Chicken sourcing program prioritizes breed, welfare and environment Program works to combat the tradition of fast-growing poultry designed for maximum yield. Industry News March 18, 2025 No Comments Force of Nature Meats launches chicken sourcing program with slow-growing, pasture-raised chickens that live eight to 10 weeks.Read More
Stampede Culinary Partners hosts grand opening for test kitchens Stampede opens test kitchens in its production facilities in Sunland Park, N.M., and Alma, Ga. Industry News March 18, 2025 No Comments Stampede Culinary Partners invests over $3 million to offer an immersive, hands-on product testing environment for customers and partners. Read More
All US pork facilities reinstated to export to China US facilities renewed to export to China for five years. Industry News March 17, 2025 No Comments NPPC announces successful efforts to renew registrations of all US pork harvesting and cold storage facilities eligible to export to China. Read More
Cimpl's Meats shutters beef harvest operations Beef processor ceases harvest operations until further notice. Industry News March 17, 2025 No Comments American Foods Group idles harvest facility in South Dakota due to the unprecedented cattle cycle and long-term industry changes.Read More
NASDA expands public policy team Associate director public policy to lead NASDA’s Animal Agriculture and Natural Resources and Environment Policy Committees. Industry News March 17, 2025 No Comments NASDA hires Logan Moss as associate director public policy.Read More
Trade associations call for strong Renewable Fuel Standard Letter urges the Environmental Protection Agency to set ambitious Renewable Fuel Standard volumes for 2026 and beyond. Industry News March 17, 2025 No Comments Coalition calls for the EPA to establish the 2026 biomass-based diesel volume at no less than 5.25 billion gallons, with a corresponding increase in the advanced biofuel volume. Read More
US Foods introduces private-label beef birria US Foods responds to strong demand for beef birria. Industry News March 17, 2025 No Comments US Foods launches labor-saving solutions to attract and retain diners while addressing back-of-house inefficiencies.Read More
KFC debuts Dunk It Bucket Kentucky Fried Chicken launches new basketball-themed merch and new menu items. Industry News March 17, 2025 No Comments KFC brand launches first new bucket in almost a decade.Read More
NPFDA Scholarship Foundation opens 2025 applications Deadline for applications is April 10. Industry News March 17, 2025 No Comments Foundation awards a $5,000 scholarship to up to six students.Read More
Rendering association praises Renewable Fuel for Ocean-Going Vessels Act Legislation would incentivize adoption of cleaner fuel alternatives and enhance energy security. Industry News March 17, 2025 No Comments NARA shows support for legislative step toward reducing carbon emissions in the maritime sector while expanding the market for sustainable biofuels.Read More