Meat & Poultry

Recent legislation required USDA to investigate the use of an alternative source
of data on retail meat prices. A subsequent USDA study analyzed the value of both U.S. Department of Labors Bureau of Labor Statistics and point-of-purchase scanners in grocery stores in forecasting near-term market conditions. …

The worlds largest processor and marketer of chicken, beef, and pork has named senior group vice president of Poultry and Prepared Foods, Donnie Smith, as their new CEO and appointed current senior group vice president of Fresh Meats, Jim Lochner, to COO. …

Tyson Foods has expanded its Anytizers varieties to capture the expanding American snacking market. …

Safeway is reprising its annual Thanksgiving program, promoting private-label products by offering rebates on the purchase of relevant holiday fare. Safeway is also once again presenting a “2-hour turkey recipe” via take-one brochures distributed in stores and online recommending using Safeway-brand turkey and private-label O Organics extra virgin olive oil. …

Sam’s Club intends to show consumers how to entertain for less this holiday season with Casa Di Bertacchi authentic meatballs and recipe booklets showcasing delicious and simple
three-ingredient meatball recipes. …