Larger beef cow-calf farms have lower costs per cow than smaller operations Major drivers of economies of size are ownership costs and opportunity and overhead costs, particularly the opportunity cost of unpaid labor. Industry News December 23, 2024 No Comments Results show clear labor efficiency gains associated with spreading unpaid operator and family labor over larger numbers of cows Read More
FSIS announces recall for uninspected pork sausage Approximately 7,485 pounds of raw pork sausage products were produced without the benefit of federal inspection. Industry News December 23, 2024 No Comments Impero Foods and Meats recalls raw pork sausage products.Read More
CPW and CDA prepare for 2025 gray wolf releases with improved Livestock Conflict Minimization Program CPW has been listening to the concerns and recommendations of all stakeholders throughout the first year of gray wolf restoration. Industry News December 23, 2024 No Comments The agency has incorporated this feedback into an expanded and improved conflict minimization program for Colorado livestock producers. Read More
Industry expert promotes Japanese Wagyu beef to international markets Japan Livestock Products Export Promotion Council aims to deepen international appreciation for Wagyu. Industry News December 23, 2024 No Comments Kari Underly joins efforts to bring Japanese Wagyu beef to global audiences.Read More
University offers meat snack educational course for processors Processors from every level of experience can benefit from this program. Industry News December 23, 2024 No Comments University of Wisconsin-Madison announces its upcoming Meat Snacks Short Course, set for Feb. 25-27, 2025.Read More
Ralph's Packing recalls bologna product due to undeclared milk allergen Ralph's Packing recalls meat products because of misbranding and an undeclared allergen. Industry News December 23, 2024 No Comments FSIS announces recall for approximately 3,132 pounds of ready-to-eat pork and beef bologna products.Read More
Feeding grazing cattle seaweed cuts methane emissions by almost 40%, research suggests Findings at UC-Davis offer solution for more climate-friendly cattle farming. Amy Quinton December 23, 2024 No Comments Feeding grazing beef cattle a seaweed supplement in pellet form reduced their methane emissions by almost 40% without affecting animals' health or weight. Read More
Registration open for 2025 Food Safety Summit Trade show and conference is set for May 12-15 in Rosemont, Ill. Industry News December 23, 2024 No Comments Educational experience features over 20 interactive sessions, workshops and certification courses.Read More
Poultry industry invests in student outreach USPOULTRY Foundation commits to investing in the next generation for the industry. Industry News December 23, 2024 No Comments USPOULTRY Foundation sponsors National 4-H Poultry and Egg Conference.Read More
Nelson-Jameson appoints strategic account managers Nelson-Jameson expands its commercial development department. Industry News December 20, 2024 No Comments Nelson-Jameson taps Nick Manfred and Sam Siddal to expand the company's footprint in the Midwest.Read More