NARA announces first National Rendering Day The new National Rendering Day is April 21. Industry News April 18, 2023 No Comments The rendering process safely, hygienically and sustainably processes unconsumed meat into new products and goods so nothing is wasted. Read More
The Habit Burger Grill introduces the Jalapeño Char burger The new menu item makes its limited debut April 19. Industry News April 18, 2023 No Comments While the Jalapeño Char is spicy, it is complemented by the other ingredients for a balanced heat.Read More
Omaha Steaks launches PureGround Burgers The company is offering the chance to win a lifetime supply of the new PureGround Burgers. Industry News April 18, 2023 No Comments Lifetime supply of burgers offer is limited to one burger-obsessed fan who volunteers to get a hyper-realistic burger tattoo.Read More
Perdue Farms and Delmarva Shorebirds launch 2023 Perdue Strike Out Hunger Challenge on Delmarva The challenge is operating in partnership with the three Delmarva food banks. Industry News April 17, 2023 No Comments For one in seven people in the Delmarva Peninsula, hunger is a very real struggle.Read More
NPPC Q2 economic update highlights pork industry challenges and opportunities Pork production increased 2.3% through the first quarter. Industry News April 17, 2023 No Comments The USDA is projecting a 1.4% annual increase in pork production in 2023. Read More
McDonald’s U.S.A. makes improvements to its burgers Burger changes are making their U.S. debut this year. Industry News April 17, 2023 No Comments McDonalds's chefs have been cooking up small improvements to the Big Mac sandwich, McDouble burger and their classic Cheeseburger, Double Cheeseburger and Hamburger. Read More
Teagasc welcomes peer-reviewed publication confirming meat's critical role in society Publication from Animal Frontiers affirms scientific evidence of livestock and meat benefits. Industry News April 17, 2023 No Comments Animal Frontiers is the third-most-cited journal in agriculture, dairy, and animal science. Read More
USDA announces poultry purchase program Products are for the National School Lunch Program and other federal food nutrition assistance programs. Industry News April 17, 2023 No Comments Solicitations will be issued in the near future for deliveries beginning July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024. Read More
Researchers evaluate egg wash sanitizers to reduce Salmonella contamination on and in turkey eggs The peroxide product proved to be the most effective. Industry News April 14, 2023 No Comments None of the sanitizers tested in the trial caused damage to the cuticle, and Salmonella did not penetrate the egg.Read More
Certified Angus Beefs hosts student event to connect the next generation of ranchers and chefs The event included five Johnson & Wales culinary students alongside five young Angus ranchers. Industry News April 14, 2023 No Comments The 10 students studied everything from sustainable food systems to livestock genetics.Read More