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In the February issue of Independent Processor, I gave a brief background about a long-standing Southwest Meat Association’s (SMA) member of 50-plus years, Columbia Packing Co. Columbia Packing is an independent family-owned business, located in Ennis, Texas, approximately 40 miles south of Dallas along Interstate 45. Follow along to a quick Q&A interview Amber Ondrusek, the first woman president of Columbia Packing Co.  

SeaPak Shrimp & Seafood and Morey’s Fine Fish & Seafood teamed up with Ocean Conservancy for the Coastal Cleanup.

Report highlights include producing clean, renewable energy, the minority farmer program, diversity, equity and inclusion, and animal care.

When handling their livestock, operators must ensure the welfare of their animals. Dr. Kurt D. Vogel, director of the Humane Handling Institute and associate professor–animal welfare and behavior in the Department of Animal and Food Science at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls, discusses best practices and current issues related to humane handling.

The Supra eCool electric units will cover 14- to 28-foot, Class 5 to 7 straight truck applications.

This partnership further solidifies Chomps' ongoing commitment to data-driven, expert-led changes to the agriculture industry.

The company ranks No. 26 on EPA’s National Top 100 List of the largest green power users from the Green Power Partnership (GPP).

The cattle will produce approximately 4,000 tons of sustainably produced nitrogen fertilizer annually, enough to fertilize over 11,000 acres of North Dakota corn.

The printing and bio-ink customization are steps on the path to commercializing Steakholder Foods' 3D printer.

Pending regulatory review, Upside's cultivated ground meat products will broaden their commercial portfolio to include a range of options such as chicken sausages, chicken sandwiches and dumplings.