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Study: Environmental sustainability, food waste remain top of mind for consumers

54% of consumers say it’s at least somewhat important that the products they buy be produced in an environmentally sustainable way.

September 18, 2019

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Environmental sustainability and food waste are top of mind for many consumers, but there are sharp differences of beliefs and behaviors between different groups, according to a new pair of surveys by the International Food Information Council (IFIC) Foundation, Washington, D.C.

Report reveals major disruption in food, agriculture in next decade

The report details the way different parts of the cow (meat, milk, collagen and leather) and the markets they serve will be disrupted separately and concurrently by different technologies and business-model innovations.

September 17, 2019

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By 2030, the dairy and cattle industries will have collapsed, as animal-derived foods are replaced by modern equivalents, and the rest of the livestock industry will suffer a similar fate, according to a report released by RethinkX.

Conagra Brands commits to higher standards for welfare of broiler chickens

The company collaborated with the Humane Society of the United States on the new goals.

August 29, 2019

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Conagra Brands, Inc., Chicago, announced steps to implement higher standards for the treatment of broiler chickens in its supply chain sourcing practices.

CoveMark partners with Capra Foods to scale operations

This transaction will help to scale operations to meet existing customer demand.

August 22, 2019

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CoveMark, a Dallas-based private equity firm, announced plans to partner with Capra Foods, Goldthwaite, Texas, to scale operations to meet existing customer demand.

Pilgrim’s releases 2018 Sustainability Report

Pilgrim’s also made progress toward 2020 sustainability goals.

August 14, 2019

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Pilgrim’s Pride Corp., Greeley, Colo., released its 2018 Sustainability Report, which provides a comprehensive overview of the company’s recent achievements and progress toward 2020 sustainability goals.

Maple Leaf Foods releases 2018 sustainability report

Maple Leaf Foods is making progress toward its goal of 50% environmental footprint reduction by 2025.

August 8, 2019

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Maple Leaf Foods, Canada, released its 2018 sustainability report, which emphasizes its guiding pillars of better food, better care, better communities and better planet.

KFC Canada partners with Chicken Farmers of Canada to serve Canadian chicken raised with high quality, care standards

The Raised by a Canadian Farmer seal represents where the chicken comes from.

June 17, 2019

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KFC Canada, Canada, partnered with Chicken Farmers of Canada, Canada, to feature the Raised by a Canadian Farmer seal on its products.

Hart Dairy closes $10M seed round, named first pasteurized U.S. dairy cow operation to earn the Certified Humane designation

Hart Dairy will deploy the capital to further expand its premium and better-for-you dairy product offerings.

June 14, 2019

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Hart Dairy, Augusta, Ga., closed its $10 million seed round to catalyze the long-term growth of the company.

Survey examines consumers' understanding of the environmental impact of chicken production

When it comes to factors driving purchase decisions, the environmental impact of chicken (34%) is as important as animal welfare (37%).

June 3, 2019

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The National Chicken Council (NCC), Washington, D.C., unveiled findings of its new nationwide survey about how deeply consumers understand sustainable food practices as it relates to broiler chicken production.

JBS USA announces nearly $100M investment at Grand Island beef production facility

JBS Grand Island partners with more than 670 local producers to export U.S. beef to more than 30 countries around the world.

May 29, 2019

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JBS USA, Greeley, Colo., announced a $95 million expansion project at its Grand Island, Neb., beef production facility.

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FSNS ANNOUNCES FOOD SAFETY CONFERENCE AND LAB GRAND OPENING JULY 13; Event Features Food Safety Topics, Lab Grand Opening and Temple Grandin Book Signing

San Antonio, TX—June 6, 2016—Food Safety Net Services (FSNS) and Food Safety Net Services Certification and Audit (FSNS C&A) today announced the FSNS Food Safety Conference in Amarillo, Texas on Wednesday, July 13. A tour and reception of the FSNS Amarillo Laboratory will follow after the conference along with a book signing by Dr. Temple Grandin.

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