…certain FADs would immediately close U.S. pork export markets, with significant harm to our farmers, consumers and overall economy. NPPC continues to advocate for other FAD preparedness measures, including establishing…
Maintaining the Integrity of the Organic Seal
…the organic seal was shown to be falsely represented. As consumers may not always understand the particulars regarding which individual products are misrepresenting the organic sector, it’s important for industry…
Groups Respond to China Phase One Trade News
…tariffs for many months.” said Woodall. “While tariffs grab most of the headlines, China’s unjustifiable non-tariff barriers and restrictions on science-based production technologies must be addressed so that Chinese consumers…
NCBA Applauds U.S. Senate Introduction of Real MEAT Act
…Anthony Brindisi (D – 22nd Dist., N.Y.) in October. “It’s clear that fake-meat companies are continuing to mislead consumers about the nutritional merits and actual ingredient composition of their products,”…
Brewery Goes ‘Full Circle’ with MJDOA Partnership
…gap between the industry and consumers. MAT Full Circle Brewing in Fresno California makes beers with titles like ‘Pie of the Tiger,’ ‘Illa Vanilla,’ and ‘Juicy.’ ‘My Beer Depends on…
Cattlemen Celebrate Finalization of Trade Deal With Japan
…is a tremendous victory and a great day for America’s beef producers and Japanese consumers. Japan is the number one export market for U.S. beef, and for many years it…
NCBA Seeks Clarity and Consistency in Beef Origin Labeling Practices
…beef producers, work at the speed of commerce, meet America’s trade obligations and prevent confusion among consumers. For several months, NCBA has been studying origin claims in use on some…
With Traceability Top of Mind, A Greater Push to Company-Specific UPCs in 2020
…more popular with consumers. Assigning brand-specific identification to produce will also assist in food safety efforts when a recall is issued for potentially contaminated products. The origin of an outbreak…
NCBA Puts A New Spin on the Traditional Yule Log
…cannot be replicated, which is why we think sizzle videos resonate so well with consumers,” said Season Solorio, Senior Executive Director of brand marketing and communications for NCBA. “The holidays…
Farmers Receive an Average of 12 Cents of Every Thanksgiving Food Dollar
…a pound. Interestingly, throughout the rest of the year farmers typically receive an average of about $0.14 of every food dollar spent by consumers. More than 85 percent of food…
U.S. Pork Can Reduce Overall U.S. Trade Deficit with China by Nearly Six Percent
…China’s actions would unleash tremendous benefits to U.S. pork producers, our nation and Chinese consumers who rely on this essential protein,” said Hayes. According to Dr. Hayes’ analysis, U.S. pork…
Latest Romaine Recall Expands Over E. coli Concerns
…including salad kits, pre-cut hearts of romaine, as well as salad mixes. FSIS altered consumers about the potential for E. coli contamination and advised consumers to avoid salads, sandwiches, and…
Romaine E. coli Scare Before Thanksgiving…Again
…Thanksgiving in 2018, the CDC issued a recommendation that consumers not eat any romaine lettuce and throw the product out. Such a broad warning before a major holiday was disastrous…
Thanksgiving Dinner Cost Rises Only a Penny
…don’t realize only 8 cents of every dollar consumers spend on food goes to farmers,” he added. https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=1&v=CJ2Xmh7u4AQ&feature=emb_logo In a new Farm Bureau survey, most Americans were surprised to learn…