Casey's crafts new lineup for portable sandwiches New offerings include the Crispy Chicken, Spicy Crispy Chicken and Quarter Pound Angus Beef Burger. Industry News March 8, 2024 No Comments The new sandwich lineup includes three all-new sandwiches alongside an upgrade to the Breaded Pork Sandwich.Read More
Pork producers work to enhance live swine traceability Recently approved standards will be submitted to the USDA for inclusion in the regulations mandating live swine traceability. Industry News March 8, 2024 No Comments Pork producers approve a resolution to enhance the country’s live swine traceability system during the 2024 National Pork Industry Forum.Read More
Office potluck inspires new Hormel Sweet Garlic Ginger Pork Loin Hormel Foods encourages team members to contribute to the company’s culture of innovation. Industry News March 5, 2024 No Comments Team member Feng Walkup inspires a recipe for the Hormel marinated-meat category.Read More
Mason Dixie Foods launches pork-based frozen breakfast sandwiches Mason Dixie Foods expands its portfolio with new single-serve breakfast sandwiches. Industry News March 4, 2024 No Comments Comfort-food brand brings drive-thru-inspired breakfast sandwiches to the frozen aisle.Read More
Registration open for USMEF's annual Spring Conference Breakout sessions provide in-depth discussion on topics relevant to each sector. Industry News February 29, 2024 No Comments The conference is set for May 22-24, 2024, at the Westin Crown Center in Kansas City, Mo.Read More
World Pork Expo returns for 2024 The 2024 World Pork Expo is set for June 5–6 at the Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines, Iowa. Industry News February 28, 2024 No Comments The 2024 expo draws more than 10,000 pork producers and industry professionals. Read More
Taco Cabana launches Carne Asada Loaded Fries, Chili Cheese Fries Beginning Feb. 28, Taco Cabana launches Al Pastor Street Tacos and Al Pastor Tortas in select Houston locations. Industry News February 27, 2024 No Comments Taco Cabana introduces several new menu item tests — two offerings featured in all locations and two in select Houston locations.Read More
New textbook showcases Caribbean cuisine evolution The culinary textbook includes contemporary variations of traditional island dishes utilizing U.S. beef and pork. Industry News February 22, 2024 No Comments A new USMEF marketing program aims to incorporate U.S. beef and pork into culinary communities throughout the Caribbean islands. Read More
USDA conducts third national US small-enterprise swine study Small-enterprise swine production is a growing sector of the US swine industry due to its role as a primary supplier of many niche-market products. Industry News February 20, 2024 No Comments USDA's National Animal Health Monitoring System surveys approximately 5,000 swine operations from 38 states.Read More
Smithfield appoints president of hog production operations New president of hog production operations brings more than 30 years of industry experience to his new role. Industry News February 20, 2024 No Comments Smithfield promotes Kraig Westerbeek to president, Smithfield Hog Production.Read More