Coronavirus

Statement of Support from Perdue Farms on the Virginia Department of Labor and Industry’s Workplace Requirements to Keep Communities Safe from COVID-19

July 30, 2020 Perdue Farms

Perdue’s poultry facilities fall into Virginia’s “Medium Risk” category. Other types of businesses in this category include schools, daycares, grocery stores, correctional facilities, sports and entertainment venues, and more. Mark McKay, President of Perdue Foods, issued the following statement. …

Protect Bakeries Against Legal Abuses Stemming from COVID-19

July 30, 2020 American Bakers Association

The Baking industry and its suppliers continue to work the frontlines on behalf of American consumers – by maintaining the food supply and delivering wholesome, essential products.
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IDDBA Publishes New COVID-19 Impact Report

July 29, 2020 International Dairy Deli Bakery Association

The International Dairy Deli Bakery Association (IDDBA) has released their weekly COVID-19 Impact report. …

‘Insperiences’ Key to US Foodservice Recovery as 22% of Consumers Say They Will Stop Eating Dinner Out-of-Home Due to COVID-19

July 29, 2020 GlobalData

US consumer uncertainty around the spread of COVID-19 has put unprecedented strain on the country’s foodservice sector with revenues expected to fall this year by over 35%, from $ 760bn in 2019 to $ 490bn in 2020, with full recovery not anticipated until after 2023, according to latest research from leading data and analytics company GlobalData. …

Bakeries Adjust to New Marketplace During the Pandemic

July 28, 2020 Cristina Carreon, New Mexico Political Report

Whether people are staying home due to the COVID-19 coronavirus or due the summer heat, New Mexican bakeries are still selling their goods during the pandemic. …