians and other health professionals who work with consumers to improve diets by increasing fruit and vegetable consumption.  Topics are generally applicable to dietitians who work in extension offices, WIC clinics, supermarkets, or conduct any form of nutrition education or individual counseling.

Past webinars, and the accompanying presentation, are archived on the PBH Foundation website, and can be viewed when convenient.  Titles of past webinars include:

• 2015 State of the Plate: An Overview of Fruit & Vegetable Consumption Trends
• Understanding Food Risks
• The Whole Truth About 100% Fruit Juice
• Cans Get You Cooking!
• Building a Better Breakfast with High-Quality Protein and Produce
• California Raisins: Small Fruit, Mighty Nutrition

If you are interested in sponsoring a webinar in 2016, contact PBH's Development Team to learn more.

2016 Annual Conference – Registration Now Open!

Mark your calendars for PBH's 2016 Annual Conference: The Consumer Connection scheduled for April 4-6 at the Omni Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Montelucia.  This 5-star hotel, nestled at the base of Camelback Mountain, is an intimate oasis inspired by the exotic locale of Spain's Andalusia region.  Reminiscent of a picturesque Andalusian village, the resort features arching entryways, tranquil fountains and floral walkways.  

PBH's daily room rate during the conference, $250, is almost 50% off the regular room rate of $459 plus no resort fees and complimentary Wi-Fi in every guestroom!  If you haven't yet attended a PBH Annual Conference, 2016 is the PERFECT time to do so!  Registration is now open!

September Social Media Posts

School is officially back in session!  New schedules may become a little hectic but we've got you covered!  Help guide your fans through the first month of the new school year with our Grab N' Go themed social media posts!

Thank You! New and Returning Donors

Donor Recognition: Your Support Matters!

PBH is pleased to recognize the following companies who have contributed their support of the Foundation from July 29, 2015 through August 26, 2015.  Your generous contributions help support PBH's many activities to increase fruit and vegetable consumption. To find out how you can support PBH, and grow your business in the process, contact the PBH Development Department.

Returning Trustees ($10,000+ Annual Contribution):

Bayer CropScience
Domex Superfresh Growers

Returning Donors:

B & B Produce, Inc.
BelleHarvest Sales, Inc.
Blanc Industries
Coast Produce Company
Coast To Coast Produce, L.L.C.
HMC Farms
L & M Companies, Inc.
Michigan Apple Committee
Monterey Mushrooms, Inc.
National Raisin Company
NatureSweet, Ltd.
Save Mart Supermarkets
Unifrutti of America, Inc.
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc.
Walter P. Rawl & Sons, Inc.