News and new products from the show floor at Pack Expo 2024 Suppliers show off the latest in packaging and handling innovations. November 7, 2024 No Comments Pack Expo International 2024 spanned 1.3 million square feet and brought together 2,700 exhibitors.Read More
Krispy Krunchy Chicken names chief operations officer New COO has a proven track record of success and growth in C-stores. Industry News November 7, 2024 No Comments Matt Testa joins hot food concept Krispy Krunchy Chicken as COO.Read More
Red Lobster appoints COO Former Maggiano's Little Italy executive joins the Red Lobster leadership team. Industry News November 7, 2024 No Comments Red Lobster brings on Larry Konecny as chief operating officer.Read More
Butter and lard as coating materials in beef aging Overall, lipid-coated aging did not show clear advantages over wet aging. Jonatã Henrique Rezende-de-Souza Gabriel Barão Arias Blanco Sérgio Bertelli Pflanzer November 7, 2024 No Comments Differences in volatile composition highlight how aging methods and treatment characteristics influence the meat's volatile profile, resulting in distinct sensory characteristics for each aging type.Read More
Pork exports on pace for annual record Pork exports positioned to set annual volume and value records in 2024. Industry News November 6, 2024 No Comments September red meat exports sit above year-ago volumes and values.Read More
Denver voters reject ordinance banning slaughterhouses Proposal would have threatened up to 20% of US lamb production. Industry News November 6, 2024 No Comments 'They're losers. And we're winners,' Superior Farms CEO Rick Stott says regarding results of the vote.Read More
Pack Expo hosts largest show yet PMMI unveils new report finding automation and sustainability are driving the U.S. packaging machinery market. Industry News November 6, 2024 No Comments Largest event hosted at McCormick Place this year spotlights industry growth, innovation and sustainability.Read More
Perdue Foundation grant funds playground revitalization in Pennsylvania The donation is part of the company’s Delivering Hope to Our Neighbors outreach. Industry News November 6, 2024 No Comments Effort focuses on improving quality of life and building stronger communities.Read More
Commentary: SMA Navigating labor challenges in the meat industry With an aging workforce and increased competition for workers, businesses often struggle to meet staffing needs. Lacy Bates November 6, 2024 No Comments Processors must leverage employment-based immigration and domestic recruitment to manage labor shortages while embracing technological solutions. Read More
USPOULTRY’s 2024 Poultry Protein & Fat Seminar emphasizes leadership, innovation and young professionals in rendering Presenters detail rendering's role in sustainability efforts. Industry News November 6, 2024 No Comments Presentations were offered on an array of topics including leadership, wastewater treatment and attracting young talent to the rendering industry.Read More