U.S. Meat Industry Gains Momentum with New Export Approvals to China
In a notable advancement for the U.S. meat industry, China has recently greenlit several American beef and pork processing plants for export, a first in nearly a year. This development, as reported by Erin Borror, Vice President for Economic Analysis at the US Meat Export Federation, signals a positive shift in trade dynamics. Expansion of […]
India’s Strategic Reduction of U.S. Turkey Tariffs: A New Era in Agri-Trade
In a landmark decision with far-reaching implications for global agricultural trade, India has significantly revised its tariff regime on imported frozen turkey from the United States. By reducing the import duty from a substantial 30% to a mere 5%, India has opened its doors wider to American poultry producers, heralding a new chapter in Indo-American […]
Navigating Retail Challenges in Meat Processing: Theo Weening’s Journey from Butcher’s Son to Industry Mentor
Theo Weening’s journey in the meat processing industry, beginning in the Netherlands and culminating in a significant role in the U.S. market, exemplifies the depth of expertise required to navigate the complex world of meat retail and processing. Early Foundations in the Netherlands Born into a family deeply rooted in the butchery trade, Weening’s early […]
Senate Committee Urges USDA Action on Swine Slaughter Inspection System Deadline
The United States Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry has raised concerns over the impending November 30 deadline set by the USDA for the time-limited trial (TLT) of the New Swine Slaughter Inspection System (NSIS). Currently, six processing plants in Illinois, Michigan, Minnesota, Nebraska, and Pennsylvania operate under the TLT, which permits increased line […]
Purdue University’s Breakthrough in Real-Time Sample Analysis: Revolutionising Industrial and Agricultural Monitoring
Researchers at Purdue University are pioneering a new application of mass spectrometry, traditionally a complex laboratory technique, to enable real-time, point-of-care sample analysis in industrial and agricultural settings. This innovative approach, led by Christina Ferreira, a metabolomics analyst at Purdue’s Metabolite Profiling Facility and Center for Analytical Instrument Development, simplifies the process, making it accessible […]
CSU’s Innovative Climate Change Roadmap: Charting the Course for Future Research
In a notable advancement for climate science, Colorado State University (CSU) has introduced a comprehensive National Climate Change Roadmap. This initiative, funded by a $300,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture, was unveiled at the Association of Public and Land-Grant Universities’ annual meeting on November 13. The roadmap […]
Unlocking Soil Secrets: Calcium’s Surprising Role in Enhancing Soil Quality
Farmers have long turned to calcium for its soil-enriching qualities, but recent research has unearthed something quite remarkable. Scientists from Cornell and Purdue Universities, using the Canadian Light Source, have stumbled upon a mechanism of calcium in soil that’s been hiding in plain sight. Who knew calcium had more tricks up its sleeve? “It’s not […]
Red Meat Supplies in Cold Storage Decline, Poultry Sees Slight Increase
As of the end of October 2023, there has been a notable decrease in red meat stocks in cold storage compared to the same period last year, according to the latest data from the USDA. This decline is attributed to robust demand and a slowdown in production, particularly for beef. The total quantity of red […]
Florida’s Bold Stance Against Lab-Grown Meat: The HB 435 Bill
In a striking legislative development, Florida’s House Republican Ryler Sirois has tabled a bill, labelled HB 435, that could dramatically reshape the state’s approach to cultivated meat. This bill, if passed, would place Florida at the forefront of states taking a firm stance against the burgeoning industry of lab-grown meat products. Introduced this Monday, the […]
Cattle Market Trends: Increased Sales and Herd Liquidation
Recent trends in the cattle market have shown a notable increase in sales, driven by stronger cattle prices and environmental factors. Cattle producers, particularly in the United States, have been actively selling steers and heifers. This surge in sales is partly attributed to capitalising on the higher prices and, in some instances, necessitated by ongoing […]
