NPPC leads coalition to appeal NFPA sprinkler decision NPPC finds a blanket sprinkler requirement for all farms, without a scientific basis and disregard of feasibility, is improper and should be reversed. Industry News September 9, 2024 No Comments NPPC argues against a change in the fire code to require livestock barns to install sprinkler systems.Read More
US beef demand climbs in Asian markets July lamb exports increase in value despite lower volume. Industry News September 6, 2024 No Comments Mexico and key Asian markets fuel a strong month for beef exports.Read More
Death count rises in Boar's Head Listeria outbreak So far nine people have died due to the Boar's Head Listeria outbreak. Industry News September 4, 2024 No Comments First wrongful death lawsuit filed against Boar's Head in Listeria outbreak.Read More
Food industry launches public-private traceability partnership Partnership allows industry and regulators to learn from each other while working to advance traceability. Industry News September 4, 2024 No Comments Independent, sector-neutral forum aims to advance a shared vision for enhanced food traceability.Read More
USMEF works to ease Colombia red meat trade obstacles USMEF partners with USDA and US Embassy on seminars about technical trade barriers with Colombian import officials. Industry News September 4, 2024 No Comments USMEF conducts educational seminars about the US red meat production and inspection chain.Read More
Nebraska works to ban lab-grown meat Nebraska Gov. Jim Pillen signs an executive order creating strict guidelines when it comes to state agencies and their contractors obtaining lab-grown meat. Industry News September 4, 2024 No Comments Nebraska becomes the fourth state to push back against cultivated protein.Read More
Hickory Hollow Jerky recalls RTE jerky products Products produced without the benefit of federal inspection. Industry News September 3, 2024 No Comments Ala.-based Hickory Hollow Jerky recalls approximately 6,229 pounds of beef and bacon jerky products.Read More
Fight for Food Safety Should you be using whole genome sequencing in your food facility? WGS enhances detection accuracy for pathogens. Shawn K. Stevens August 29, 2024 No Comments WGS generates extensive data that can be stored and analyzed.Read More
Seminar seeks to ease Colombia trade obstacles for red meat Seminar arises out of challenges that have popped up for exporters sending US red meat to Colombia. Industry News August 29, 2024 No Comments Beef exports to Colombia have struggled since HPAI-related restrictions were imposed in April 2024. Read More
Applications open for safety, health innovation award Application deadline is Sept. 20. Industry News August 29, 2024 No Comments Award applications are open for several industry categories.Read More