Industry News - AM
McDonald’s menu migration continues with more chicken
The fast-food brand globally synonymous with beef is continuing the avian migration...
Meat snack brand secures $100M credit line to support growth
Chomps, a U.S. meat snack brand, secured a $100 million revolving line of credit...
Olymel’s new pork, poultry cuts aim for home cooking trend
Canadian pork and poultry processor Olymel late last week launched new pork cuts...
Plant-based meat maker files for bankruptcy
Shelf-stable plant-based foods maker didn't give a specific reason in filed court...
3rd-gen processor CEO enters Poultry Hall of Fame
Robert C. “Bob” Johnson, CEO and owner of House of Raeford Farms, was...
Industry News - PM
USDA unfreezes $55.8 million in grant funds after review
The USDA on Friday released $55.8 million in 2024 Local Meat Capacity Grant funding...
Smithfield books record first quarter
Smithfield Foods Inc. reported a surge in operating profits for the first quarter...
USDA chief applauds HPAI approach as N.C. is declared HPAI-free
USDA’s five-prong approach to battling highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI)...
U.S., Mexico reach agreement on cattle trade: Report
The United States and Mexico have reached an agreement on the management of a destructive...
Hormel brand serves up new heat-and-eat chicken products
Hormel brand Square Table today launched two new heat-and-serve chicken products...
Monday, April 28, 2025
China tariffs halt U.S. red meat trade, risking billions: USMEF
Beef, pork, poultry prices to rise in 2025: USDA
Study examines how food manufacturers tackle state reg patchwork
No process established for US tariff exemptions
NCBA speaks on USDA action to protect cattle industry from screwworm
House Dems warn USDA about layoff impacts
Judge won’t toss challenge to Florida’s cultivated meat ban
Veteran-owned meat processor changes name in rebranding effort
Smithfield manager recognized with Manufacturing Institute award
Processor presents ‘old-world product in a new-world way’
Friday, April 25, 2025
China suggests partnership with Canada against Trump's trade 'bullying'
Chipotle cuts sales outlook as economic worries curb dining out
Subbing out: Sandwich chain goes outside for successor to half-century CEO
Soupy pork bun recalled over unlabeled sesame
Giving Back briefs: Smithfield, US Foods, Mountaire, Perdue
Tyson exec decamps to Rich Products
Federal court rules on push to tighten EPA rules on CAFOs
Climate-friendly diet can’t include beef: report
Supply chained: Meat in cold storage remains at historic lows
Nebraska marches toward cultivated meat ban
Thursday, April 24, 2025
Tyson, others agree to settlements in pork price-fixing case
AI helping keep meat processing workers safe
Smithfield division’s new brand campaign links food with home
Land O’Frost launches hot honey lunch meat flavors
HPAI hits 36K commercial flock of turkeys
Stakeholders split over USDA’s Salmonella framework withdrawal
AI emerges as hot topic at ELS+ conference
Courting trouble: More states sue to block tariffs
Red Robin announces CEO’s immediate departure
‘Restaurant-quality’ without the takeout costs
USDA withdraws proposed Salmonella rule for raw poultry
Wednesday, April 23, 2025
Lawyer urges processors to ‘play the long game’ on environmental issues
Successor named for retiring Butterball exec
Argentina steps in as China’s tariffs hit US poultry
Poultry company settles water use lawsuit with animal rights group
Regenerative beef co-op names new execs
Trump signals tariff rollback amid China trade war tensions
JBS takes next step in NYSE dual listing
Meat Institute celebrates industry achievements
US-based frozen foods maker sets exclusive Sam’s Club deal
Duck sous vide producer launches new Web-based cooking series
Tuesday, April 22, 2025
China 'effectively closed' to U.S. ag: Report
It’s unanimous: Salmonella sampling gives turkey plants top FSIS scores
NCC urges USDA to delay HPAI indemnity rule implementation
ButcherBox launches meat bundles on Target’s online marketplace
$35M Mizzou meat lab due to open next year
Former Trump staffer to be chief ag negotiator: Report
Suspect indicted for allegedly manipulating poultry plant systems
Bipartisan bill aims to boost USDA research, funding for HPAI response
Despite trade disputes, Japan continues engagement with U.S. meat industry
Canada Beef mulls export plans in wake of reciprocal US-China tariffs
Monday, April 21, 2025
NCBA calls for 'more than a routine audit' at Brazilian plants
High steaks: Tariffs could hit beef consumers in Q3
Judge orders USDA, EPA to resume IRA funding
Potential metal contamination sparks health alert for Aldi product
State effort brands 'verified beef'
Meat processor topped all donors for Trump inauguration
Century-old NYC processor purchased by distributor
Hot water: Meat plant worker admits obstructing inspector
Another Latin American country nears approval for beef exports to U.S.
Fewer cattle — and heifers — on feed: Peel
Friday, April 18, 2025
Trimmed stake: BlackRock pares its position in Tyson
WTO, Fed warn of trade war economic damage
Road kill: Mobile processor quits poultry, blames government
Bounce around the meat space
NIAA names new leadership, award winners
Miami Beef acquires NJ-based processor to expand cooked meats portfolio
Poultry plant layoffs trigger investigation
JBS workers march for better pay, safer conditions amid contract talks
Faster line speeds under the microscope
Growth spurt: Sam’s Club expansion planned
Thursday, April 17, 2025
USDA Secretary defends Trump trade policies
Meat spill from processing truck triggers multi-car crash on highway
Reintroduced bill would expand access for state-inspected meat
USDA projects modest broiler meat market growth for 2025
Proposal to make SNAP program healthier sparks support
Tariff power challenged; Trump weighs farmer bailout
Court rules poultry company’s slaughter methods as trade secret
Broiler fertility rate poised to plummet: Texas A&M
Koch Foods contests $75M settlement
Not clowning around: Chili’s stokes quarter pounder competition
Wednesday, April 16, 2025
The other trade war: Canadian processors seek financial help against Chinese tariffs
Trump suggests possible leniency for illegal ag workers
Senators oppose DOJ plan to close antitrust offices key to ag oversight
Judge orders USDA to release funds to Maine over trans issues
National Pork Board VP among new USDA appointees
Tyson facility evacuated due to ammonia leak
Major fast food franchisee files for Ch. 11 bankruptcy
Mexico's chicken consumption to keep rising
US Sens. seek USDA update on turkey, dairy status re: HPAI
Study projects future poultry industry trends through 2050
