Profit For Tyson, Despite Beef Flap
Tyson Foods reported a $10 million increase in net income for the second quarter, but its beef business lost $1 million in part because of the controversy over beef trimmings. …
Meat & Poultry
Gold'n Plump Sizzles With New Line Of Chicken Sausages
GNP Company™, the Midwest's largest chicken producer, launched its first-ever line of Gold'n Plump® chicken sausages, bratwursts and breakfast links. From Parmesan Italian and Hot Italian Chicken Sausages to Chicken Brats and Apple Maple Chicken Breakfast Links, the product line is available just in time for the summer grilling season. The fresh, premium quality chicken sausages can be found in the fresh meat sections of grocery stores nationwide selling for $4.49 to $5.99 per package. …
Loblaw Increases Offer Of Locally Sourced Beef In Its Ontario Banner Stores
Based on the positive reception from customers and a commitment from Ontario farmers to beef up supply, Loblaw Companies Limited (Loblaw) today announced that Ontario Corn Fed Beef (OCFB) will be available at 46 more Ontario Loblaw grocery stores, bring the total to 200 of its stores. This program involves 500 Ontario beef farmers, with more producers expected to join the program to meet growing market demand. …
FSIS Announces New Traceback Measures, Recall Procedures & Draft Validation Guidance On HAACP Plans
The Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has announced it is sending three documents to the Federal Register announcing several new policy measures that will affect inspected establishments. The documents are expected to publish in the Federal Register this week. …
US Hogs Hit New Lows On Cash, Pork Demand Worries
U.S. hog futures fell to contract lows on Wednesday as packers lowered their bids for cash hogs in an effort to recoup lost margins. Additionally, traders cited sluggish demand for pork at a time when retailers typically buy fresh meat for Memorial Day holiday grilling on May 28. …