2024 brings new records for meat department dollars and pounds Fresh meat increases dollar sales by 5.3% in December. Anne-Marie Roerink January 16, 2025 No Comments The two largest proteins, beef and chicken, each increased by about 4%. Read More
Cleaning contractor illegally employs children on overnight shifts Labor department uncovers violations in Alabama, California, Delaware, Indiana, Iowa, Ohio, Tennessee and Virginia. Industry News January 16, 2025 No Comments Investigation discovers children illegally employed on overnight sanitation shifts at 13 meat and poultry processing facilities.Read More
Nebraska bolsters efforts to ban cultivated meat Nebraska Sen. Barry DeKay introduces legislation to keep lab-grown meat from being manufactured, distributed or sold in Nebraska. Industry News January 16, 2025 No Comments Senator finds lab-grown meat sales unfairly benefit from industry investments in marketing and production. Read More
Neogen introduces Molecular Detection Assay 2 – Quantitative Salmonella Kit allows poultry producers to verify effectiveness of their interventions. Industry News January 16, 2025 No Comments Quantitative method delivers consistency and sensitivity on poultry rinses and ground poultry meat.Read More
Progresso launches Soup Drops for flu season Soup Drops come in a can that looks just like a Progresso Soup can. Industry News January 16, 2025 No Comments New drops feature Progresso Chicken Noodle Soup in hard-candy drop format. Read More
Stampede Culinary Partners celebrates 30th anniversary Stampede marks its 30th anniversary with a weeklong celebration. Industry News January 16, 2025 No Comments Stampede grows to serve over 40,000 restaurants, 60,000 retail stores, 2,000 distributors and 500 foodservice brands.Read More
Frugal Americans cook more at home in 2025 Consumers continue to adjust to rising food costs. Industry News January 15, 2025 No Comments Consumer shopping habits create opportunity at retail.Read More
NPFDA names new president and CEO New president and CEO comes to NPFDA with more than 30 years of experience as a nonprofit manager. Industry News January 15, 2025 No Comments Wendy Kavanagh succeeds existing President and CEO, Cece Corbin.Read More
Investigation uncovers child labor violations at Perdue poultry plant Labor department addresses violations found in an investigation of Perdue’s poultry processing facility in Accomac, Va. Industry News January 15, 2025 No Comments Perdue Farms is set to pay $4 million in restitution.Read More
Chester's Chicken jumps on meal deal train Chester's offers meal box for a limited time. Industry News January 15, 2025 No Comments QSR concept Chester's Chicken rolls out 5 Buk Box.Read More