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White Castle to shutter Indiana meat processing plant
The hamburger restaurant chain is also closing a retail food facility in Kentucky as it looks to consolidate its manufacturing efforts.
By Joelle Anselmo • Sept. 23, 2024 -
Tyson sued over ‘climate smart’ beef and other ‘greenwashing’ claims
The meat company’s sustainability commitments are deceiving consumers, according to the Environmental Working Group.
By Nathan Owens • Sept. 20, 2024 -
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Declining farm income and other production challenges have pushed farmers to rethink their operations and adopt new technology in a bid to diversify potential revenue streams.
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Agtech seedlings: University of Kentucky to herd cattle with drones
In other farm technology news: Farm management platform CropX acquires a nitrogen-sensing startup, and S2G Ventures invests to expand rural broadband.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 20, 2024 -
JBS unlocks renewable gas production at US beef and poultry plants
With help from GreenGasUSA’s on-site systems, the Brazil-based meat giant plans to transform methane from its wastewater streams into sustainable fuel.
By Nathan Owens • Sept. 18, 2024 -
EPA says it has no obligation to regulate PFAS in biosolid fertilizers
The agency filed a motion to dismiss a lawsuit brought by Texas farmers who allege they’ve been harmed by contamination from “forever chemicals” after spreading sewage sludge on agricultural land.
By Jacob Wallace • Sept. 18, 2024 -
Cal-Maine takes majority stake of egg processor to expand into prepared foods
A new joint venture with wrap and crepe maker Crepini comes as producers look to boost profits through value-added products.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 13, 2024 -
Big banks pressed to stop financing livestock production over climate concerns
An open letter singles out JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America and other institutions for their support of food giants like JBS, saying lending activities undermine the sector’s environmental commitments.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 12, 2024 -
Can a farm bill pass in 2024?
Threats of yet another government shutdown are likely to derail a last-ditch effort to pass the agricultural spending bill. The election itself could lead to further delays.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 11, 2024 -
Chomps to open Missouri meat snack manufacturing plant
The facility builds on a partnership with contract manufacturer Western Smokehouse Partners.
By Joelle Anselmo • Sept. 11, 2024 -
US beef and pork exports soar through the summer
Strong demand from Mexico could lead to a record year for pork even as other countries struggle with economic headwinds.
By Nathan Owens • Sept. 10, 2024 -
Vital Farms adds chief supply chain officer role
Joe Holland will be responsible for the egg company’s logistics, production operations and food safety quality assurance.
By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 10, 2024 -
EPA awards $15M to research how PFAS contaminate food and farmland
The grants, which will fund studies to reduce the impact of "forever chemicals" on crops and livestock, come as a group of farmers sue the agency over a lack of regulation.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 9, 2024 -
Cargill buys 2 feed mills from a pet food company
The food giant is looking to build out its animal nutrition capabilities as U.S. pet care sales soar.
By Nathan Owens • Sept. 9, 2024 -
Farm income to fall far less than expected in revised USDA forecast
The department is no longer expecting a record profit drop in 2024 as production expenses decline and rising meat and egg prices boost the livestock sector.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 6, 2024 -
Farmers are getting less for their crops. Here’s the full breakdown.
While prices in July were sharply lower compared to a year ago for most commodities, meat and dairy producers benefited from lower supply.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 5, 2024 -
Hormel challenged by weak whole turkey prices
Despite headwinds in the commodity market, the food processor saw higher demand for ground turkey and other branded products as more consumers make meals at home.
By Nathan Owens • Sept. 5, 2024 -
USDA tightens guidance for use of ‘antibiotic free’ and other meat labels
The updates are meant to signal the department “will take enforcement action” against producers who make false or misleading claims around how animals are raised.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 4, 2024 -
Drought takes hold of the US following a hot summer. How will crops be affected?
A significant increase in dry conditions across the country is increasing the risk of damage to winter wheat, cotton and other commodities.
By Nathan Owens • Sept. 4, 2024 -
How a former agriculture industry exec became CEO of cultivated meat company Meatable
Jeff “Trip” Tripician is looking to work with the meat industry rather than pitting the two against each other.
By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 4, 2024 -
Why eggs are becoming expensive again
Surging consumer demand and continued bird flu challenges across U.S. poultry farms are translating to higher prices at the grocery store.
By Nathan Owens • Sept. 3, 2024 -
Tyson Foods appoints new CFO, replacing company heir
John R. Tyson, who was suspended earlier this summer following a drunk driving incident, is on health leave.
By Nathan Owens • Aug. 30, 2024 -
Are shoppers’ concerns around food inflation starting to ease?
While consumers feel they have “more or less control” over their grocery finances, they are still worried about rising food costs, new FMI research found.
By Peyton Bigora • Aug. 30, 2024 -
Bird flu vaccine for US dairy cattle is one step closer to reality
The USDA approved the first safety trial for a vaccine and is working to address potential trade complications that could come with an immunization rollout.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Aug. 29, 2024 -
Smithfield spins off Europe business ahead of potential US listing
The nation’s largest pork producer said the decision further accelerates “unique growth opportunities for both businesses.”
By Nathan Owens • Aug. 27, 2024 -
Western Valley cleared to buy Cargill’s Fresno beef plant, but must provide job protections
California is requiring the meat producer to operate the facility for at least one year, saying a closure would limit dairy farmer options on where to send their cows.
By Nathan Owens • Aug. 27, 2024