Labor shortages and yield optimization are accelerating investment in automation and processing equipment as processors take a more restrained approach to full AI implementation.
US House of Representatives on April 30 passes the 2026 farm bill in a 224–200 bipartisan vote, marking the first time the chamber has approved a farm bill since 2018.
A signed framework for an agreement on reciprocal trade between the US and Thailand in Oct. 2025, aimed at reducing trade barriers, offers hope to importers and US exporters for a leveled trade environment.
C-store Casey's marks the dual launch of its Bacon Cheeseburger Pizza and Crispy Fries through a partnership with Gennings Dunker, drafted by the Pittsburgh Steelers.
Course explores traditional production of historically important processed meat products while marrying it with modern manufacturing technologies and current food safety requirements.
University of Wisconsin – Madison takes a comprehensive approach to old world meat products, blends classroom discussion and interactive manufacturing demonstrations in the Meat Science & Animal Biologics Discovery USDA pilot plant.
Reaching 3 million man-hours without a lost time incident reflects the Georgia facilities' consistent adherence to safety protocols, ongoing training programs and proactive hazard prevention.