B2B and foodservice leader Wayne Farms makes major move into consumer retail space.

McDaniel assumes responsibility for all fresh processing business unit operations, including oversight of sales, production and live operations for assets across 10 complex facilities in five states.

Each year, Wayne Farms recognizes those contributions during the annual Carrier Awards banquet and awards ceremony.

The Clean Water Award is presented annually to poultry processing facilities with exemplary wastewater treatment and reuse programs.

NPFDA honored two industry leaders during the Annual NPFDA Convention in Atlanta January 31.

Carriers were recognized with awards in Local and Long-Haul Carrier categories, along with the 2017 Customer Service Award.

He replaces John Flood, who has announced his retirement after leading the Prepared Foods organization for seven years.