Hog Industry News
Ralph’s Packing Company of Perkins, Okla., is recalling approximately 3,132 lb. of ready-to-eat pork and beef bologna products due to misbranding and an undeclared allergen.
The numbers show year-over-year increases in October for beef and pork exports positioned to set annual value and value records in 2024.
Hormel Foods forecast annual sales and profit below estimates on Wednesday, hurt by slowing demand for its snacking and meat products, including its Jennie-O Turkey brand.
Tyson Foods plans to permanently close a beef and pork plant in Emporia, Kan.
A free trade agreement with the U.S. that could fuel momentum for U.S. red meat in a broader region of Africa.
John R. Tyson, Tyson Foods Inc.'s heir, pled guilty to drunken driving and other charges after his arrest in June.
U.S. Meat Export Federation announces new records for volume and value for pork exports will be achieved in 2024. While not as strong, beef exports are holding their own, led by Mexico purchases.
August numbers reveal exports of U.S. pork increased year-over-year and U.S. beef exports were below year-ago levels, according to USDA data.
A group of Democrats in Denver announced their position to reject a proposal to ban slaughterhouses within the Denver city limits, joining other groups opposing the measure.
Less than 5% of new grads choose rural food animal practice. That needs to change to protect the U.S. food supply and public health. Contacting legislators is one way farmers and ranchers can weigh in and help.
More than $325 million total investment in 74 independent meat and poultry processing projects already strengthening food supply chain, creating new jobs and supporting American farmers.
An environmental group is suing Tyson Foods for allegedly misleading consumers by saying it will reach net-zero emissions by 2050 and marketing climate-friendly beef without meaningful plans to achieve those goals.
The university is one of nine schools participating in the Veterinary Workforce Solutions Program, which seeks to address structural challenges facing the food animal veterinary industry.
With the success of his family’s farm as his focus, Brad Greenway has worked to build a sustainable, diversified crop and livestock operation.
Texas Tech student honored with 2024 Forrest Bassford Student Award.
Despite shifting sentiment on immigration, demographic trends will necessitate a moderate path on immigration.
The Biden-Harris Administration invests $110 Million through the Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program (MPPEP) and the Local Meat Capacity (Local MCap) Grant Program.
No real demand for meatless options at McDonald’s, so chain won’t have McPlant or salads on any menus. The company will focus on chicken and bringing back the McRib.
The Meat Institute says the proposed rule change to the Packers and Stockyards Act is attempting to set meat production back by encouraging litigation and limiting how livestock producers can market animals to packers.
New proposed USDA rule will better protect farmers, ranchers, and other covered market participants by making clearer how prohibitions on unfair practices will be enforced under the Packers and Stockyards Act.
USDA creates online decision tools to help livestock producers with determining qualified losses of animals and feed due to natural disasters.
Professor Dan Shike was appointed interim head for the Department of Animal Sciences (ANSC), part of the College of Agricultural, Consumer and Environmental Sciences (ACES) at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
More states are passing legislation regarding lab-grown meat products, whether it be with a ban to sell the products or labeling requirements. Lawmakers acknowledge consumers’ concerns and their right to transparency.
New hires at Pharmgate and FeedworksUSA position companies for growth. dsm-firmenich shares its recent findings in mycotoxin survey.
Industry shares announcements about biogas monetization, swine webinars, and a new research and development center in the heart of the animal health corridor.
When you become a livestock “show mom,” rest assured you’re going to experience your fair share of teachable moments. Here are five reasons why show moms deserve a little extra celebration.
More than 200 meat and poultry plants were recognized by The Meat Institute at the 2024 Environmental, Labor and Safety+ Conference in New Orleans for their positive environmental impact efforts.
Dr. Angela Baysinger, DVM, passed away on March 8. Baysinger was well known throughout the pork industry for her contributions to veterinary medicine and empowering those around her every day.
On Monday, February 5 the news of Bill Northey’s passing quickly spread through the agriculture industry, of which he dedicated his professional life to serving.
According to two sources, in recent days the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York has interviewed former ADM employees, ramping up pressure on the global commodities giant.