USDA forecasts U.S. corn up and soybean production down from 2022 Corn production is up 10% from last year. Industry News August 14, 2023 No Comments Soybean growers are expected to decrease their production 2% from 2022.Read More
FSIS finalizes rule to rescind avian leukosis regulation The agency determines that current scientific evidence supports treating avian leukosis as a trimmable condition. Industry News August 14, 2023 No Comments The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service will no longer require the condemnation of poultry carcasses affected with one or more forms of the avian leukosis complex.Read More
Crespel & Deiters heats up the market for plant-based barbecue Crespel & Deiters Group invites U.S. food manufacturers to jump on the wheat-based meat alternatives bandwagon. Industry News August 11, 2023 No Comments Ingredients expert develops combinations of wheat texturates that can be used by manufacturers to create plant-based versions of grilled classics.Read More
Panera expands Value Duet pairings Panera gives guests value and variety with set Value Duet options ranging from $6.99 to $8.99. Industry News August 11, 2023 No Comments The Value Duet pairings combine a half-portion sandwich or salad along with a cup of soup.Read More
Centrifugal Sifter helps plant-based foods simulate natural taste and texture Gericke Sifter ensures uniform particle size and even flavor distribution. Industry News August 11, 2023 No Comments The compact sifter is available in sanitary and ATEX-certified, explosion-proof models and may be custom-engineered to suit any installation. Read More
White Castle surpasses 29 billion Sliders sold This figure includes Sliders sold in restaurants and through food retailers nationwide. Industry News August 11, 2023 No Comments Laid flat, the 29 billion Sliders would cover a land area equivalent to Washington, D.C.Read More
Alaska Wild Salmon Day honors Alaskan salmon and the people who provide it Alaska is home to five wild species of salmon: king, coho, sockeye, keta and pink. Industry News August 11, 2023 No Comments The annual Alaska Wild Salmon Day on Aug. 10 celebrates the species and sustainability that is critical to Alaskans and seafood fans worldwide.Read More
APHIS seeks comments on proposal to strengthen Agricultural Quarantine and Inspection program APHIS will consider all comments received on or before Oct. 10, 2023. Industry News August 11, 2023 No Comments APHIS is proposing changes so that the program can be sufficiently funded to prevent service interruptions. Read More
Blindfold tests demonstrate U.S. beef’s quality to importers in Central America USMEF conducts educational program on grain-fed U.S. beef. Industry News August 11, 2023 No Comments Market development efforts focus on blindfold taste tests in Guatemala, Panama, El Salvador, Honduras and the Dominican Republic.Read More
JLS Automation adds vice president of human resources JLS appoints Duane Carter to leadership role. Industry News August 10, 2023 No Comments Duane Carter brings over three decades of human resources experience to his role at JLS.Read More