The association raised topics that are important to the pork industry.

USDA plans to address Salmonella contamination in more raw poultry products later this year.

A consumer reported pieces of hard plastic and metal in the raw pork chorizo product.

The agency said the products were shipped to Walmart stores in 12 states.

The products were shipped to seven states. 

The USMEF said the ban on beef from specific states is “unworkable and misguided.”

FSIS intends to address Salmonella contamination in other raw poultry products later this year.

The Safety Recognition Award has increased awareness of workforce and employee safety.

Organizations cite measures in the federal-state milk safety system.

Greater Omaha Packing shipped the products nationwide.