Hormel and AWG donate 6,000 pounds of Hormel Cure 81 hams Hormel Foods and Associated Wholesale Grocers donate hams to a local Harvesters food bank to help fight hunger. Industry News January 17, 2024 No Comments Companies make donations as part of the 34th annual Hormel Cure 81 Hams for Hunger program.Read More
Butcher certification program broadens U.S. red meat utilization in China USMEF partners with a culinary center to provide hands-on training and promote underutilized cuts to butchers in processing, retail and foodservice. Industry News January 16, 2024 No Comments Training sessions focus on U.S. beef chuck roll, beef tri-tip, pork CT butt and pork spareribs.Read More
SmokeSlam barbecue event planned in Memphis Categories will include Whole Hog, Ribs and Pulled Pork, with prizes awarded across five places per category. Industry News January 15, 2024 No Comments The SmokeSlam event aims to be an inclusive event that enhances the rich tradition of barbecue in Memphis.Read More
USMEF leads buyers from China to Korea to study innovations in prepared foods Funding support was provided by USDA’s Market Access Program. Industry News January 12, 2024 No Comments Korea is considered a regional market leader in prepared foods with category sales skyrocketing in recent years. Read More
Smithfield Foods’ Tar Heel Facility recognized for environmental efforts Pork-processing facility is named as a Rising Environmental Steward in North Carolina. Industry News January 11, 2024 No Comments Facilities in Clinton and Wilson, N.C., receive recognition for environmental leadership and commitment to environmental performance beyond regulatory requirements.Read More
Prairie Fresh Signature Line expands with Nashville Hot flavor The popular seasoning will be available to consumers in select retail locations in early 2024. Industry News January 11, 2024 No Comments Prairie Fresh adds trendy flavor to pork loin filets.Read More
North Country Smokehouse meets growing demand for Prop 12-compliant bacon North Country Smokehouse offers a complete catalog of Prop 12-compliant bacon. Industry News January 8, 2024 No Comments North Country Smokehouse is a subsidiary of duBreton, a supplier of Certified Humane and Organic pork. Read More
Smokey Bones rolls ribs back to original prices Restaurant turns back the clock to 1999. Industry News January 8, 2024 No Comments Restaurant celebrates 25th anniversary with rollback pricing.Read More
NPPC and NPB unveil Pork Leadership Institute class of 2024 Nineteen individuals from across the nation join the PLI. Industry News January 3, 2024 No Comments Comprehensive, yearlong PLI program comprises five sessions designed to provide a deep understanding of the industry.Read More
Smithfield donates over 64,000 hams in December Company delivers over 286,000 pounds of ham to food banks in the Feeding America network. Industry News January 2, 2024 No Comments Smithfield Foods donates hams to food banks in six states through its Helping Hungry Homes hunger-relief program. Read More