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Deep Dive
Autonomous tractors, robot milkers: How AI is transforming the future of farm tech
Artificial intelligence stands to revolutionize agriculture by opening new pathways for the industry to optimize production and address climate change.
By Tasmiha Khan, Iman Adem and Sarah Zimmerman • Jan. 24, 2024 -
Israel approves world’s first sale of cultivated beef
Aleph Farms said its steaks are a sustainable alternative to conventional cattle farming.
By Elizabeth Flood • Jan. 22, 2024 -
Trendline
Top 5 stories from Agriculture Dive
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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Food producers brace for another round of arctic chills
Tyson Foods, Cargill and Sanderson Farms paused meat production at several locations last week due to inclement weather.
By Nathan Owens • Updated Jan. 19, 2024 -
US, UK lawmakers urge SEC to scrutinize JBS listing
The global meatpacker's ties to deforestation and its history of misleading investors are cause for concern, critics say.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Jan. 18, 2024 -
Pork exports reach highest value since mid-2021
Beef and lamb, however, have trended downward as demand from key markets weakens.
By Nathan Owens • Jan. 12, 2024 -
Poultry farmers sue Tyson after Missouri plant closes
Plaintiffs say they invested millions of dollars in their operations after the company misled them to believe the facility would remain open.
By Nathan Owens • Jan. 11, 2024 -
Controversial Prop 12 rule takes full effect in the new year
Pork products sold in California must adhere to regulations that prohibit the use of swine gestation crates as of Jan. 1, 2024.
By Nathan Owens • Jan. 4, 2024 -
Agriculture’s year in review: The biggest stories of 2023
A farm bill extension and an economic downturn came just as the industry began an expensive transformation to adapt and mitigate climate change.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Dec. 21, 2023 -
Opinion
Don’t fall for the meat industry’s COP out
Meat and dairy industry representatives made a big show at COP28 claiming that they want to be a part of the solution to combat climate change, but some see it as just greenwashing.
By Gene Baur • Dec. 20, 2023 -
Perdue taps former Tyson exec to lead supply chain in newly created role
Gregg Uecker will oversee every aspect of operations as poultry processors ramp up cost savings plans.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Dec. 20, 2023 -
USDA pressured to delay poultry competition rule
Lawmakers say more time is needed to comply with changes made under the Packers and Stockyards Act, which could affect tens of thousands of chicken contracts.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Dec. 19, 2023 -
US allows beef imports from Paraguay despite pushback from ranchers
Livestock producers are looking to overturn the rule, warning of potential food safety and trade risks.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Dec. 19, 2023 -
DOL shifts to a per-violation penalty for certain child labor infractions
The move is yet another enforcement change in a year where federal regulators levied high-profile penalties against child labor law violators in meatpacking and other industries.
By Ryan Golden • Dec. 15, 2023 -
UFCW throws support behind proposed grant program protecting farm and food workers
The Grocery, Farm, and Food Worker Stabilization Act would help cover “disaster-related costs” for workers across the supply chain, including those in grocery and meatpacking.
By Peyton Bigora • Dec. 14, 2023 -
Court approves Cargill’s $2.4M settlement of ransomware outage wage claims
Employees alleged that the Kronos Private Cloud cyberattack resulted in unpaid wages and overtime, among other damages.
By Ryan Golden • Dec. 12, 2023 -
Smithfield ends grower contracts with 26 hog farms in Utah
The action builds on the pork company’s cost-cutting efforts during one of the worst market environments for hog farmers on record.
By Nathan Owens • Dec. 12, 2023 -
Here’s the UN’s roadmap for agriculture to reach net-zero emissions
A landmark report released at COP28 says wholesale changes to production practices and diets will be needed to keep temperatures in check while ensuring food security needs are met.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Dec. 11, 2023 -
Why Hormel is investing $200M in its supply chain
The three-year strategy to modernize operations includes a plan to overhaul the CPG's Barron, Wisconsin plant to better support brands.
By Alejandra Carranza • Dec. 11, 2023 -
The biggest food sustainability pledges at COP28, from Bezos to JBS
Food companies commit millions of dollars to tackle methane and advance regenerative agriculture, while governments prioritize farming in climate action plans. Here are the highlights from the U.N. climate summit in Dubai.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Dec. 7, 2023 -
Tyson’s insect bet will spur further adoption in the space, IFT member says
Protein producers adopting bugs for use in animal feed provides a lower barrier for entry, potentially making it easier to introduce insects into consumer diets, experts say.
By Chris Casey • Dec. 5, 2023 -
Turkey drags down Hormel earnings amid inflation, bird flu headwinds
In the company’s earnings call, CEO Jim Snee signaled caution ahead of the new year, projecting a decline in sales as consumers cut back on spending.
By Chris Casey • Nov. 30, 2023 -
USDA extends trial for increased line speeds at pork plants
The agency’s “time-limited trial” will continue to give experts enough time to design a study to evaluate the impact of faster operations on worker safety.
By Nathan Owens • Nov. 30, 2023 -
Tyson debuts $300M highly automated chicken plant
The Virginia facility is one of the food giant's most technologically advanced, and is expected to churn out 4 million pounds of protein a week.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Nov. 30, 2023 -
Nestlé, Kraft prevail in egg producer price-fixing case
An Illinois federal jury found Cal-Maine and other producers liable for limiting supply between 2004 and 2008 in an effort to drive up costs.
By Chris Casey • Nov. 29, 2023 -
USDA to update industry on pork line speed trial ahead of looming deadline
The food inspection agency is facing pressure to create a more permanent solution or file an extension.
By Nathan Owens • Nov. 21, 2023