New Ownership DecoNova Production and Commercial Activities

January 2, 2025 DecoNova

The trustee in bankruptcy of DecoNova Young Plants B.V. at Roelofarendsveen and Nieuwveen has concluded an (asset) agreement with Straathof Plants B.V. An urgent takeover was necessary to preserve the quality of the plant material, and to secure the future delivery of orders to customers.

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) Warns Cattle Producers that Corporate Transparency Act Reporting Requirements Will Return Due to Court Ruling

NCBA will continue fighting for a permanent solution that protects cattle farmers and ranchers from this overreaching mandate. In the meantime, cattle producers are advised to consult their attorney and/or tax professional regarding this new development.

North American Meat Institute Hires Bryan Burns to Provide Expertise on Workforce, Sustainability & Packers & Stockyards Act Issues

The North American Meat Institute (Meat Institute) announced Bryan Burns, currently of Bachoco OK Foods, will be joining the Meat Institute staff as Vice President and Associate General Counsel focusing on a variety of issues, including workforce and sustainability.

ReposiTrak Adds 50 New Dairy and Dairy-Alternative Suppliers to the Queue for the Rapidly Expanding Food Traceability Network

January 2, 2025 ReposiTrak

These new members will efficiently exchange intricate, FDA-required Key Data Elements (KDEs) for each Critical Tracking Event (CTE) in their supply chains, ensuring proactive compliance well before the January 2026 deadline.

Ellsworth Cooperative Creamery Appoints Kevin Pieh as CEO

Kevin Pieh has been with Ellsworth Creamery since 2022 and was elevated from his role as interim CEO, which he assumed in September 2024. Previously, Pieh served as chief financial officer for the creamery. His responsibilities in this role included overseeing fiscal strategy, financial reporting and analysis, treasury management, and capital allocation.