FSIS Expands Public Health Alert For Imported Canadian Beef From XL Foods

October 1, 2012 USDA FSIS

The USDA's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) is expanding the Public Health Alert for XL Foods (Canadian Establishment 038) to include all beef and beef products produced on August 24, 27, 28, 29 and September 5. FSIS was notified this evening that XL Foods has expanded their recall to include all beef and beef products produced on the above dates.

Meyer Natural Angus Partners With The Green Bay Packers

October 1, 2012 Meyer Natural Angus

Meyer Natural Angus, the leading producer of naturally-raised premium steak and ground beef products, is partnering with the Green Bay Packers for the second consecutive year. Meyer Natural Angus will continue to provide premium beef to the Packers for team meals and special events for the organization throughout the 2012-2013 season.

AMSA Releases Meat Color Measurement Guidelines

The American Meat Science Association (AMSA) Research Protocol Committee is excited to announce the release of the much anticipated AMSA Meat Color Measurement Guidelines, edited by AMSA members Drs. Melvin Hunt and Andy King.

National Pork Board Responds To HSUS Lawsuit

September 27, 2012 The National Pork Board

The lawsuit filed Monday by the Humane Society of the United States against the U.S.secretary of agriculture and the U.S. Department of Agriculture over the purchase by the National Pork Board of "The Other White Meat" registered trademark challenges the legitimate purchase of a valuable business asset, National Pork Board Chief Executive Officer Chris Novak said.

New Empire Packing Co. Plant Could Bring 200 Jobs To Warren County, OH

Warren County could get 200 new jobs if a deal goes through to build a new meat processing plant there, according to state development officials.