US cattle inventory down 1% USDA's NASS surveys approximately 36,100 operators across the nation during the first half of January 2025. Industry News February 3, 2025 No Comments National Agricultural Statistics Service reports 86.7 million head of cattle and calves on US farms as of Jan. 1, 2025.Read More
Mexico cattle and bison imports resume to US under new protocol USDA's APHIS announces resumption of cattle and bison imports from Mexico. Industry News February 3, 2025 No Comments APHIS and Mexico implement pre-clearance inspection and treatment protocol to mitigate the threat of New World screwworm.Read More
Consumer discovers piece of pen in sausage product FSIS announces sausage product recall. Industry News February 3, 2025 No Comments D.J.’s Boudain recalls approximately 17,720 pounds of boudain sausage link products.Read More
Kerry defines unique GLP-1 consumer segments Research indicates a vast market for products supporting broader health goals. Industry News January 31, 2025 No Comments Kerry outlines five distinct consumer segments among those who consume GLP-1s, each with unique preferences and needs.Read More
Maple Leaf Foods appoints SVP, poultry Maple Leaf Foods announces three new executive appointments. Industry News January 31, 2025 No Comments Company completes the realignment of its commercial and operations teams to support the execution of its refreshed strategic blueprint.Read More
What's keeping the feed industry up at night? Educational session shares deep insights on African swine fever, quantitative risk assessments to predict the safety of feed ingredients and the challenges facing animal nutritionists. Industry News January 31, 2025 No Comments American Feed Industry Association hosts a two-hour educational session exploring critical issues that worry feed industry professionals.Read More
Smithfield Culinary takes home the gold at IFDA awards In addition to top honors, Smithfield Culinary takes home awards in two key categories: strategic partner and sales leader. Industry News January 31, 2025 No Comments International Foodservice Distributors Association Distributor's Choice Awards selects Smithfield Culinary as the overall winner.Read More
Meat Institute asks Trump to ease regulations Meat Institute sends letter to President Donald Trump. Industry News January 31, 2025 No Comments Association offers strategies to reduce regulations and address meat prices for consumers.Read More
Verde Farms debuts Publix partnership Verde announces its largest retail partnership to date. Industry News January 30, 2025 No Comments More than 1,400 Publix locations to feature Verde’s steak cuts — ribeye, strip, sirloin and filet — alongside its 85/15 ground beef. Read More
Hormel Foods group VP of foodservice retires David Weber, a 33-year Hormel Foods veteran and VP of foodservice sales, succeeds Mark Ourada. Industry News January 30, 2025 No Comments Mark Ourada announces his retirement after 37 years of service and leadership.Read More