Virginia beef processor brings profits directly to farmers Lynchburg, Va.-based Seven Hills Food Co. positions farmers to access untapped markets. Sammy Bredar April 29, 2025 No Comments Seven Hills Food Co. is on a mission to make beef local and bring profits to farmers.Read More
NCBA backs USDA efforts to safeguard cattle industry from New World screwworm US Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins’ actions aim to protect the US cattle industry. Industry News April 28, 2025 No Comments In November 2024, USDA was notified of a New World screwworm detection in Mexico.Read More
KFC brings back Chicken & Waffles Return ends a five-year absence from the KFC menu. Industry News April 28, 2025 No Comments Offerings include $25 Chicken & Waffles Fan Favorites Box.Read More
Fuzzy’s Taco Shop to open first California location Grand opening promotions include free tacos for a year for the first 50 guests in line on opening day. Industry News April 28, 2025 No Comments New location is owned and operated by the Soleimani Group, a multi-unit franchisee group with more than 30 IHOP locations.Read More
NCC refutes study linking chicken consumption to gastrointestinal cancers Study called at odds with broader scientific literature and fraught with methodological issues. Industry News April 28, 2025 No Comments There is growing evidence of how eating chicken can positively impact risk factors for certain diseases like cancer.Read More
Freddy's launches BBQ Brisket Steakburger Cooked-to-order burger features sliced brisket pit-smoked for 16 hours. Industry News April 28, 2025 No Comments Burger with brisket launches at Freddy's through Aug. 26, 2025.Read More
Fra' Mani champions traditional culinary methods Fra’ Mani helps foodservice and retail customers elevate deli selections with traditional, chef-driven products. Sammy Bredar April 28, 2025 No Comments Lawyer and James Beard Award--winning chef team up to form a salumi company.Read More
Category Report: Retail Merchandising Strategies for Small Processors Engage and educate to drive meat product merchandising efforts Highly engaged e-commerce shoppers spend three times on meat and deli compared to in-store only shoppers. Fred Wilkinson April 25, 2025 No Comments Consumers have higher expectations for items that save time and drive convenience.Read More
Herdez brand expands Mexican Refrigerated Entrees lineup Global-inspired meal trends inspire new retail product. Industry News April 25, 2025 No Comments Hormel Foods introduces Herdez Al Pastor Seasoned Shredded Pork with Sauce.Read More
Special Report: Animal Welfare & Humane Handling Meat and poultry industry can’t be shy about telling its animal welfare story Kinder Ground Chief Animal Welfare Officer Jennifer Walker shares insights on emerging issues and trends regarding the industry’s animal welfare practices and priorities. Fred Wilkinson April 25, 2025 No Comments Show consumers what you are doing to do better.Read More