Hog Futures Drop As U.S. Pork Demand May Be Slower; Cattle Fall

September 29, 2010 Elizabeth Campbell, Bloomberg

Hog futures fell the most since early August as plunging pork prices signaled slowing demand and ample supplies of animals available for slaughter. Cattle also declined.

Texas Hill Country Barbecue Expands Production At TX Plant To Fill Significant Orders

Texas Hill Country Barbecue, Inc. announced today the expansion of production in order to facilitate requirements of increased retail and wholesale orders.

Give Customers More Reasons To Be Thankful: Add Beef To The Menu

September 28, 2010 The Beef Checkoff

While Thanksgiving is traditionally considered “Turkey Day,” many of your customers may be receptive to incorporating beef into their celebrations to help enhance the flavors on their tables. Here are some suggestions for boosting beef sales during this important American holiday.

Grass-Fed Goat Trend Increases Demand Tenfold At California’s McCormack Ranch

September 28, 2010 McCormack Ranch

Goat, one of the most common foods in the world, has recently catapulted to popularity appearing as a specialty item on restaurant menus.

Illinois-Based Valley Meats Introduces New Ground Pork Patty

September 28, 2010 Valley Meats LLC

Valley Meats LLC of Coal Valley, Illinois announced today that it has introduced a new ground pork patty product available to regional casual and quick service dining venues in the central Midwest.