U.S. Roundtable for Sustainable Beef announces Grazing Management Plan Development Module The module serves as a tool for cattle producers overseeing a grazing operation to develop and implement a written grazing management plan. Industry News November 9, 2023 No Comments Grazing Management Plan Development Module is free to all cattle producers and can also serve as a tool for those working directly with producers on their grazing management. Read More
Amcor and Nova Chemicals announce agreement to source mechanically recycled polyethylene Amcor intends to use mechanically recycled polyethylene resin in flexible packaging films. Industry News November 8, 2023 No Comments Increasing the use of rPE in flexible packaging applications is an important element of Amcor’s commitment to support packaging circularity. Read More
Registration open for IPPE educational symposium on feed and sustainability AFIA opens registration for an educational symposium, 'Feed Your ESG: How Feed Will Help Hit Sustainability Targets.' Industry News November 7, 2023 No Comments Symposium will equip industry experts, researchers and stakeholders with information on how animal feed can help them meet their sustainability goals.Read More
Maple Leaf Foods challenges Canadians to disconnect during dinner Nov. 7 marks Maple Leaf Foods' second annual Little Changes Day. Industry News November 1, 2023 No Comments Maple Leaf Foods celebrates four years of maintaining carbon neutrality with Disconnected Dinner Challenge.Read More
Batory Foods appoints first chief people & sustainability officer The chief people & sustainability officer will lead the company's initiatives to foster a culture of sustainability, diversity and inclusion. Industry News November 1, 2023 No Comments National distributor appoints Rita Ramirez to new position.Read More
State of the Industry 2023: Overview Post-COVID hangover lingers Ongoing labor challenges power embrace of automation. Dan Emery November 1, 2023 No Comments For consumers, expectations for meal delivery and pickup are a lasting change adopted during the pandemic.Read More
State of the Industry 2023: Animal Welfare Animal ag industry struggles to define sustainability Animal agriculture in the U.S. has made leaps and bounds of progress toward emission reductions. Morgan J. Young October 31, 2023 No Comments Farmers and ranchers, by nature, are stewards of the land and care about animal health and well-being.Read More
State of the Industry 2023: Sustainability Sustainability on consumers’ radar Shoppers define sustainability in different ways. Meat & Livestock Australia October 30, 2023 No Comments Younger consumers in particular look for reassurance that they’re making good choices for themselves, their families, and the planet. Read More
State of the Industry 2023: Seafood Smoother seas await seafood industry 2024 Long-term dietary trends bolster outlook. Megan Rider October 29, 2023 No Comments Processors, retailers and foodservice operators can capitalize on the widespread availability of premium species. Read More
USDA aims to spur more competitive organic market More than 40,000 written comments were submitted during the rule drafting process. Industry News October 27, 2023 No Comments This new rule aims to establish clear, strong and consistent standards for organic livestock and poultry production.Read More