Independent Thoughts Local barbecue shines at Crown Point Rotary’s Blues, Brews and BBQ Barbecue, community and charitable efforts unite at the 21st Blues, Brews and BBQ event. Sammy Bredar October 10, 2025 No Comments The National Provisioner attends the Crown Point Rotary’s 21st annual Blues, Brews and BBQ event to sample local barbecue and explore how the event unites the Northwest Indiana community.Read More
FSIS issues alert for Hello Fresh ready-made pork and turkey meals FDA-regulated ingredient may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes. October 7, 2025 No Comments Producer FreshRealm finds that the spinach used in these products tested positive for Listeria monocytogenes.Read More
Smithfield Smoke'NFast expands barbecue lineup Smithfield Smoke'NFast brand adds to its lineup of labor-saving barbecue solutions. Industry News September 30, 2025 No Comments Smithfield Smoke'NFast brand responds to the popularity of beef birria.Read More
Maple Leaf Foods pork company spin-off closing Oct. 1 The record date for the arrangement is Sept. 30, 2025. Industry News September 29, 2025 No Comments Maple Leaf Foods retains 16% ownership interest in Canada Packers.Read More
Applications open for Neil Dierks Scholarship honoring former NPPC CEO Applications due by Dec. 31, 2025. Industry News September 29, 2025 No Comments
US hog inventory down 1% USDA NASS surveys 4,479 operators across the nation during the first half of September 2025. Industry News September 26, 2025 No Comments Iowa hog producers account for the largest inventory among the states, at 25.1 million head. Read More
Culinary event in Trinidad and Tobago showcases US beef and pork US beef and pork take center stage during a meat cutting demonstration and tasting reception in Trinidad and Tobago. Industry News September 26, 2025 No Comments Local chefs, restaurateurs and influencers learn about culinary versatility for high-quality cuts of US beef and pork.Read More
Meat showcase reinforces market and trade opportunities in the Philippines Fourth annual US Meat Product Showcase and Conference brings together 38 importer companies and 16 US Meat Export Federation member companies. Industry News September 25, 2025 No Comments Conference and business session explore market intelligence and relationship-building between exporters and importers.Read More
Osaka and Tokyo events celebrate US-Japan trade partnership US Meat Export Federations expresses gratitude for the long-term trade relationship with Japan. Industry News September 24, 2025 No Comments US red meat industry hosts two major events to honor a lasting trade relationship with Japan.Read More
Mexico chef team travels to US to study American barbecue US Meat Export Federation brings seven chefs around the US to explore cooking techniques and flavors of three American places known for barbecue: Industry News September 23, 2025 No Comments BBQ Inspiration Tour takes seven chefs to North Carolina, Memphis and Kansas City to learn about local cooking techniques and flavors.Read More