Commentary: SMA Beef with the 2025-30 Dietary Guidelines Proposed guidelines emphasize reducing consumption of red and processed meats. Lacy Bates April 24, 2025 No Comments Let’s put beef, pork and poultry back at the center of the plates of every American, not beans, peas and lentils.Read More
Late Easter disrupts comp sales for meat holiday classics Average price per pound in the meat department hits $4.84 in March 2025. Anne-Marie Roerink April 24, 2025 No Comments Average prices for meat and poultry products rise 6.8% year-on-year.Read More
USDA settles three Packers and Stockyards cases USDA entered into stipulation agreements with three separate organizations. Industry News April 24, 2025 No Comments AMS investigations uncover custodial account shortages.Read More
USDA FSIS withdraws proposed Salmonella rule for raw poultry National Chicken Council finds withdrawn proposed rule was legally unsound and relied on misinterpretations of the science. Industry News April 24, 2025 No Comments National Chicken Council supports FSIS proposed rule withdrawal.Read More
Verde Farms brand refresh reinforces verifiable claims Updated packaging and tagline reflect consumer demand for claims-based meats. Industry News April 24, 2025 No Comments Verde Farms consumer research propels brand to launch new packaging focused on production transparency and USDA Organic.Read More
Land O’Frost introduces lunch meats with hot honey flavor Land O’Frost launches Hot Honey Chicken Breast and Hot Honey Ham. Industry News April 24, 2025 No Comments Land O’Frost becomes first national lunch meat brand to bring the hot honey trend to the packaged lunch meat aisle.Read More
Gen Z, millennial shoppers prioritize sustainability at the store Consumer poll explores whether sustainability remains a priority for Americans in the current economic climate. Industry News April 24, 2025 No Comments Marine Stewardship Council poll data reveals how Americans are balancing concern for the environment with grocery planning.Read More
Chomps secures $100 million revolving credit line with Wells Fargo Funds support Chomps growth in the meat snack category. Industry News April 24, 2025 No Comments Credit supports Chomps to expand production capacity and capabilities, expand operations and support ongoing retail programs and marketing initiatives.Read More
McDonald's launches chicken strips Chicken strips from McDonald's feature crispy breading and black pepper flavor. Industry News April 24, 2025 No Comments McCrispy Strips join the McDonald's permanent menu.Read More
Corner Bakery Cafe debuts all-day sandwich lineup New sandwiches include The Pretzel Sandwich, Roast Beef & Blue Sandwich and Ham or Turkey & Swiss Breakfast Croissant. Industry News April 23, 2025 No Comments Launch features the return of the DC Chicken Salad Sandwich.Read More