USDA Rule Change Follows Calif. Meat Packer Case

The U.S Department of Agriculture is telling slaughterhouse veterinary inspectors to ensure cattle are euthanized when they are too sick or injured to stand.

Elegant Prime Rib Makes Holiday Dinners A Celebration

Turkey may have begun the holiday eating season and a New Years ham may be its finale but for Christmas dinner its all about the beef. And the cut of choice is Prime Rib.

Cattle, Hog Futures Rise On Signs Of Increased U.S. Demand For Beef, Pork

December 23, 2010 Elizabeth Campbell, Bloomberg

Cattle futures rose to the highest price since August 2008 on signs of rising demand for U.S. meat, including from China, amid limited supplies. Hogs reached a four-month high.

Vegetarian Menus Flexed Some Muscle In 2010

December 23, 2010 Chicago Tribune

Vegetarian menus flexed some muscle in 2010.

Groceries, Other Essentials On Holiday Gift Lists This Year

Groceries and other essentials are on holiday gift lists this year.