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A record for the Atlanta-based chain, annual system-wide sales at Chick-fil-A totaled $4,050,992,837, a 13.08 percent increase over the 2010 overall sales performance.

Lee Wilson of Pilgrim's Pride, Tarry Winfrey of Lehar sales/Pac-Agri, and Jim Sumner of USAPEEC were recognized during the NPFDA Annual Convention.

Two more companies recall salads due to tainted egg concerns.

Sales volume dropped 5.3 percent for the quarter, while net income dipped from $294 million in 2011 to $156 million in 2012.

The Food Processing Suppliers Association announced that EXPO Magazine has ranked PROCESS EXPO #1 in their annual list of Top 25 Fast-Growth Shows, based on its strong growth in both attendance and exhibit space in the 2011 event.

Shareholders of Tyson Foods Inc. elected nine people to the company's Board of Directors, including seven independent directors.

Cow/calf and seedstock producer Wesley Grau from Grady, N.M., was re-elected by fellow CBB members to serve as chairman of the Cattlemen’s Beef Board in 2012, after fulfilling a partial term at the helm in 2011.

The awards recognize retailers and restaurants that have excelled at marketing beef this year.

Ball Park announced it has been recognized as a 2012 Better Homes and Gardens Best New Product Award winner in the food and beverage category.

One lucky winner watching from home will get $2,500, the price it would cost to get into the game.