Smithfield buys dry-sausage production plant from Cargill Transaction fuels Smithfield's strategy of continued growth in the value-added packaged meats segment. Industry News June 6, 2024 No Comments Production from the acquired facility will support Smithfield's existing portfolio of dry-sausage brands, adding dry-sausage production capacity of 50 million pounds per year. Read More
Wayne-Sanderson Farms announces new SVP & general manager of retail After 27 years with Wayne-Sanderson Farms, David Gadd becomes the new SVP and general manager of the retail business unit. Industry News June 6, 2024 No Comments The nation's third-largest poultry producer promotes David Gadd from vice president of retail sales.Read More
Starrett launches new saw blades for meat processors Starrett expands and diversifies its meat-cutting solutions. Industry News June 5, 2024 No Comments The L.S. Starrett Co. introduces new Skinner Blades and Stainless Steel Reciprocating Saw Blades.Read More
Kemin facility dedicated to clean-label protein ingredients achieves GFSI certification Facility also implements the USDA Process Verified Program and achieves organic certification. Industry News June 5, 2024 No Comments Certification enables company to expand production of clean-label functional proteins at Missouri-based facility.Read More
Cantrell Mechanical Solutions brings on new Canada regional sales manager Peter Goffe joins the CMS team. Industry News June 4, 2024 No Comments New Canada regional sales manager offers extensive experience with large poultry processing equipment companies.Read More
Washington supports local producers with $7.3 million in grant funding Washington accepts applications for this Infrastructure Grant funding through July 15, 2024. Industry News May 31, 2024 No Comments Washington State Department of Agriculture utilizes funding to expand capacity for processing, aggregation and distribution of agricultural products.Read More
Whetstone Distribution expands Midwest presence through Pritzlaff Wholesale Meats acquisition Whetstone Distribution, a platform of regional food distributors, acquires Pritzlaff Wholesale Meats. Industry News May 30, 2024 No Comments With the acquisition of Pritzlaff, Whetstone further expands its offerings to include services for restaurants as well as grocery customers. Read More
Maple Leaf Foods consolidates Brantford, Ontario, facility with existing plant network Maple Leaf Foods closes its Brantford, Ontario, plant. Industry News May 30, 2024 No Comments Company works with the affected team members to provide support and assistance through the transition.Read More
Poultry processing solutions company Jarrett Foods appoints new president Jarrett Foods brings on Terry Willis as president. Industry News May 29, 2024 No Comments New company president brings 45 years of experience in the poultry industry to Jarrett Foods.Read More
Cattle Education Trunks with Caitlin Jackson of Georgia Beef Board Effort targets students K-12. May 29, 2024 No Comments This conversation highlights the most important lessons about the meat industry the board hopes students will learn. Read More