USDA issues final rule to allow importation of fresh beef from Paraguay APHIS expects beef imports from Paraguay to be fewer than 6,500 metric tons annually. Industry News November 13, 2023 No Comments Fresh — chilled or frozen — deboned beef will be eligible for import.Read More
Beef Lite meets criteria for American Heart Association’s Heart-Check Food Certification Program Beef Life contains 50% less fat than regular plant-based beef. Industry News November 13, 2023 No Comments Beef Lite is now among a cohort of products that meet the American Heart Association’s science-based nutrition criteria for heart-healthy foods. Read More
Researchers assess dry hydrogen peroxide in commercial poultry hatcheries This research is made possible in part by an endowing USPOULTRY Foundation gift from Fieldale Farms. Industry News November 13, 2023 No Comments Researchers at the University of Georgia assess dry hydrogen peroxide as a replacement for formaldehyde in commercial poultry hatcheries. Read More
DuBreton farms now certified by the California Animal Care Program Prop 12 restricts gestation crate usage and requires 24 square feet of space per sow. Industry News November 13, 2023 No Comments DuBreton is one of the first companies to be certified and ready for the implementation of California's Proposition 12.Read More
USMEF conference concludes with officer elections, logistics update Federation members will next meet May 22–24 at USMEF's Spring Conference in Kansas City. Industry News November 13, 2023 No Comments Randy Spronk, a pork and grain producer from Edgerton, Minn., is the new USMEF chair. Read More
Daring Foods introduces frozen plant-based chicken entrees Daring's microwaveable frozen entrees offer over 16 grams of protein per meal. Industry News November 13, 2023 No Comments New frozen entree offerings include the Daring x Fly by Jing Fried Rice Plant Chicken Bowl, Spicy Fajita Plant Chicken Bowl, Teriyaki Plant Chicken Bowl, Harvest Plant Chicken Bowl and Penne Primavera Bowl.Read More
JX Restaurant Inc. recalls chicken products Recall is due to misbranding and undeclared allergens. Industry News November 13, 2023 No Comments The product contains sesame oil, a known allergen, which is not declared on the product label.Read More
Hormel Foods recognizes PFI with Spirit of Excellence Award PFI scores a supplier rating index score of 95. Industry News November 13, 2023 No Comments Hormel grants award to PFI for high levels of technical and customer service, innovative solutions and improvements over the past year. Read More
Hamlet Protein sponsors Mexican nutrition conference Amena Supplier presents its research on protein kinetics of soy-based ingredients. Industry News November 10, 2023 No Comments Amena is focused on creating a platform for knowledge-sharing on animal nutrition, animal production and related topics. Read More
Military Times recognizes Smithfield Foods as Best For Vets Employer in agriculture Military Friendly names Smithfield as a 2024 Military Friendly Employer. Industry News November 10, 2023 No Comments Military Times Best for Vets: Employers rankings are based on the results of a voluntary survey that asks companies about their policies, practices and benefits for veterans and their families.Read More