Meat

USDA to Increase Inspections at Meat Plants Following Listeria Outbreaks The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced on Tuesday that it will be enhancing inspections at meat plants in response to a series of listeria outbreaks earlier this year. These outbreaks…

Dive Brief: Beyond Meat has introduced its latest Sun Sausage product at Whole Foods stores across the country, marking a significant expansion for the company. Sun Sausage is not just another imitation meat product, but rather a unique alternative protein…

Exciting News: Great news for Better Meat on Tuesday as they have received a patent for their innovative process of producing mycoprotein, an alternative protein made through fermenting a fungus known as Neurospora crassa. This breakthrough will enable the company…

There is a growing debate on the amount of red meat Americans should consume, causing concern for the beef industry. The United States is gearing up to revise its Dietary Guidelines for Americans next year, which impact nutrition labels, school…

Coffee mate introduces new Cold Foam flavors Transforming the coffee experience, Coffee mate is expanding its product range with the launch of Coffee mate Cold Foam. This innovative addition comes in three delicious flavors: Italian Sweet Crème, Nestle Toll House…

A recall affecting close to 12 million pounds of pre-cooked meat and poultry has sent shockwaves through major grocery chains, restaurants, and schools across the country. Federal officials are scrambling to understand the full extent of contamination, with the possibility…

Ingredients in Focus is Food Dive’s bite-size column highlighting interesting developments in the ingredients sector. The popularity of coconut meat has been on the rise, driven by increased awareness of healthy eating and the popularity of vegan and plant-based products.…

Key Takeaways: Beyond Meat is set to introduce a new whole muscle steak alternative that aims to replicate the taste and texture of a filet, catering to health-conscious consumers. The company’s CEO, Ethan Brown, revealed plans to potentially partner with…

New Developments: The Better Meat Co. has secured a $1.4 million grant from the U.S. Defense Department to expand production of their signature mycoprotein ingredient, Rhiza, which is currently produced in large quantities at their Sacramento pilot plant. This grant…

Jeff “Trip” Tripician, with 38 years of experience in the agriculture industry, transitioned to dairy and then to meat during his career. He worked in various roles within marketing at Proctor & Gamble, Sara Lee, Borden Dairy, Frontier Natural Products,…