Chicken consumption on a boneless weight basis surpasses beef consumption for the first time,
Oil prices, global demand push food higher
Food prices are up, but the global economy — rather than a lack of rain in the U.S. Corn Belt — are likely to blame, a U.S. food marketing expert says.
John Stanton, professor of food marketing at Saint Joseph’s University in Philadelphia, says increasing global demand for crops such as corn is putting pressure on U.S. food prices. "Price increases from the droughts are likely to have short-term effects, but global issues can have a longer and greater impact," Stanton said in a news release.
Impact of U.S. ethanol waiver would arrive year later: think tank
If the Obama administration relaxes the requirement to use corn-based ethanol in gasoline, the benefits would arrive a year later, with more corn available at lower cost for livestock feed […]
Ron Foster and Foster Farms receive 2012 Distinguished Service Award
Ron Foster and Foster Farms have been awarded the School of Veterinary Medicine’s 2012 Distinguished Service Award in recognition of his outstanding service as a charter member of the Dean’s Advisory Council, his legislative advocacy on behalf of the School, and the Foster Farms philanthropic support to advance the School’s missions. The award was presented October 2 at the UC Davis School of Veterinary Medicine Fall Faculty Reception 2012.
HSUS CEO makes bid for seat on Tyson board
Wayne Pacelle, chief executive officer of The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS), announced he is running for a slot on the Tyson Foods, Inc. board of directors with […]
US Poultry names rep to Ranchers Alliance board
The US Poultry & Egg Association appointed Bernard Leonard, former group vice president of food service poultry and prepared foods for Tyson Foods Inc., as a representative to the US […]
Renewable Fuel Standard flexibility needed
American dairymen, ranchers, and poultry and pork producers are facing economic hardships and even bankruptcy from a perfect storm of shrinking corn supplies and soaring corn prices. As one of […]
Renewable Fuel Standard flexibility needed
American dairymen, ranchers, and poultry and pork producers are facing economic hardships and even bankruptcy from a perfect storm of shrinking corn supplies and soaring corn prices. As one of […]
Bill demanding water, shade for farmworkers killed by Governor
Gov. Jerry Brown killed legislation Sunday that would have made it a crime for farmers not to provide adequate shade and water to their field workers. Assembly Bill 2676 required […]
Found a problem with your food? USDA wants to know about it
Have you ever opened a package from the grocery store to find that something wasn’t right about it, and then wondered who to call to report a problem? The company’s […]