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    Cal-Maine takes majority stake of egg processor to expand into prepared foods

    A new joint venture with wrap and crepe maker Crepini comes as producers look to boost profits through value-added products.

    By • Sept. 13, 2024
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    Big banks pressed to stop financing livestock production over climate concerns

    An open letter singles out JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America and other institutions for their support of food giants like JBS, saying lending activities undermine the sector’s environmental commitments.

    By • Sept. 12, 2024
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    Top 5 stories from Agriculture Dive

    Declining farm income and other production challenges have pushed farmers to rethink their operations and adopt new technology in a bid to diversify potential revenue streams. 

    By Agriculture Dive staff
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    Can a farm bill pass in 2024?

    Threats of yet another government shutdown are likely to derail a last-ditch effort to pass the agricultural spending bill. The election itself could lead to further delays.

    By • Sept. 11, 2024
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    Chomps to open Missouri meat snack manufacturing plant

    The facility builds on a partnership with contract manufacturer Western Smokehouse Partners.

    By Joelle Anselmo • Sept. 11, 2024
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    US beef and pork exports soar through the summer

    Strong demand from Mexico could lead to a record year for pork even as other countries struggle with economic headwinds.

    By • Sept. 10, 2024
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    Vital Farms adds chief supply chain officer role

    Joe Holland will be responsible for the egg company’s logistics, production operations and food safety quality assurance.

    By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 10, 2024
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    EPA awards $15M to research how PFAS contaminate food and farmland

    The grants, which will fund studies to reduce the impact of "forever chemicals" on crops and livestock, come as a group of farmers sue the agency over a lack of regulation.

    By • Sept. 9, 2024
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    Cargill buys 2 feed mills from a pet food company

    The food giant is looking to build out its animal nutrition capabilities as U.S. pet care sales soar.

    By • Sept. 9, 2024
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    Farm income to fall far less than expected in revised USDA forecast

    The department is no longer expecting a record profit drop in 2024 as production expenses decline and rising meat and egg prices boost the livestock sector.

    By • Sept. 6, 2024
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    Farmers are getting less for their crops. Here’s the full breakdown.

    While prices in July were sharply lower compared to a year ago for most commodities, meat and dairy producers benefited from lower supply.

    By • Sept. 5, 2024
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    Hormel challenged by weak whole turkey prices

    Despite headwinds in the commodity market, the food processor saw higher demand for ground turkey and other branded products as more consumers make  meals at home.

    By • Sept. 5, 2024
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    USDA tightens guidance for use of ‘antibiotic free’ and other meat labels

    The updates are meant to signal the department “will take enforcement action” against producers who make false or misleading claims around how animals are raised.

    By • Sept. 4, 2024
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    Drought takes hold of the US following a hot summer. How will crops be affected?

    A significant increase in dry conditions across the country is increasing the risk of damage to winter wheat, cotton and other commodities. 

    By • Sept. 4, 2024
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    How a former agriculture industry exec became CEO of cultivated meat company Meatable

    Jeff “Trip” Tripician is looking to work with the meat industry rather than pitting the two against each other.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Sept. 4, 2024
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    Why eggs are becoming expensive again

    Surging consumer demand and continued bird flu challenges across U.S. poultry farms are translating to higher prices at the grocery store.

    By • Sept. 3, 2024
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    Tyson Foods appoints new CFO, replacing company heir

    John R. Tyson, who was suspended earlier this summer following a drunk driving incident, is on health leave.

    By • Aug. 30, 2024
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    Are shoppers’ concerns around food inflation starting to ease?

    While consumers feel they have “more or less control” over their grocery finances, they are still worried about rising food costs, new FMI research found.

    By Peyton Bigora • Aug. 30, 2024
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    Bird flu vaccine for US dairy cattle is one step closer to reality

    The USDA approved the first safety trial for a vaccine and is working to address potential trade complications that could come with an immunization rollout.

    By • Aug. 29, 2024
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    Smithfield spins off Europe business ahead of potential US listing

    The nation’s largest pork producer said the decision further accelerates “unique growth opportunities for both businesses.”

    By • Aug. 27, 2024
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    Western Valley cleared to buy Cargill’s Fresno beef plant, but must provide job protections

    California is requiring the meat producer to operate the facility for at least one year, saying a closure would limit dairy farmer options on where to send their cows.

    By • Aug. 27, 2024
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    Oxtail was once considered undesirable. Now prices are soaring.

    The bony cut of meat is becoming the latest culinary fad, providing a new potential revenue source for ranchers.

    By David Silverberg • Aug. 26, 2024
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    Hormel taps former Applegate president to lead retail division

    The appointment of John Ghingo comes as the company plans to double down on its snacking business amid volatility in the turkey sector.

    By Chris Casey • Aug. 22, 2024
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    Pilgrim’s Pride to pay chicken farmers $100M in record price-fixing settlement

    The poultry processor, along with rivals Tyson and Perdue Farms, was accused of conspiring to suppress broiler grower compensation nationwide.

    By Chris Casey • Aug. 21, 2024
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    Rebuilding the US cattle herd could take years, analyst says

    Strong cattle prices are encouraging ranchers to sell rather than retain their animals despite feed cost and pasture improvements.

    By • Aug. 20, 2024
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    JBS stock-listing plans ‘out of our control,’ CFO says

    The world's largest meat company reported soaring profits in the second quarter, but hinted it may need more time to secure its ticker on the New York Stock Exchange.

    By • Aug. 15, 2024