Nebraska legislature to hold hearing on COVID-19 protections for meat plant workers 07.31.2020 By Ryan McCarthy State Senator Tony Vargas sponsored the bill that advocates social distancing, PPE and other safeguards.Read More
Applebee’s, IHOP owner sustains Q2 loss 07.31.2020 By Sam Danley Restaurant capacity and consumer caution hampered sales for Dine Brands Global.Read More
USDA publicizes new ASF test 07.30.2020 By Ryan McCarthy The technology will be available to veterinary diagnostic labs around the country.Read More
Pilgrim’s Pride swings to Q2 loss 07.30.2020 By Erica Shaffer Interim CEO Fabio Sandri cited tough market conditions in the United States and Mexico.Read More
Tyson expands COVID-19 testing, monitoring as part of nationwide strategy 07.30.2020 By Kimberlie Clyma The company is also hiring a chief medical officer to help coordinate the efforts.Read More
NCBA holds Summer Business Meeting 07.30.2020 By Erica Shaffer The organization has both in-person and virtual attendees at the event in Colorado.Read More
Danish Crown reports COVID-19 outbreak at plant 07.30.2020 By Ryan McCarthy The company has a mobile testing center outside its Ringsted facility.Read More
Maple Leaf completes sale of poultry processing plant 07.30.2020 By Kimberlie Clyma Giannone Poultry will purchase the company’s Drummondville, Quebec, facility.Read More
Legislation, lawsuit take aim at processing line speeds 07.29.2020 By Erica Shaffer Detractors say workers, already facing COVID-19, face elevated risk for injuries.Read More
Worker sues Central Valley Meat Co. over COVID-19 07.29.2020 By Ryan McCarthy The plaintiff alleges the company sent people back to work after testing positive for the virus.Read More