Volpi Foods launches new grab-and-go meat snack New Snack Cups contain 13 grams of protein per serving. Industry News January 23, 2024 No Comments Volpi's new Snack Cups are available in two flavors, Fontina Cheese with Genoa Salame and Cheddar Cheese with Uncured Pepperoni.Read More
USDA-FAS highlights efforts to expand US pork presence in Chile USDA-FAS promotes US food and agricultural products in South America. Industry News January 22, 2024 No Comments Hormel Foods partners with Chilean distributor Nutrisco.Read More
FSIS issues public health alert for raw, frozen pork dumpling products A recall was not requested because the products are no longer available for purchase. Industry News January 19, 2024 No Comments Alert is due to Dim Sum Factory Inc. producing and distributing raw, frozen pork dumpling products without the benefit of federal inspection. Read More
NPPC brings on assistant vice president of state and national relations Iowa native joins the National Pork Producers Council. Industry News January 18, 2024 No Comments Steph Carlson is set to serve as the primary NPPC point of contact for state pork organizations. Read More
Acceligen publishes scientific paper on breeding PRRSV-resistant pigs Acceligen is uniquely breeding pigs resistant to PRRSV-1 and PRRSV-2. Industry News January 18, 2024 No Comments Acceligen is announcing publication of their work in Antiviral Research.Read More
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
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
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
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
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