Meat & Poultry

U.S. pork prices that already are the highest ever probably may rise further as hog producers pass along the increased costs of animal feed, said Steve Meyer, the president of Paragon Economics. …

Chicken is safe to eat. The Food & Drug Administration says it is NOT raising any alarms about consumption of chicken. 3-Nitro has been used to maintain good health in chicken flocks for many years. It is used in many, but not all, flocks. When used, 3-Nitro is given according to label directions approved by FDA.
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FreshCase® packaging—a groundbreaking new material technology from Curwood for case-ready meats—delivers the superior flavor, quality and extended shelf life of vacuum packaging; the fresh red color consumers prefer; and cost advantages that help processors and retailers maintain critical profit margins. …

Like the beer business, the sausage market has only a few key players, Salm said. And neither partner from Gilbert’s Craft Sausage saw a company that was making gourmet beef or pork sausages.
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The Joint Industry Safety and Health Council awarded 56 chicken and turkey companies for outstanding safety performance through the implementation of innovative and effective safety and health programs. The annual safety awards were presented during the 2011 National Safety Conference for the Poultry Industry held in Savannah, GA. …