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USDA Forest Service Unveils Proposed Planning Rule
The USDA Forest Service has unveiled its proposed Forest Planning Rule which would “establish a new national framework to develop land management plans that protect water and wildlife and promote vibrant communities.”…
Knight Rifles to Resume Operations; Production to Begin this Month
Muzzleloader manufacturer Knight Rifles announced recently that the company plans resumed operations and begun production of its 2011 line in February…
TRCP Promotes Conservation Measures in Proposed Forest Service Regulations
New proposed planning regulations released recently by the U.S. Forest Service that govern the revision, amendment and development of national forest and grassland management plans present “an opportunity for long-term sustainability of fish and wildlife
Bakers’ January Comps Slide 1.3%
Bakers Footwear Group, Inc. reported sales in the four-week period ended Jan. 29 were $11.5 million, a decrease of 3.2% from $11.9 million for the four-weeks ended January 30, 2010. Comparable store sales decreased 1.3%, compared to an increase of 0.8% fo
Unifi Doubles Q2 Net Income on 13% Sales Gain
Unifi, Inc., a major provider of recycled polyester yarns to outdoor apparel brands, more than doubled its net income to $5.4 million in the second fiscal quarter ended Dec. 26, 2010, compared a year earlier. Net sales increased $19 million, or 13%, to $1
Sport Chalet Narrows Losses, Improves Cash Flow in Q3
Sport Chalet, Inc. narrowed its losses to $900,000 for the third quarter ended Dec. 26, 2010 and reduced the outstanding balance on its revolving credit facility by $14.3 million. The retailer dramatically improved its cash flow from operations and ended
K-Swiss/FORM Athletics Signs MMA Fighter Jon ‘Bones’ Jones
K-Swiss announced a multi-year endorsement with Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) fighter Jon “Bones” Jones for both the K-Swiss and FORM Athletics brands…
Zumiez January Comps Surge 20.8%
Zumiez Inc. said total net sales for the four-week period ended Jan. 29, 2011 increased 20.8% to $26.7 million, compared to $22.1 million for the four-week period ended Jan. 30, 2010…
Haglöfs Exceeds Plan in 2010, Primed for Global Growth
Haglöfs' new CEO said the Scandinavian maker of outdoor products exceeded plan in 2010 after adjusting for the effect of exchange rates and that its acquisition last year by Asics Corp. will allow it to pursue global expansion at a more rapid pace…
Winchester President Retires After 42 Years with Company
Richard Hammett, Olin Corporation Vice President and President, Winchester, has announced his intention to retire effective Feb. 28, 2011…
Procter and Gamble Donates $300,000 for NFL PLAY 60
As part of its Official NFL sponsorship, Procter & Gamble has partnered with NFL PLAY 60, the league's campaign to fight childhood obesity. Through its season-long support, P&G has donated $300,000, which has helped create health centers, rehabbed pl
Scott Sports Streamlines U.S. Bicycle Sales Structure
SCOTT Sports streamlined the company's U.S. Bicycle sales structure from a three-region management system into just East and West regions…
FMC Solicits Comments on Slow Steaming Practices
The Federal Maritime Commission wants to know how slow steaming has affected ocean liner carrier operations and shippers’ international supply chains. The agency also wants to hear about how the practice has affected the cost and/or price of ocean l
Anvil Knitwear Joins Cotton Made in Africa Initiative
Anvil Knitwear become the first US-based apparel manufacturer to join the Cotton made in Africa (CmiA) initiative…
Under Armour Moves into Cotton
Under Armour, Inc. revealed its long-awaited move into cotton with the launch of its Charged Cotton collection…
