7-Eleven acquiring 204 Stripes stores Deal includes Laredo Taco Company restaurants. Industry News January 16, 2024 No Comments 7-Eleven, Inc. will own and operate all Stripes and Laredo Taco Company locations across the U.S. Read More
Kroger, Albertsons and C&S clarify merger timeline Kroger plans to invest an incremental $1 billion to raise wages and comprehensive benefits for all associates post-close. Industry News January 16, 2024 No Comments Kroger has pledged to invest $500 million to reduce prices as well as an incremental $1.3 billion to enhance the customer experience. Read More
Poultry facility cited after teen worker pulled into machine suffers fatal injuries Second fatal incident in just over two years for Mar-Jac Poultry MS LLC. Industry News January 16, 2024 No Comments OSHA has proposed $212,646 in penalties.Read More
USDA to kick off the National Agricultural Classification Survey The survey helps determine who should receive a 2027 Census of Agriculture questionnaire. Industry News January 16, 2024 No Comments The survey enables USDA to get a complete count of U.S. farmers and ranchers.Read More
Butcher certification program broadens U.S. red meat utilization in China USMEF partners with a culinary center to provide hands-on training and promote underutilized cuts to butchers in processing, retail and foodservice. Industry News January 16, 2024 No Comments Training sessions focus on U.S. beef chuck roll, beef tri-tip, pork CT butt and pork spareribs.Read More
National Turkey Federation and Kansas City Barbeque Society kick off 5th year of Turkey Smoke Series The event features professional and amateur pitmasters showcasing the versatility and creativity of turkey on the smoker or grill. Industry News January 16, 2024 No Comments Turkey Smoke will be integrated into 20 competitions across the country.Read More
Nebraska Department of Agriculture will award additional IPAP grant funds More than $5 million will fund improving and expanding Nebraska’s meat processing capabilities in 2024. Industry News January 15, 2024 No Comments Previous recipients of grant funding will be eligible to apply, but preference will be given to applicants not previously awarded funding.Read More
Co-branded Johnny Rockets and Hurricane Wings makes West Coast debut Burgers and wings pairing plants roots in the Los Angeles area. Industry News January 15, 2024 No Comments The first Johnny Rockets restaurant opened June 6, 1986, on the iconic Melrose Avenue in Los Angeles. Read More
Programmatic Environmental Assessment for Local Meat Capacity Grants program available The PEA analyzes and discloses the potential environmental impacts associated with the establishment of the Local MCap grant program. Industry News January 15, 2024 No Comments The U.S. Department of Agriculture has made available the final Programmatic Environmental Assessment (PEA) for the Local Meat Capacity (Local MCap) Grants program.Read More
SmokeSlam barbecue event planned in Memphis Categories will include Whole Hog, Ribs and Pulled Pork, with prizes awarded across five places per category. Industry News January 15, 2024 No Comments The SmokeSlam event aims to be an inclusive event that enhances the rich tradition of barbecue in Memphis.Read More