USDA and Pennsylvania award more than $26 million to strengthen food infrastructure Funding will support projects to build resilience across the middle of the supply chain. Industry News January 12, 2024 No Comments Pennsylvania will accept applications for Infrastructure Grant funding through March 30, 2024. Read More
Popeyes promises free wings if a team with wings wins the big game If a team from Baltimore, Philadelphia or Buffalo wins, then guests get free wings. Industry News January 12, 2024 No Comments The Wings for Wings digital offer will be redeemable on Mardi Gras, Feb. 13, 2024, as a nod to the brand’s New Orleans heritage.Read More
Associated Wholesale Grocers installs new president and CEO AWG has retail sales exceeding $24 billion and wholesale sales exceeding $12 billion. Industry News January 12, 2024 No Comments President and CEO David Smith retired as of December 2023, succeeded by Dan Funk as AWG's new president and CEO.Read More
Virginia facility hit with civil penalties and license revocation over repeated Animal Welfare Act violations Civil penalties total more than $300,000. Industry News January 12, 2024 No Comments Over the past year, APHIS inspections identified numerous AWA violations at the facility, owned by Elena Mikirticheva and Andrey Mikirtichev.Read More
Smithfield Foods’ Tar Heel Facility recognized for environmental efforts Pork-processing facility is named as a Rising Environmental Steward in North Carolina. Industry News January 11, 2024 No Comments Facilities in Clinton and Wilson, N.C., receive recognition for environmental leadership and commitment to environmental performance beyond regulatory requirements.Read More
Eckrich makes big play during College Football Playoff championship Heisman Trophy winner Andre Ware takes a shot at the Eckrich $1 Million Challenge for Teachers. Industry News January 11, 2024 No Comments Eckrich is the Official Smoked Sausage and Deli Meat Sponsor of the College Football Playoff.Read More
WOAH's Dr. Catya Itzel Martínez Rivas to speak at Latin American Poultry Summit Registration for the Latin American Poultry Summit and IPPE is open. Industry News January 11, 2024 No Comments The presentation is part of IPPE.Read More
TGW International names regional sales manager The firm is a provider of industrial machine knives and marketer of the EDGE Industrial Technologies brand. Industry News January 11, 2024 No Comments Regional sales manager role oversees northeast regional sales.Read More
NIAA selects Third Cohort for the Advanced Training for Animal Agriculture Leaders Program The leadership program provides professional development for animal agriculture leaders. Industry News January 11, 2024 No Comments The third class participating in the NIAA leadership program has been selected and will convene for their first session in Chicago.Read More
Prairie Fresh Signature Line expands with Nashville Hot flavor The popular seasoning will be available to consumers in select retail locations in early 2024. Industry News January 11, 2024 No Comments Prairie Fresh adds trendy flavor to pork loin filets.Read More