Senate approves measure to avoid meat inspector furloughs 03.21.2013 By Staff The amendment would transfer $55 million in existing funds to protect jobs and prevent plant closures.Read More
Irish processor withheld horse meat discovery 03.20.2013 By Erica Shaffer A new report documents the discovery of horse meat in beef products labeled 100% beef as far back as June 2012.Read More
Carl’s Jr. and Hardee’s introduce bourbon burger 03.19.2013 By Staff A charbroiled beef patty is topped with pepper jack cheese, bacon, crispy onions and a sauce flavored with bourbon.Read More
Ranking the meat and poultry industry’s top 10 companies 03.19.2013 By Monica Watrous Rising feed costs and shrinking cattle herd led to strategic changes for some processors.Read More
Wendy’s testing flatbread product, pretzel burger 03.15.2013 By Keith Nunes Both products are designed to differentiate Wendy's in the quick-service and premium burger categories.Read More
Smithfield Packing to close Maryland plant 03.15.2013 By Staff Bone-in ham production will be moved to North Carolina and Kentucky facilities.Read More
Sequester slicing deep into meat inspection and nutrition programs 03.15.2013 By Jay Sjerven Secretary Vilsack testifies the sequester provides little flexibility in targeting budget reductionsRead More
House of Raeford exiting commodity turkey business 03.15.2013 By Keith Nunes The move is designed to focus company resources on the production of value-added poultry products.Read More
Denny’s unveils bacon menu 03.12.2013 By Staff Bacon stars in 12 dishes and desserts, from mac and cheese to milkshakes.Read More
Land O’Frost introduces lunch meat minis 03.11.2013 By Staff Turkey and ham products measure 2 inches in diameter.Read More