STATE OF THE INDUSTRY: LAMB State of the Industry: Promoting American lamb's versatility and reviving tradition Promotional efforts play up lamb’s value cuts as well as premium cuts. Mariah Meurer October 31, 2024 No Comments The US lamb industry is positioning lamb as a versatile and sustainable protein option.Read More
USDA announces National Sheep Industry Improvement Center Board appointments Board includes seven voting members and two nonvoting members. Industry News October 29, 2024 No Comments USDA appoints one producer and one expert in finance and management to each serve as board members.Read More
STATE OF THE INDUSTRY: VEAL State of the Industry: Veal consumption decrease underscores growth opportunities At retail, both dollar sales and pounds sold are down. Fred Wilkinson October 27, 2024 No Comments From August 2023 through August 2024, veal sales totaled $44 million.Read More
Denver chef wins Lamb Jam Master 2024 title Winning dish is a Crispy Lamb Taco with Salsa Macha, Queso, Red Onions, Mole and Crema. Industry News October 21, 2024 No Comments Chefs in seven target markets compete to create the most impressive American lamb dish.Read More
OSHA expands inspection guidance for animal slaughtering, processing Under the guidance, OSHA inspections in these establishments will focus on hazards associated with sanitation and cleanup operations, ergonomics, hazardous energy and machine guarding, among others. Industry News October 16, 2024 No Comments Expanded guidance supersedes previous guidance that applied only to poultry establishments. Read More
Lamb exports post largest volume since January Beef exports trend higher to Mexico, Taiwan, Middle East, but lower overall. Industry News October 10, 2024 No Comments USMEF projects pork export volume and value will reach record highs in 2024. Read More
Meat industry matchmaking efforts broaden at WOFEX in the Philippines Philippines’ largest food trade show connects buyers with U.S. suppliers. Industry News September 20, 2024 No Comments Nine U.S. suppliers join USMEF’s booth space, which was awarded Best Foreign Pavilion at WOFEX. Read More
Grant program quantifies impacts of targeted sheep grazing USDA Climate-Smart Commodities Grant supports up to 150 sheep producers. Industry News September 6, 2024 No Comments Producer enrollment for the Climate-Smart Commodities Grant is now open.Read More
Lamb Board sponsors foodservice Flavor Experience event Approximately 500 foodservice operators, decision-makers and chefs participate in the Flavor Experience event. Industry News August 29, 2024 No Comments Annual three-day event brings together leaders in the foodservice industry.Read More
Beef export value climbs in June June beef export volume to Colombia plunges 77% from a year ago due to HPAI-related restrictions. Industry News August 9, 2024 No Comments Pork exports trend lower in June but post strong first half of the year.Read More