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#livestock-traceability
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 day ago

CFIA could move forward with proposed livestock traceability changes ... but will it?

The CFIA is pausing livestock traceability regulation changes to consider industry feedback and engage in further consultations.
Canada news
fromRealagriculture
2 weeks ago

Cattle sector seeks workable path forward on traceability

Proposed livestock traceability regulations in Canada face significant opposition from the Canadian Cattle Association, citing concerns over practicality and cost.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 day ago

CFIA could move forward with proposed livestock traceability changes ... but will it?

The CFIA is pausing livestock traceability regulation changes to consider industry feedback and engage in further consultations.
Canada news
fromRealagriculture
2 weeks ago

Cattle sector seeks workable path forward on traceability

Proposed livestock traceability regulations in Canada face significant opposition from the Canadian Cattle Association, citing concerns over practicality and cost.
Berlin food
fromTasting Table
1 day ago

The Deli Meat Brand We Avoid (And Shoppers Do Too) - Tasting Table

Boar's Head deli meat has lost consumer trust due to food poisoning outbreaks and sanitation issues.
Pets
fromMail Online
20 hours ago

Sausages off the menu! Gloucestershire Old Spot pigs PLUMMET in UK

The population of Gloucestershire Old Spot pigs is declining, with less than 100 females producing registered piglets, raising concerns about their survival.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Making a splash: demand for raw and brewed' milk growing in UK

Bryce Cunningham, managing director of Mossgiel Organic Dairy, stated: 'People are looking for flavour, transparency and something that feels closer to the farm. We cannot sell fully raw milk widely in the UK, so brewed milk is our answer to consumer curiosity. It makes fantastic coffee and incredibly rich porridge.'
Public health
East Bay food
fromKqed
4 days ago

These Workers Keep Produce Moving In the Golden State | KQED

California's food supply relies on the Oakland Produce Market and the maintenance of irrigation canals by Big Valley Divers.
fromRealagriculture
4 days ago

New data sheds light on financial picture behind AAFC closures

AAFC spent $40 million to operate the seven sites in 2024-25. Of that total, $27 million was dedicated to scientific research, while $13 million was attributed to corporate support.
Canada news
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

Ammonia pollution hotspots found in areas of UK with most pig and poultry factory farms

Ammonia emissions are dangerous to human health and the environment. In the UK, agriculture is responsible for 89% of national emissions of the nitrogen-based gas used to produce fertilisers and released from livestock manure.
Environment
fromRealagriculture
6 days ago

Consultation opens on draft Beef Cattle Code of Practice

The public comment period is an important opportunity for producers across Canada to review the draft Code and provide feedback on how it applies to their operations. Producer perspectives from across the country help ensure the Code reflects the diversity of Canadian beef production systems and remains practical for producers who raise cattle.
Online Community Development
NYC food
fromBon Appetit
1 week ago

The Cost of Chicken Is Too Damn High

A rotisserie chicken at Gigi's in Brooklyn costs $77, sparking outrage and discussions about wealth disparity and affordability.
#animal-welfare
fromFortune
2 days ago
Pets

About 1,000 animal welfare activists tried to storm a beagle research facility protected by a manure-filled trench, hay bales and a barbed-wire fence | Fortune

fromFortune
2 days ago
Pets

About 1,000 animal welfare activists tried to storm a beagle research facility protected by a manure-filled trench, hay bales and a barbed-wire fence | Fortune

#beef-prices
Agriculture
fromFast Company
5 days ago

Record high beef prices won't be fixed with more cattle, ranchers say. Here's why

Beef prices remain high due to the smallest U.S. cattle herd in over 75 years, as ranchers hesitate to increase their herds.
Food & drink
fromBoston Herald
1 month ago

Beef prices are high. This butcher has suggestions

Ground beef prices have surged 51% since February 2020 due to drought, low cattle numbers, tariffs, rising input costs, and disease, with further 9.4% increases predicted in 2024.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
2 weeks ago

4 Whole Foods Meats To Buy And 3 To Avoid - Tasting Table

Whole Foods offers a selection of meats, with some products like 365 ground pork being worth trying for their flavor and quality.
#chick-fil-a
Silicon Valley food
fromTasting Table
2 weeks ago

Chick-Fil-A Is Breaking Its Promise To Only Use Cage-Free Eggs By 2026 - Tasting Table

Chick-fil-A has not fulfilled its promise to use 100% cage-free eggs by 2026, despite other chains achieving this goal.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
4 weeks ago

What Happens To Chick-Fil-A's Leftover Chicken? - Tasting Table

Chick-fil-A's Shared Table program donates surplus food to nonprofits, serving over 42 million meals and addressing food waste effectively.
fromModern Farmer
4 days ago

On a Maine Farm, Regeneration Starts With the Sheep

The herd is Navajo-Churro, a heritage breed long tended by the Diné people of the American Southwest. Resilient and rooted in a fragile history, these sheep carry something beyond wool and weight.
Agriculture
Public health
fromKqed
1 week ago

New Report Highlights Low Pay, Dangerous Working Conditions for Farmworkers | KQED

Low wages for California farmworkers contribute to a public health crisis, impacting their health, families, and communities significantly.
Pets
fromPsychology Today
1 week ago

Cows Are Smarter Than You Think

Humans perceive edible animals as unintelligent and companion animals as intelligent, influenced by cultural beliefs and justifications for factory farming.
Dining
fromMail Online
2 weeks ago

Woke scientists want photos of ANIMALS on menus to put diners off meat

Adding photos of animals to menus increases the likelihood of diners choosing vegetarian options over meat dishes.
#beyond-meat
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks ago

Beyond Meat Collapses

Beyond Meat's stock has plummeted over 99% since its IPO, signaling a decline in the meatless meat market and company viability.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
3 weeks ago

The Pricing Problem Behind Beyond Meat Disappearing From Shelves - Tasting Table

Beyond Meat faces challenges due to high pricing compared to conventional meat, leading to declining sales despite attempts to lower prices.
Business
from24/7 Wall St.
2 weeks ago

Beyond Meat Collapses

Beyond Meat's stock has plummeted over 99% since its IPO, signaling a decline in the meatless meat market and company viability.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
3 weeks ago

The Pricing Problem Behind Beyond Meat Disappearing From Shelves - Tasting Table

Beyond Meat faces challenges due to high pricing compared to conventional meat, leading to declining sales despite attempts to lower prices.
Agriculture
fromFortune
1 week ago

Union workers win their beef: New labor contract sealed at one of the nation's largest meatpacking plants | Fortune

Workers at JBS USA's Swift Beef Co. plant reached an agreement after a three-week strike, securing wage increases and improved health care.
Pets
fromRealagriculture
1 week ago

Buddying up: Group housing for calves gains traction on dairy farms

Calf housing is evolving towards group-based designs to enhance animal welfare, growth rates, and labor efficiency.
SF food
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

The seafood industry bets Americans will eat more fish if it looks more like meat

The seafood industry is transforming fish products to resemble popular meat dishes to appeal to American consumers.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 week ago

Beef Market Update: Cash market moves, protein demand, and feeder cattle movement changes

Cash cattle prices are rising, with strong demand supporting the beef market despite economic pressures.
Berlin food
fromTasting Table
3 weeks ago

Does Wendy's Use Fresh Or Precooked Bacon? - Tasting Table

Wendy's is switching to precooked bacon, leading to customer dissatisfaction and concerns about food quality.
Canada news
fromRealagriculture
3 weeks ago

RealAg on the Weekend: Farm economics, land value, and strong lean beef demand, Mar 28 & 29 2026

Current challenges in farm economics and beef market updates are discussed alongside insights from the FCC land value report.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Dog owners now face unlimited fines under new laws aimed at protecting farm animals

The UK implemented stricter livestock protection laws increasing penalties for dog owners from £1,000 to unlimited fines, with police authority to detain dogs suspected of attacking farm animals.
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

This Is How Much Bacon Cost The Year You Were Born - Tasting Table

While bacon and eggs only made their way to the breakfast table in the 1920s, the processed meat has been part of the American diet since pigs first arrived on the continent in the 1500s. These days the average American eats around 18 pounds of bacon annually.
Boston real estate
Agriculture
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

UK looks to relax planning rules for factory farms after industry lobbying

Ministers are revising planning rules to facilitate intensive livestock farming despite environmental concerns and local opposition.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Egg prices have taken a beating. What's behind the drop?

Egg prices have fallen sharply to $2.50 per dozen after avian flu damage decreased, but farmers face severe losses with wholesale prices plummeting over 90% to around 70 cents per dozen.
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

IRJ Frozen Foods: From Farm to Freezer Leader

Our goal in starting this business was to build a reliable, sustainable company. We wanted to deliver high-quality frozen fruit products while creating long-term value for our partners and community. We are direct producers - from the farm to the table.
Silicon Valley food
Everyday cooking
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

Why You'll Probably Want To Avoid This Popular Type Of Meat At The Grocery Store - Tasting Table

Pre-marinated packaged meats compromise texture and contain excessive sodium and phosphates, making homemade marinades a healthier alternative despite requiring more time.
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

The 'Oyster Capital Of The East Coast' Isn't The State You Might Expect - Tasting Table

East Coast oysters are known and loved over the world for the clean minerality and distinctive salinity, which is reflective of the cold Atlantic waters where they come from. Although Maine and Maryland get a lot of credit, oysters are present along the continent's entire eastern coast, as far north as Canada's Prince Edward Island all the way down to South Florida.
Silicon Valley food
LA real estate
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Pico Rivera aims to buy L.A.'s last slaughterhouse to keep other meat processors from moving in

Pico Rivera seeks to acquire the 3.74-acre former Manning Beef slaughterhouse to prevent another meatpacker and repurpose the land for housing or public open space.
Philosophy
fromLady Freethinker
3 months ago

When 'Cow' Becomes 'Beef': How Language Shapes the Way We Treat Animals

Language shapes moral perception of animals, reducing individuality through labels and justifying harm, thereby influencing empathy and societal treatment.
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

7 Best Markets To Get Country Ham In Northern Virginia - Tasting Table

For pork lover, there's nothing quite as irresistible as the salty, savory pull of Virginia country ham. Whether it's to elevate mouth-watering ham sandwich, for pea and ham soup, or a good old-fashioned honey-glazed roast recipe, there's no shortage of quality cured pork in the Old Dominion State.
Food & drink
Psychology
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

The Pink Slime Problem

Anger spreads rapidly when speed and certainty replace reflection; modern systems amplify small-group survival instincts, yet collective emotional climates can be intentionally redirected.
#cultivated-meat
fromSFGATE
1 month ago
Silicon Valley food

Red states banned this lab pork. Berkeley Bowl just dished it up.

Silicon Valley food
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Red states banned this lab pork. Berkeley Bowl just dished it up.

Lab-grown meat combining plant protein with cultured animal fat is being tested in the Bay Area, offering potential environmental and ethical benefits despite facing investment challenges and consumer skepticism.
California
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Commentary: How SoCal became the nation's dairy queen

Southern California hosted hundreds of dairy farms with more cows than people; contemporary leaders promote diets favoring meat and whole milk over grains and vegetables.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Humanity's favourite food': how to end the livestock industry but keep eating meat

For someone aiming to end the global livestock industry, Bruce Friedrich begins his new book called Meat in disarming fashion: I'm not here to tell anyone what to eat. You won't find vegetarian or vegan recipes in this book, and you won't find a single sentence attempting to convince you to eat differently. This book isn't about policing your plate.
Environment
fromInsideHook
1 month ago

The UK's Taste in Bacon is Changing

Nitrites are generally used as a preservative in bacon and other processed foods, and the U.K.'s Food Standards Agency published a report last fall on the health risks of consuming nitrites. As Dr. James Cooper, the agency's Deputy Director of Food Policy, stated, '[W]hile nitrates and nitrites can form compounds called nitrosamines, many of which are carcinogenic, the link to serious health problems like cancer in humans remains inconclusive.'
Food & drink
Agriculture
fromTruthout
1 month ago

GOP Farm Bill Set to Unleash Pesticide Use and Strip Animal Welfare Protections

The Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 prioritizes agricultural industry interests over food safety and public health protections.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Police investigating after piece of a pig turns up in Newton park

Police do not know if the meat was intended "to feed wildlife, to lure animals for hunting, or some other unknown reason," the department said. "Hunting on conservation land and in Newton parks is prohibited under Massachusetts General Law Chapter 131, Section 59, which forbids hunting or harming wildlife on any reservation, park, common, or land owned or leased by the Commonwealth of its municipalities, except under very limited, authorized circumstances," Newton police wrote in a Facebook post.
Environment
Berlin food
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

Choose Less-Processed Lunch Meat By Following This One Simple Rule - Tasting Table

Choose whole-cut deli meats over processed mixtures, limit consumption to twice weekly, and check labels for excessive nitrates, preservatives, binders, and fillers.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Deadline nears for closure of Point Reyes National Seashore ranches and dairies

A group of ranches and dairies in the Point Reyes National Seashore has about two months left to close down under an agreement with the Nature Conservancy. The federal park announced on Jan. 8, 2025, that six dairies and six beef ranches operating there would cease operations within 15 months following a confidential legal settlement with environmental organizations that had long sought to ban agricultural uses of the park.
Environment
Agriculture
fromThe Walrus
1 month ago

Mega Barns Along the US Border Cause a Big Stink in Manitoba | The Walrus

Riverview's proposed mega dairy facilities in North Dakota risk contaminating the Red River and Lake Winnipeg through manure runoff containing phosphorus, nitrogen, and other contaminants.
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

The Pork Oligarchs of Iowa Have Local Politicians in Their Pockets

Large production sheds, known as "confinements," hold up to 2,500 sows, which are pumped full of antibiotics to help them survive their cramped, windowless existence. CAFOs generate colossal amounts of manure waste, forming gargantuan anaerobic lagoons that foul the air and pollute local water supplies around the farm.
Agriculture
Canada news
fromRealagriculture
2 months ago

Incoming CCA CEO Brocklebank steps in, navigating research cuts and traceability tensions

Andrea Brocklebank begins as Canadian Cattle Association CEO confronting federal research cuts, traceability gaps, and national unity questions while the cattle sector enjoys strong profitability.
Agriculture
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

If plant-based foods must be more honest, let's do the same for meat fancy some cow muscle'? | Deirdra Barr

European regulations restricting plant-based food terminology lack logical consistency and set a problematic precedent for food naming standards.
Food & drink
from710 WOR
2 months ago

Smithfield Foods Acquires Nathan's Famous For $450 Million- Hot Dog! | 710 WOR

Smithfield Foods will acquire Nathan's Famous for $450 million, purchasing all outstanding shares at $102 each and planning cost savings and brand growth.
fromRealagriculture
2 months ago

CRSB introduces new producer incentive for certified operations

The CRSB Certified Producer Incentive will provide a $400 payment in 2026 to eligible beef producers who maintain active certification by June 30, 2026, or who were certified at any point between January 1, 2025, and June 30, 2026. Producers must hold a valid certificate from a CRSB-approved certification body and meet all qualifying cattle requirements to receive the payment.
Canada news
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Why plant-based meats are still expensive

In 2019, the plant-based meat industry experienced explosive growth. Investors poured hundreds of millions of dollars into companies like Beyond Meat and Impossible Foods. Fast-food giants like McDonald's and Burger King rolled out plant-based burgers nationwide. Even celebrities like Snoop Dogg and Katy Perry backed the movement.
Food & drink
Agriculture
fromEarth911
1 month ago

Sustainability In Your Ear: The MooBlue Team Keeps The Beef, Without The Burp

Cattle produce 14.5% of global greenhouse gas emissions primarily through methane burps, and seaweed additives can reduce this by blocking methane-producing enzymes in cow stomachs.
Food & drink
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Food firms urge Europe not to ban calling non-meat products sausages'

Food companies urge EU not to ban terms like 'sausage' and 'burger' for plant-based products, saying labels inform consumers and a ban harms producers.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
1 month ago

RealAg on the Weekend: Livestock traceability, equipment sales & fertilizer fears, Mar 7 & 8, 2026

RealAg on the Weekend covers weekly agricultural news including livestock traceability regulations, fertilizer markets, and equipment sales forecasts with industry experts.
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

Where Does Trader Joe's Organic Chicken Actually Come From? - Tasting Table

Trader Joe's organic chicken sourcing varies by location; ProPublica's Chicken Checker lets shoppers trace poultry by entering the package P-number.
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Springfield dry sausage plant to close, cutting 190 jobs

Workers and communities deserve to be protected from dangerous chemical releases,
Food & drink
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

Wendy's Has A Specific Goal For Its Beef, Which It Hopes To Reach By 2030 - Tasting Table

According to their website, the target is to ensure that by 2030, all of their beef in America and Canada "will be sourced from suppliers that prohibit the routine use of medically important antibiotics". This is a part of Wendy's commitment to sourcing beef responsibly - a long-standing mission that dates back to 2001, when they set up the Animal Welfare Council.
Food & drink
Agriculture
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

9 Of The All-Time Biggest Meat Industry Lawsuits - Tasting Table

Major meat companies have faced multi-million-dollar lawsuits for price-fixing, wrongful death, corruption, greenwashing, and other misconduct.
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

This Is How Arby's Roast Beef Arrives In The Stores - Tasting Table

One of those enduring rumors is that Arby's roast beef comes to the store in liquid form, but that is a totally false allegation that was debunked years ago. The reality is that Arby's roast beef simply comes prepacked in a bag of liquid brine.
Food & drink
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
2 months ago

Quality over volume: Why export access remains critical for beef markets and cattle producers

Open global market access, especially regaining China and expanding Southeast Asia, is essential to maximize carcass value and sustain U.S. cattle profitability.
Agriculture
fromThe Atlantic
2 months ago

America's Cows Are Making Too Much Butterfat

Advances in cow genetics and nutrition raised milk butterfat dramatically, creating record fat production and an oversupply that collapsed butter prices and hurt farmers.
Agriculture
fromRealagriculture
2 months ago

Times are very good in the cattle business - how long can it last?

Record-high cattle prices reflect sustained demand growth and structural supply constraints, suggesting elevated market conditions may persist for several years.
#cattle-markets
fromInsideHook
2 months ago

An Essential Part of Farming Has Two Wings and a Beak

When you think of farming, what ingredients do you generally associate with a successful harvest? The basics certainly come to mind: fertile soil, plenty of sunlight and lots of water. But there are other variables that can also mean the difference between a crop of healthy fruits and vegetables and a large heap of organic waste. And it turns out that one of those variables is a very small hawk.
Agriculture
Agriculture
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Allandale Farm loses second Highland steer following brother's death last year

Curtis, a 16-year-old Highland steer at Allandale Farm, died peacefully, leaving staff and visitors mourning his gentle presence and community impact.
Agriculture
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Big Four' meatpackers under fire as beef prices soar

Tyson Foods closed its Lexington, Nebraska beef plant, eliminating 3,200 jobs despite record company profits, amid allegations of anticompetitive practices by the Big Four beef producers controlling 85% of the industry.
Agriculture
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Food sector calls for transition period if UK and EU agree post-Brexit rules reset

Aligning UK agriculture rules with the EU without a transition risks large annual costs and could render some British produce unsellable in the EU.
fromRealagriculture
2 months ago

Farmer weighs in on the realities of cuts to Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

My career as an agronomist required me to take scientific research and apply that knowledge, to assist farmers by helping them solve problems and increase their farms profitability. The ag industry relies on research to continue to solve the ever-changing problems that farmers face. Today my farm business employs management practices that have come directly from the Lacombe Research and Development Centre, this has improved my farms resilience and profitability.
Agriculture
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