Salm Partners recalls turkey kielbasa sausages due to foreign matter contamination Consumers report finding pieces of rubber in the ready-to-eat turkey kielbasa products. Industry News March 8, 2024 No Comments Approximately 35,430 pounds of Johnsonville turkey kielbasa sausage may be contaminated with foreign materials — specifically, pieces of rubber. Read More
Processor Profile: Lexington Betty Smokehouse Female pitmaster puts chef's twist on Chicago barbecue Chef Dominique Leach is a multifaceted female pitmaster. Sammy Bredar February 29, 2024 No Comments Chef Dominique Leach runs Chicago-based Lexington Betty Smokehouse. Read More
Kiolbassa Smoked Meats celebrates 75th anniversary San Antonio-based company marks milestone with Links of Love and Bobby's Legacy programs. Industry News January 19, 2024 No Comments To honor its 75 years, Kiolbassa Smoked Meats is changing to the name of its smoked sausage, transitioning from 'Polish' to 'Traditional.'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
Johnsonville acquires its longtime co-packer Financial details have not been released, but Salm Partners will remain its own entity with its current leadership and business model. Industry News January 5, 2024 No Comments Johnsonville also plans to close its Meadowside plant in Sheboygan County, Wisconsin, by the end of this year. Read More
Processor Profile: Roger Wood Foods Signature sausage supports sales Lumber Jack smoked sausage and its eye-catching retail cartons fuel northward expansion for the Savannah, Ga.-based processor. Fred Wilkinson December 19, 2023 No Comments 'The consumer is our boss, and that's who we want to serve,’ says David Solana, president, CEO and owner of Roger Wood Foods.Read More
Niman Ranch debuts two new value-added lamb offerings Company celebrates 30-year mark since launching its lamb program. Industry News November 8, 2023 No Comments Niman Ranch introduces its first value-added lamb products with gyros and merguez sausage.Read More
Blue Circle Foods and Spicewalla launch Chili Lime Salmon Shorties Salmon Shorties are miniature salmon sausages that are about an inch-and-a-half long. Industry News November 6, 2023 No Comments These bite-sized savory sausages are seasoned with Spicewalla's Chili Lime Seasoning and hardwood-smoked for classic sausage flavor.Read More
Hillshire Farm Lit'l Smokies brand seeking recipes to feature at Lit'l Cocktail Lounge in New York City Industry News October 23, 2023 No Comments Brand teams up with celebrity chef Kelsey Barnard Clark to kick off a recipe contest .Read More
FoodStory Brands expands 'Yellowstone' line of cowboy cuisine This marks the start of several planned expansions for the 'Yellowstone' food and beverage line. Industry News October 19, 2023 No Comments New offerings include smoked thick-cut bacon, breakfast sausage, smoked shredded brisket, smoked pulled pork, and burnt ends along with two flavors of baked beans.Read More