STATE OF THE INDUSTRY: ANIMAL WELFARE State of the Industry: Leveraging the relationship between animal welfare and sustainability Improving animal health and welfare positively affect productivity and economic sustainability. Elaine Vanier October 29, 2024 No Comments Producers adopt new ways of reducing environmental impacts, including attaining certification to standards that both improve animal health and productivity while reducing the carbon footprint.Read More
New resource tracks progress toward gestation crate-free pork production Compassion in World Farming launches the first PigTrack report. Industry News October 28, 2024 No Comments PigTrack helps companies monitor their transition to fully gestation crate-free systems.Read More
STATE OF THE INDUSTRY: VEAL State of the Industry: Veal consumption decrease underscores growth opportunities At retail, both dollar sales and pounds sold are down. Fred Wilkinson October 27, 2024 No Comments From August 2023 through August 2024, veal sales totaled $44 million.Read More
USDA researcher honored for effort producing gene-edited BVDV-resistant calf Dr. Aspen M. Workman garners the Arthur S. Flemming Award. Industry News October 22, 2024 No Comments Microbiologist ranks among 12 public servants being honored for their accomplishments in science and leadership fields that have benefited the nation.Read More
Perdue champions 'pasture-raised' labeling standards Labeling guidelines from the USDA redefine 'pasture-raised' as chickens that spend the majority of their lives physically on pasture. Industry News October 15, 2024 No Comments Perdue Farms celebrates successful petition for a more accurate guideline to the 'pasture-raised' label.Read More
Niman Ranch announces 2024 Sustainable Farm of the Year The Hundling family of Breda, Iowa, receives honors for their land stewardship and ongoing commitment to the principles of regenerative agriculture. Industry News October 4, 2024 No Comments Niman Ranch calls out the multi-species, biodiverse farm as a model of sustainable practices.Read More
California veterinarian honored with Mentor of the Year Award Merck Animal Health and the American Association of Bovine Practitioners recognize Robert B. Cherenson. Industry News September 24, 2024 No Comments The veterinary practitioner for more than 40 years has been with Lander Veterinary Clinic for more than 35 years as well.Read More
Compassion in World Farming launches ‘Better Chicken’ Effort aims for wider use across the U.S. and more European markets. Industry News September 19, 2024 No Comments CIWF launches its new identity through social media content across various platforms. Read More
Coalition fights to protect Prop 12, Question 3 legislation New coalition informs Congress of risks of the proposed EATS Act to farmers, businesses, voters and consumers. Industry News September 13, 2024 No Comments Pork companies, retailers and hog farmers from across the country travel to Washington, D.C., to oppose the proposed EATS Act.Read More
ButcherBox get recertified by B Corp Companies must go through the recertification process every three years. Industry News August 28, 2024 No Comments ButcherBox is the only B Corp-certified meat and seafood brand to source only from partners with third-party animal welfare certifications. Read More