Canadian Agriculture Minister Discusses Trade Concerns with U.S. Officials
Lawrence MacAulay, Canada’s Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, recently voiced concerns over the potential trade implications of the United States’ Proposition 12 and voluntary country of origin labelling (VCOOL) regulations in animal agriculture. These regulations, he fears, could potentially hinder trade and disrupt supply chains between the two nations. MacAulay’s comments came during his inaugural […]
South Dakota Meat Processor Secures Funding for Facility Upgrades
The West River Foundation for Economic & Community Development (WRFECD) has recently finalised a loan agreement with Sturgis Meats LLC, located in Sturgis, SD. This loan, the first under the newly established Meat & Poultry Intermediary Lending Program (MPILP) grant, is set to finance significant equipment upgrades at the Sturgis Meats facility. The planned upgrades […]
USDA’s Latest Cattle on Feed Report Aligns with Market Expectations
The USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) has published its monthly Cattle on Feed report, revealing figures largely anticipated by industry analysts. According to the Daily Livestock Report‘s analysis, the placement activity stood at 95.5% of the previous year’s level, marginally below the average pre-report estimate of 95.8% for 2022. The report detailed variations across […]
Nebraska’s Greater Omaha Packing Expands with Heartland Proteins Acquisition
In a strategic development in the agricultural sector, Greater Omaha Packing Inc., a key player in Nebraska’s meat processing industry, has announced its acquisition of Heartland Proteins. This move marks a significant expansion for Greater Omaha Packing, enhancing its presence in the animal feed industry. Heartland Proteins, established by industry veteran Keith Fulton in 2018, […]
Standard Meat Co. Announces New Processing Plant in Texas
Standard Meat Co. is set to revamp a former meat processing facility near its Fort Worth, Texas headquarters, marking the addition of its fifth protein plant. The company plans to transform the 166,000-square-foot facility, originally built in 1955, into a modern production hub for its state-of-the-art sous vide production lines. This development, as stated in […]
U.S. and China Renew Agricultural Dialogue: Vilsack Meets Chinese Ag Minister
In a significant diplomatic engagement, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Vilsack met with Tang Renjian, the Minister of Agriculture and Rural Affairs of the People’s Republic of China, on Thursday. This meeting marked the first engagement since 2015 under the Joint Committee on Cooperation in Agriculture, a platform established in 2003 to facilitate agricultural cooperation and bilateral […]
Cattle Australia Advocates for a Balanced Approach to Achieving 2050 Net Zero Goals
Cattle Australia (CA) has called on the Federal Government to adopt a balanced strategy in addressing climate change, particularly in the context of Australia’s 2050 net zero ambitions. This appeal was made in CA’s recent submission to the government regarding the proposed Agriculture and Land Sectoral Plan. Dr Chris Parker, CEO of Cattle Australia, emphasised […]
OSPRI CEO Announces Departure, Leaving Legacy of Success
OSPRI’s Chief Executive Officer (CEO) has announced his decision to step down, marking the end of a significant era for the organisation. This move follows his successful completion of OSPRI’s 5-year strategic plan, paving the way for a new leader to take the helm. Under his leadership, OSPRI has seen remarkable achievements. The organisation, known […]
Eastern Missouri to Welcome $800M Beef Processing Plant in 2025
A significant development in the beef processing industry is underway in eastern Missouri, with plans for a large-scale beef processing plant progressing smoothly. The facility, named America’s Heartland Packing, is on track to begin cattle contracting later this year, gearing up for its official opening in January 2025, as reported by Brownfield Ag News. Steve […]
Turkey Firmly Opposes Cultivated Meat, Prioritises Traditional Agriculture
Turkey’s stance on alternative meat was made clear by Agriculture and Forestry Minister Ibrahim Yumakli at the recent FAO National Food Codex Commission meeting. Addressing speculations about the government’s stance on cultivated meat, Yumakli firmly stated that such products have never been considered for approval in Turkey’s agricultural agenda. According to Turkish Agri News, Yumakli […]
