Dennis Schaardt's award-winning products, character, work ethic, service and passion for the meat industry earn him a spot in the Cured Meats Hall of Fame.
The Mindful Awards program recognizes companies and products that prioritize transparency, fair wages, sustainable business practices, recycled or recyclable materials, and natural or organic ingredients.
This prestigious award acknowledges exceptional professionals in the food industry who exhibit remarkable leadership skills, accomplish significant achievements, mentor their peers, and contribute to the overall success of their respective companies, thereby serving as an inspiration to others.
The ruling is consistent with the assessment by the European Union and Chinese patent offices, which denied similar attempted patents by this industry player.
NEW ORLEANS – Creekstone Farms Cure Camp brought together about two dozen chefs to sharpen their skills in butchery, curing, dry and wet aging, sausage making, and more.
Under the temporary allowance, a portion of synthetic sodium nitrite and sodium erythorbate used to cure a ham could be substituted with sodium nitrite from a plant-based source.
Some establishments under federal inspection are experiencing supply chain shortages of synthetic sodium nitrite used to cure meat and poultry products.