New initiative optimizes economic, environmental viability of minority-owned cattle herds Two-year program offers livestock herd health information, education and training to cattle ranchers operating small farms. Industry News July 23, 2024 No Comments Program provides on-farm cattle working workshops and demonstrations to educate and train underserved ranchers.Read More
New report details economic impact of pork industry National Pork Producers Council releases economic contribution report detailing the impact America’s pig farmers have on the agricultural and overall economy. Industry News July 23, 2024 No Comments Report highlights the pork industry’s value chain contributions and trends in production and industry structure. Read More
Darden Restaurants to acquire Chuy's Holdings Darden expects pretax net synergies of approximately $15 million by end of fiscal 2026. Industry News July 23, 2024 No Comments Transaction to close in Darden's fiscal second quarter.Read More
Beef supply shortfall driving record wholesale and retail prices Current prices are near the previous cyclical peak in 2014-15, Altin Kalo July 23, 2024 No Comments The June 2024 average price for all types of ground beef sold at retail was $5.71 a pound, 5% higher than a year ago.Read More
USDA settles three Packers and Stockyards cases Joe Dax Tyler of Muldrow, Okla, issues nine nonsufficient funds checks for livestock payments. Industry News July 22, 2024 No Comments AMS investigations finds Indiana Halal LLC failed to pay timely for 839 head of livestock.Read More
Meat department enjoys steady June sales results Chicken, lamb and exotics post strong June pound gains. Anne-Marie Roerink July 22, 2024 No Comments Prices in the fresh perimeter were up 1.2% in June versus year ago, while center-store grocery prices increased 1.9%.Read More
JBS invests over $3.5M in Southeast Iowa Investments range from developing housing to contributing $50,000 to build a state-of-the-art youth soccer complex at Legacy Fields. Industry News July 22, 2024 No Comments Hometown Strong program supports Ottumwa, Iowa, community.Read More
Margherita brand launches all-natural charcuterie line Margherita grows specialty dry sausage selection with new All-Natural Charcuterie Cuts line. Industry News July 22, 2024 No Comments New dry sausage product assortment launches nationwide at retail.Read More
Patagonia Provisions introduces new tinned sardines at retail Patagonia Provisions fishing practices reduce bycatch and prevent overharvest. Industry News July 19, 2024 No Comments Patagonia Provisions launches tinned seafood product in three varieties.Read More
USDA makes key staff appointments, promotions USDA promotes Eric Deeble to deputy under secretary for marketing and regulatory programs. Industry News July 19, 2024 No Comments USDA announces three senior staff promotions.Read More