Top Virginia ag products include broilers, cattle and calves USDA Economic Research Service releases Cash Receipts by State data for calendar year 2022. Industry News January 18, 2024 No Comments The total cash receipts for Virginia commodities in 2022 were $5.05 billion, which includes $3.4 billion for animals and products. Read More
Cargill wins two 2024 BIG Innovation Awards Cargill receives BIG Innovation Award recognition for the second time. Industry News January 18, 2024 No Comments Business Intelligence Group recognizes Cargill in Agriculture Organization and Product categories.Read More
First Watch launches first seasonal menu of 2024 First Watch's seasonal menus change every ten weeks, five times a year. Industry News January 18, 2024 No Comments First seasonal menu for the year features items inspired by regional foodie hot spots like Brooklyn, New York and Mexico City.Read More
Panera introduces two new melts New melt offerings include the Bacon Avocado Melt and Southwest Chicken Melt. Industry News January 17, 2024 No Comments The new Bacon Avocado Melt features applewood smoked bacon, fresh avocado, smoked gouda, everything bagel seasoning blend and chipotle aioli on toasted sourdough.Read More
Freddy's opens 62 new restaurants in 2023 Brand hopes to reach 800 operating restaurants by 2026. Industry News January 17, 2024 No Comments Fast-casual restaurant concept opens 500th location.Read More
November pork export value highest in 30 months Asia headwinds persist for beef. Industry News January 17, 2024 No Comments Record performances in Mexico, Central America and Colombia fuel November U.S. pork export levels.Read More
Jersey Mike's plans major expansion in Canada Sub sandwich company plans to open 300 locations over 10 years. Industry News January 17, 2024 No Comments This marks the first major international expansion for Jersey Mike’s in its 68-year history. Read More
Tuna-based snack company receives approval for nationwide distribution East Coast Tuna Candy launches new flavors of its snacks in time for the company's nationwide distribution approval. Industry News January 17, 2024 No Comments East Coast Tuna Candy introduces Pineapple and Pineapple Habanero seafood snack options.Read More
USDA and Idaho offer competitive grant funding through RFSI Idaho is accepting applications for this Infrastructure Grant funding through March 15, 2024. Industry News January 17, 2024 No Comments USDA and Idaho are offering over $5.5 million in funding for projects designed to build resilience across the middle of the supply chain. Read More
Hormel and AWG donate 6,000 pounds of Hormel Cure 81 hams Hormel Foods and Associated Wholesale Grocers donate hams to a local Harvesters food bank to help fight hunger. Industry News January 17, 2024 No Comments Companies make donations as part of the 34th annual Hormel Cure 81 Hams for Hunger program.Read More