The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated Announces Major Strides Toward Eliminating Gestation Crates in its Pork Supply

The Cheesecake Factory Incorporated (NASDAQ: CAKE) has announced progress toward its longstanding goal of eliminating gestation crates from its pork supply. As detailed in its recently published 2021 Corporate Social Responsibility Report, the company is projecting that it will transition 75% of its U.S. pork supply to be fully gestation crate-free by the end of 2022, accomplished through a unique partnership with its strategic suppliers.

Hickory Nut Gap Receives USDA Approval For “Regeneratively Raised” Claim On Retail Packaging

February 15, 2022 Hickory Nut Gap

Hickory Nut Gap Farms has been producing 100% grassfed beef and pasture raised pork for over 20 years. While use of the term “regenerative” in the livestock and agriculture arenas has been increasing in popularity recently, Hickory Nut Gap has been raising livestock with planned rotational grazing methods and regenerative agricultural practices for two decades. 

Evans Food Group Recalls Pork Products Imported Without Benefit of Inspection

October 15, 2021 USDA FSIS

Evans Food Group Ltd., a Chicago, Ill. establishment, is recalling approximately 10,359 pounds of pork pellet products that were not presented for import re-inspection into the United States, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced.

Prestage Farms Establishing New Operation in Kershaw County

Prestage Farms of South Carolina, LLC, a division of Prestage Farms, announced plans to construct a new processing facility in Kershaw County. The $150 million investment will create 292 new jobs.

National Pork Board Identifies Favorite Dishes in Every State

July 8, 2021 National Pork Board

As pandemic-weary consumers begin to travel and look for new recipes during a summer that’s starting to feel more “normal,” The National Pork Board is encouraging Americans to let their taste buds explore the most popular pork dishes in every state. The Pork Board, and the 60,000 U.S. pig farmers it represents, has released the results of a new consumer survey showing the top pork dishes in each state.