Albertsons Cos. launches nutrition insights to Sincerely Health platform New digital enhancement offers nutrition insights on grocery food purchases based on USDA’s MyPlate. Industry News August 23, 2023 No Comments New functionality empowers customers to make informed food choices based on their dietary preferences, household size and age group.Read More
USDA should exercise reason when working with companies on recall decisions Companies often find themselves at an extreme disadvantage when dealing with USDA regarding potential recall of food products. Shawn K. Stevens August 23, 2023 One Comment It is well-known within the meat processing industry, with very few exceptions, that there is no such thing as a mandatory recall. Read More
USDA warns food purchase programs vendors against fraudulent phishing emails All information regarding USDA acquisitions will be published through the Web-Based Supply Chain Management system. Industry News August 18, 2023 No Comments The fake emails look like they are solicitations for bids sent by USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service.Read More
Independent Thoughts Securing meat processing grants requires preparation and focus 'It’s about finding a square peg for a square hole.' Fred Wilkinson August 3, 2023 No Comments A clearly communicated goal along with strong documentation to support your expansion plan is the key to winning the nod for funding. Read More
USDA issues a Packers and Stockyards complaint against Lake Odessa Livestock Auction Inc. and owner Lake Odessa and Lettinga receive an administrative complaint from the USDA for alleged violations of the Packers and Stockyards Act. Industry News August 2, 2023 No Comments Investigation shows Lake Odessa and Lettinga failed to properly maintain its custodial account.Read More
USDA purchases wild Alaska sockeye salmon Purchases are valued at approximately $68 million to participating Alaska seafood suppliers. Industry News July 28, 2023 No Comments USDA also purchases $8 million of Pacific rockfish fillets, which includes product from both Alaska and the West Coast.Read More
The Expanded Food Safety Investigation Act – a solution searching for a problem? It is not clear the proposed legislation is necessary or responsive to any actionable issue. Shawn K. Stevens July 26, 2023 No Comments U.S. Rep. Rosa DeLauro, D-Conn., recently reintroduced the Expanded Food Safety Investigation Act. Read More
USDA issues Packers and Stockyards complaints USDA issues complaints for alleged violations of the Packers and Stockyards Act. Industry News July 21, 2023 No Comments U.S. Department of Agriculture issues complaints against Thomas D. Unger and Ravenna Auction LLC and Laverne Lettinga.Read More
USDA settles pair of Packers and Stockyards cases Rulings involve Missouri and Pennsylvania firms. Industry News July 19, 2023 No Comments Cases involve Joplin Regional Stockyards Inc. and Adam Smith Livestock.Read More
USDA launches partnership with state attorneys general to reduce anticompetitive barriers in food, agriculture supply chains July 19, 2023 No Comments Partnership between USDA and attorneys general in 31 states and the District of Columbia aims to enhance competition in meat and poultry processing and other markets.Read More