Congratulations Albertson’s

Congratulations are in order for Albertsons in Abilene. Their full-page advertisement on USDA Quality Beef Grades in the June 13 Abilene Reporter-News is superb.

Target Offers Meat And Poultry In Select Pfresh Stores

June 21, 2010 Target

Target listened to its guests, who requested more fresh food and produce at low prices. Now, an expanded selection of the freshest grocery offerings is available at select general merchandise Target PFresh stores nationwide.

More Locals Go For Local Meat

Cindy Southwick is among a growing population of people turning to farmers markets and local meat producers for various reasons. And despite differences in how they raise animals and the size of their operations, two area meat providers agree that getting meat from a local provider is generally better than tossing steaks that were packed thousands of miles away into your shopping cart.

To Help The Little Guy, Government Proposes New Rules For Big Meatpackers

The Obama administration proposed new rules on Friday seeking to increase competition and rein in potentially unfair practices by large meatpackers and poultry processors. The move is aimed at helping small livestock and poultry farmers survive in an industry dominated by corporate giants.

Vitamin B6, Found In Meat, Linked To Lower Lung Cancer Risk

June 21, 2010 American Meat Institute

Vitamin B6, found in meat and poultry in plentiful amounts, is being linked to a lower risk of developing lung cancer, according to a new study appearing this week in the Journal of the American Medical Association.