We trust our board of directors will make decisions in the best interest of our shareholders.

Naming a replacement will be a top priority.

Through communication there will be trust. and with trust it will be possible to discuss problems of mutual interest with more tolerance and more understanding.

The city residents trust in Scott Hardy that he is representing their interest as a whole as opposed to being biased and representing Ted Lockwood's interest.

We are testing combinations of oils as well, to learn how they affect taste, cooking procedures, holding times and shelf life. As usual, consumers will tell us if they like the changes we intend to make.

As a company, we do not comment on rumors and speculation in the marketplace.