The National Pork Board has committed to investing an additional $350,000 toward research, education and coordination of efforts to better understand Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea Virus.
Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea Virus, also known as PED, was thought to exist only in Europe and China, but Colorado and 14 other states began reporting the virus in April.
Jack’s Link’s has introduced its new BBQ Pork Jerky — a high-protein snack that allows consumers to enjoy the smoky flavors of authentic American barbecue with a new level of convenience.
Smithfield Foods Inc., which has agreed to a $4.7 billion bid from Shuanghui International Holdings Ltd., was urged by activist investor Starboard Value LP to consider splitting itself up instead.
The transformation and subsequent growth of JBS USA’s Marshalltown, Iowa, pork facility shows the company correctly assessed the untapped potential of its acquisitions.
A significant part of the belief system throughout JBS S.A., according to Wesley Batista, president and CEO of JBS S.A.’s global operations, is that hard work always makes the difference — that miracles do not occur in the meat and poultry business.