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On behalf of the International Premium Cigar and Pipe Retailers Association (IPCPR for those in the know), General Cigar has pledged $20,000 for cleanup efforts in the Gulf of Mexico. General Cigar will donate the money to  Ducks Unlimited, the world’s leader in wetlands and waterfowl conservation. General Cigar spokesperson Debo Mukherjee, VP of Marketing, states in a press release that General Cigar chose Ducks Unlimited to receive support funds because they have been “particularly pleased with their response to the oil spill.”

Those following this blog, and aficionados in general, all know that Louisiana and the entire Gulf region are hosting the IPCPR events, which run from August 9 – 13th this year. General Cigar will be formally presenting a check for the donation on Tuesday, August 10, 2010 at the tradeshow.

We applaud  General Cigar, Co. and their effort to make a difference in one of the messiest oil spills in history. During a time when lawmakers are imposing taxes on tobacco enthusiasts, and enjoying a smoke is becoming a taboo, we’re proud to see one of the biggest names in cigars stand tall among the crowd. General Cigar is a subsidiary of Swedish Match and produces Macanudo, Partagas, Cohiba, Punch, Excalibur, Hoyo de Monterrey, La Gloria Cubana, as well as numerous other cigar brands.

Way to go General Cigar, today’s puff is for you. Many thanks to Patrick Lagried for the article.