This week’s installment of Independent Thoughts might be better named Random Thoughts, namely some unrelated news items gleaned from the always interesting wide world of meat.

The problem was discovered when the establishment reported to FSIS that it received confirmation from their third-party lab that a product contact surface sample returned as positive for Listeria monocytogenes.

Like The 1921 Slider, both variations are 100% beef patties, seared and seasoned, topped with lettuce, pickles, a slice of Roma tomato, and grilled caramelized onions, and served on White Castle's signature bun.

New items include the Pulled Pork Fried Pie, Buffalo Chicken Chips, Meat Master Sandwich, RibFest, and Colossal RibFeast for two.

Pizzas can go straight from the oven to the table in less than 20 minutes, and come in four classic and artisanal varieties including Five Cheese, Meat Trio, Uncured Pepperoni, and Fire Roasted Vegetable. 

Greater Omaha Packing Co. is pleased to hire Sara Cover for the newly created position of supplier development program manager. 

The U.S. Meat Export Federation recently hosted meat processors from across Latin America at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln for a further processing seminar.

Directors and staff of the South Dakota Beef Industry Council (SDBIC) will gather Sept.7, 2022, at Drifters Conference Center in Fort Pierre, S.D.

Now in its 8th year, the competition showcases the top steak producers and suppliers from around the world, all competing in the categories of fillet, ribeye, and sirloin.

The Choice menu is available across all dayparts, making it easier for guests to order their IHOP meal combinations both in-restaurant and through the brand’s updated mobile app and website.