National Pork Producers Council unveils its new Young Pork Advocates program for individuals ages 18-22.

This comprehensive youth apprenticeship program aims to provide career pathways and college education for high school students in southeastern North Carolina counties.

SDBIC begins year four of the Junior Beef Ambassador program.

The AAMP Youth Ambassador Program is designed for the next generation in the meat and poultry industry.

Marksbury Farm Foods LLC violated federal child labor provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act by employing seven workers in slaughterhouse operations and an eighth worker to clean its floor.

Nick Tarleton — Chicago native and McDonald’s Corp. employee — mentors students, helping them find their place in a food industry career.

The goal of the program is to empower youth to find passion in a unique industry and encourage them to become successful ambassadors in the meat and poultry trade.