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HF Foods deepens presence in seafood category with $35M Searay Foods acquisition

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 11:00:18 -0400

The acquisition marks HF Foods’ first expansion outside the United States and is expected to close in Q3 2026.

Mexico festival for grilled meat showcases US pork

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 09:38:18 -0400

USMEF presents US pork cuts at a family-oriented festival in the Bajio region of Mexico, highlighting growth of grilling culture throughout the country.

Meat Institute backs legislation to simplify packaging compliance

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 08:00:18 -0400

Meat Institute says the RMAA and PACK Act would replace conflicting state requirements with uniform national standards for recycled content and environmental marketing claims.

Seydelmann acquires 50% stake in AMFEC

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 07:00:18 -0400

American Food Equipment Co. deepens its long-standing collaboration with Seydelmann, aiming to expand collaboration and joint activities in semi- and fully automated production lines for the food industry in North America.

Ossid names regional sales manager for the Southeast and Mexico, Latin America

Thu, 23 Jul 2026 06:00:18 -0400

Ossid brings on Maurice Alva, who has extensive experience in customer service, business strategy and project management.

Carrier Transicold Fleet Refresh program offers alternative to full trailer replacement

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 14:55:30 -0400

Fleet Refresh program enables refrigerated fleets to replace aging transport refrigeration units on existing trailers.

Wixon rolls out three on-trend flavors at IFT First

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 14:00:30 -0400

Wixon debuts three flavors, each based on a macro trend currently influencing food and beverage innovation.

Survey finds meat snacks lead on satisfaction but lag in perceived healthfulness

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 13:20:52 -0400

Link Snacks survey finds Americans associate meat snacks with strength, satisfaction and health benefits, but rank protein bars and shakes as overall healthier options.

Venison video series guides commercial processors from field to freezer

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 12:00:47 -0400

National Deer Association and AAMP launch an educational video series designed to help commercial meat processors confidently enter and succeed in the venison processing business.

Hot and cold meat fillings shape distinct sandwich occasions

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 11:34:51 -0400

Sub shop expert from HelloNation says the warmth and fat content of a hot sub tend to register as satisfaction more quickly, even when the portion size matches a cold sub.

Mark Foods acquires Endeavor Seafood

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 11:30:47 -0400

Acquisition is the next step in a partnership between Mark Foods and Endeavor Seafood, a relationship that was formalized with Mark Foods' equity investment in Endeavor in 2021.

Mason Dixie Foods launches Chicken Biscuit Sandwich

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 09:00:47 -0400

Brand says the Chicken Biscuit Sandwich eight-count pack is its own take on a familiar drive-thru order, without the usual drive-thru ingredient list.

Economic study finds reinstating mCOOL would cost meat supply chain and consumers more than $1B annually

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 07:00:34 -0400

Study indicates mCOOL compliance costs for ground beef alone could range from $202 million to $688 million annually.

National Cattlemen’s Beef Association launches online learning module for succession planning

Wed, 22 Jul 2026 06:00:24 -0400

Learning module guides families through the steps of transition and helps them create a succession plan unique to their operation.

American Cured Meat Championships select 2026 champions

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 11:30:24 -0400

Woods Smoked Meats receives both the Clarence Knebel Memorial Best in Show Award and Cured Meat Excellence Award.

Survey finds supply chain disruptions are driving Americans away from beef

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 09:05:39 -0400

More than half of consumers are buying less beef; 78% are concerned the New World screwworm outbreak will further affect beef prices or availability.

Meat Institute receives Power of Associations Gold Award for leading the Protein PACT

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 08:00:39 -0400

Initiative shows how a supply chain that spans farmers, processors and feed producers can align around shared goals for healthy people, animals, communities and environment.

USDA adopts audit-based verification for federal food program ground beef purchases

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 07:00:39 -0400

AMS shifts daily quality checks from on-site USDA graders to certified plant personnel.

Foster Farms expands prepared foods portfolio with fully cooked frozen chicken launch

Tue, 21 Jul 2026 06:00:09 -0400

Foster Farms' High Protein Bites are made with whole muscle chicken breast and coated in the company's proprietary high-protein breading.

Pacific Seafood and Ocean Beauty Seafoods merge distribution businesses

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:17:07 -0400

Family-owned seafood companies say the merger leverages growing demand for high-quality seafood products.

AAMP presents Terry and Jody Kerns with Achievement Award

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:40:39 -0400

The Edgewood Locker owners guide the Iowa business’s growth into a 40,000-square-foot operation while sharing their time, knowledge and leadership with state and national industry organizations.

NCBA advances cattle industry policy priorities at summer meeting

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:00:33 -0400

NCBA’s board approves grassroots policy recommendations for a September membership vote as producers establish priorities for the coming year.

US cattle groups criticize tariff exemption for Brazilian beef

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0400

US cattle groups say exempting Brazilian beef from new tariffs disadvantages domestic producers and rewards supply chains tied to illegal deforestation and other harmful practices.

New research provides insights to improve broiler breeder fertility and chick output

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:40:12 -0400

Broiler breeder flock social dynamics may play a much greater role in reproductive success than previously recognized, according to new research funded by the US Poultry & Egg Association and USPOULTRY Foundation.

bb.q Chicken launches texture-focused offering selected by K-pop star Felix

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:20:12 -0400

Korean fried chicken chain adds a sweet-and-savory menu item designed to deliver a new combination of texture and flavor for US consumers.

Raybern’s expands lineup of frozen sandwiches

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:20:12 -0400

Frozen deli-style sandwich brand Raybern’s launches three heat-and-eat sliders: Cheeseburger Smashed Sliders, Birria Sliders and Ham and Swiss Sliders.

Starbird names VP of marketing

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 07:00:53 -0400

Chicken brand Starbird bolsters its leadership team with Chipotle veteran Jonathan Zacks as brand scales nationwide.

US producers represent American lamb industry in Global Sheep Forum Young Leader Program

Fri, 17 Jul 2026 06:00:53 -0400

American Lamb Board selects two emerging leaders to represent the United States in the Global Sheep Forum's 2026 Young Leader Program in Australia and New Zealand.

Wisconsin’s Kathy Vorpagel Wins AAMP’s Outstanding Service Award

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 10:15:53 -0400

Longtime Wisconsin Association of Meat Processors leader helps strengthen the association through fiscal stewardship, convention planning and leadership continuity.

Checkers & Rally's rolls out new meat and poultry-packed handhelds

Thu, 16 Jul 2026 10:15:52 -0400

Checkers & Rally's expands its meal deal platform with a Loaded Tender Wrap and brings back its Super Loaded Buford.