Meat & Poultry: Page 10
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Cal-Maine buys egg producer for $110M to grow presence in the Northeast
The purchase of ISE America expands the company’s dominant position in the protein with the addition of nearly 5 million egg-laying hens to its portfolio.
By Chris Casey • July 1, 2024 -
Why Perdue Farms isn’t giving up on ‘no antibiotics ever’ chicken
The poultry giant outlines why it's still committed to the label as Tyson Foods and restaurant chains like Chick-fil-A withdraw their policies.
By Sarah Zimmerman • June 27, 2024 -
1 year later: Strides and hiccups for the cultivated meat industry
Two chicken products were approved for sale in the U.S. last June but factory-grown meat products are still facing headwinds like access to capital.
By Elizabeth Flood • June 26, 2024 -
Bird flu survived pasteurization of heavily infected milk: study
Researchers said the findings should not be used to draw conclusions about the safety of the nation’s retail milk supply.
By Nathan Owens • June 25, 2024 -
Column
Leftovers: Campbell’s brings the heat with new soups | Pilgrim’s pulls out all the stops for chicken snacks
The new soup offerings follow rising demand for spicy flavors, and Premier Protein muscles into breakfast with pancake and waffle mixes.
By Food Dive staff • June 21, 2024 -
Inside the dairies with bird flu: What farms’ experiences say about the need for biosecurity
A USDA survey of affected dairy farms revealed lapses in sanitation and equipment handling.
By Nathan Owens • June 20, 2024 -
Beyond Meat launches next product in fourth-generation formula lineup
The plant-based pioneer is furthering its mission to make cleaner-label products by offering new sausage varieties.
By Elizabeth Flood • June 20, 2024 -
Plant-based startup Tender secures deal with fast food chain
The Boston company is using newly acquired cash to expand into restaurants and innovate with new products.
By Elizabeth Flood • June 18, 2024 -
Nestlé taps into limited-time offerings to boost relevance of DiGiorno pizza
Products with unique toppings tied to the Deadpool & Wolverine movie are designed to increase shelf space and deepen the brand’s relationship with consumers, the food company said.
By Christopher Doering • June 17, 2024 -
Column
Leftovers: GoodPop refreshes ice pops with electrolytes | ‘TikTok’s First Family’ debuts new popcorn flavors
The frozen treats maker launched Hydrating Freezer Pops, while Tyson leans into home cooking with its latest chicken products.
By Food Dive staff • June 14, 2024 -
Tyson Foods CFO suspended after arrest for intoxicated driving
This is the second alcohol-related incident for John R. Tyson since taking the executive role less than two years ago.
By Nathan Owens • June 14, 2024 -
Wyoming becomes 12th state to report bird flu in dairy cows
As the outbreak widens, Iowa is urging the Biden administration to compensate farmers for lost milk production.
By Nathan Owens • June 12, 2024 -
The Better Meat Co. reduces its mycelium production costs by 30%
The Sacramento, California-based company is looking to provide its Rhiza ingredient to large food companies at scale with its new production process.
By Elizabeth Flood • June 11, 2024 -
Prop 12 offsets ‘big pop’ in pork market, expert says
Increased demand from Mexico and other trading partners is keeping prices afloat as domestic consumption sags.
By Nathan Owens • June 10, 2024 -
Opinion
The seafood industry must recognize that healthy seas require safeguarding human rights
On World Oceans Day, a fun spotlight is often put on the need to safeguard our ecosystems. Behind the festivities is a sobering reality check that goes beyond the health of our waters.
By Ryan Bigelow • June 7, 2024 -
Turkey pressures Hormel profits
Despite challenges from bird flu and inflation weighing on its sales, the Minnesota-based company saw gains in Planters, Corn Nuts and other snacks.
By Chris Casey • May 31, 2024 -
Post Holdings says bird flu hit nearly 14% of egg supply
The CPG giant reported avian influenza outbreaks among third-party contracted flocks in Minnesota and Iowa.
By Sarah Zimmerman • May 30, 2024 -
Bird flu found in beef from US dairy cow as outbreak intensifies
The positive result comes as the virus spreads to more farms, including an Iowa egg operation that is killing 4.2 million commercial layer chickens.
By Nathan Owens • May 29, 2024 -
Food industry conferences to watch before the end of 2024
Though the year is almost halfway over, there are still plenty of conventions and events scheduled. Food Dive is highlighting 9 to keep an eye on.
By Elizabeth Flood • May 29, 2024 -
Second US dairy farm worker tests positive for bird flu
The CDC says the risk to the general public remains low, but underscored the importance of precautions for farmhands.
By Nathan Owens • May 23, 2024 -
Opinion
Brands need a new model of sustainability. Here’s how we can flip the script
Companies need to shift their focus from selling to doing, writes Kenny Fahey, president and CEO of Leading Harvest.
By Kenny Fahey • May 23, 2024 -
Meatable appoints beef industry veteran as CEO
Jeff "Trip" Tripician spent years leading companies with ties to Big Ag and is now part of the cultivated meat company's mission to expand in the U.S.
By Elizabeth Flood • May 22, 2024 -
Nestlé debuts new brand for consumers using GLP-1 drugs, managing weight
Vital Pursuit is the first major U.S. brand to be launched by the food giant in nearly three decades. The line’s frozen pizza, sandwiches and bowls will reach stores by October.
By Christopher Doering • May 21, 2024 -
On Special: Chicken sales cook as prices fall
Grocers are leaning into the protein as it continues to resonate with price-sensitive shoppers.
By Catherine Douglas Moran • Updated May 20, 2024 -
Jack Link’s takes shot at competition in Gen Z-focused national campaign
“Feed Your Wild Side” will target college towns this summer and include TikTok videos dedicated to “wild content” and taking playful digs at “Jim.”
By Sara Karlovitch • May 17, 2024