Meat packing industry

Air Products to Showcase Latest Innovations in Cryogenic Technology and Equipment for Poultry and Meat Production at IPPE

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Tuesday, February 5, 2019
Livestock, Poultry, Meat packing industry, Cryogenics, Food and drink, Industries, Business, North American Meat Institute

LEHIGH VALLEY, Pa., Feb. 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Air Products (NYSE:APD) will showcase its latest innovations in cryogenic technology and equipment for poultry and meat production at the International Production and Processing Expo (IPPE) in Atlanta, Georgia, from February 12-14.

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  • LEHIGH VALLEY, Pa., Feb. 5, 2019 /PRNewswire/ -- Air Products (NYSE:APD) will showcase its latest innovations in cryogenic technology and equipment for poultry and meat production at the International Production and Processing Expo (IPPE) in Atlanta, Georgia, from February 12-14.
  • Additionally, Air Products' knowledgeable food specialists will be on-hand to speak with poultry and meat processors about their specific food processing challenges.
  • As a leader in cryogenic technology applications, Air Products has the experience and technical know-how to help food processors address some of their toughest challenges.
  • For more information about Air Products' complete portfolio of Freshline solutions for poultry and meat production, call 800-654-4567 (outside of the U.S. 610-706-4730) or visit www.airproducts.com/food .

The Innovate Fund Provides $13.75 Million in New Markets Tax Credits For Renovation and Expansion of Brown Packing Co., Inc. in Gaffney

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Thursday, November 1, 2018
Southern United States, United States, Congress of Industrial Organizations, Food packaging, Meat packing industry, Cherokee, Appalachian Regional Commission, Appalachia, Packing

The project will involve the construction or renovation of 66,500 square feet of their 150,000-sq.-ft. facility in Gaffney.

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  • The project will involve the construction or renovation of 66,500 square feet of their 150,000-sq.-ft. facility in Gaffney.
  • The expansion is expected to create an additional 25 permanent direct jobs in an Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC) Distressed area.
  • Brown Packing Co., Inc. is a third-generation, family owned meat packing business in non-metropolitan Cherokee County.
  • In addition, tag provides compliance and asset management services on $450 million of NMTC assets.

America Haunts Identifies Cutting Edge as one of America's Most Innovative Haunted Houses

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Monday, October 15, 2018
Cutting Edge Haunted House, Haunted attraction, Halloween, Haunts, Cutting edge, Culture, Meat packing industry, Time, Human behavior

DALLAS, Oct. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Cutting Edge is pleased to reveal that America Haunts has recently chosen this iconic haunted attraction amongst the most innovative haunted houses in America .

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  • DALLAS, Oct. 15, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Cutting Edge is pleased to reveal that America Haunts has recently chosen this iconic haunted attraction amongst the most innovative haunted houses in America .
  • Started in 1991, Cutting Edge Haunted House was built on a century old meat packaging plant that has been abandoned long ago.
  • America Haunts is a fear entertainment group comprising of some of the most successful and well known Halloween haunted houses around the world.
  • At present, Cutting Edge is a two-story human processing area where meat packing equipment from the Old West is still in use.

Maple Leaf Foods advances world-leading animal care practices with Controlled Atmosphere Stunning and Remote Video Auditing at its Edmonton poultry facility

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Wednesday, August 1, 2018
Bullion coins, Maple Leaf Foods, Meat packing industry, Maple, Canadian Gold Maple Leaf, Rail transport, Food and drink, Food industry

"Controlled Atmosphere Stunning (CAS) provides many advantages to animal welfare, ensuring chickens are fully unconscious and humanely euthanized, while greatly reducing stress," according to Dr. Greg Douglas, vice-president, animal care.

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  • "Controlled Atmosphere Stunning (CAS) provides many advantages to animal welfare, ensuring chickens are fully unconscious and humanely euthanized, while greatly reducing stress," according to Dr. Greg Douglas, vice-president, animal care.
  • Maple Leaf Foods is also installing Remote Video Auditing at this facility, a powerful training and auditing tool that supports rigorous monitoring and compliance to best practices of animal care.
  • This will be the ninth implementation as part of Maple Leaf's commitment to incorporate Remote Video Auditing across its network.
  • Maple Leaf Foods Inc. is a leading consumer protein company, making high quality, innovative products under national brands including Maple Leaf, Maple Leaf Prime, Maple Leaf Natural Selections, Schneiders, Schneiders Country Naturals, Mina, SWIFT LightlifeTM and Field Roast Grain Meat Co.TM.

Maple Leaf Foods Appoints Curtis Frank to Chief Operating Officer

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Tuesday, July 31, 2018
Maple Leaf Foods, Meat packing industry, Maple, Food and drink, Food industry, Canada

Curtis Frank, who has held the position of Senior Vice President, Retail since 2014, will assume the role of Chief Operating Officer, effective October 1, 2018.

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  • Curtis Frank, who has held the position of Senior Vice President, Retail since 2014, will assume the role of Chief Operating Officer, effective October 1, 2018.
  • He is a member of the Maple Leaf Senior Leadership Team and serves as a director for the Maple Leaf Centre for Action on Food Security.
  • He brings extensive knowledge of Maple Leaf, the marketplace and managing large and complex businesses to the role of Chief Operating Officer.
  • Maple Leaf Foods Inc. is a leading consumer protein company, making high quality, innovative products under national brands including Maple Leaf, Maple Leaf Prime, Maple Leaf Natural Selections, Schneiders, Schneiders Country Naturals, Mina, SWIFT, LightlifeTM and Field Roast Grain Meat Co.TM.

Hormel Foods Corporation Third Quarter Earnings Conference Call

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Monday, July 30, 2018
Meat industry, Meat, Food and drink, Meat packing industry, American brands, Austin, Minnesota, Hormel, Spam, Skippy, Justin's, Rev

AUSTIN, Minn., July 30, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE: HRL) invites you to participate in a conference call with Jim Snee, chairman of the board, president and chief executive officer, and Jim Sheehan, senior vice president and chief financial officer, to discuss the company's third quarter financial results.

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  • AUSTIN, Minn., July 30, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE: HRL) invites you to participate in a conference call with Jim Snee, chairman of the board, president and chief executive officer, and Jim Sheehan, senior vice president and chief financial officer, to discuss the company's third quarter financial results.
  • The company will issue its earnings press release before the markets open on Thursday, August 23, 2018, and will host a conference call at 8:00 a.m. CT (9:00 a.m.
  • Hormel Foods Corporation, based in Austin, Minn., is a global branded food company with over $9 billion in annual revenues across more than 80 countries worldwide.
  • Its brands include SKIPPY, SPAM, Hormel Natural Choice, Applegate, Justin's, Wholly Guacamole, Hormel Black Label, Columbus and more than 30 other beloved brands.

Hormel Foods Announces Three Employee Engagement Trips to Guatemala

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Wednesday, July 25, 2018
Meat industry, Meat, Food and drink, Meat packing industry, American brands, Austin, Minnesota, Hormel, Nutrition, Spam, Food, Malnutrition

The company's Project SPAMMY program consists of three core elements:

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  • The company's Project SPAMMY program consists of three core elements:
    Nutrition Hormel Foods developed SPAMMY, a shelf-stable poultry product that is fortified with vitamins and minerals, to help prevent childhood malnutrition in Guatemala.
  • Education Hormel Foods has helped open more than 20 Chispa Centers where children develop skills at six stations: English, computer, psychomotor development, arts and crafts, imagination and sports.
  • Engagement The company provides opportunities for its employees to learn more about the program and to help out through annual employee engagement trips.
  • "Project SPAMMYemployee engagement trips are a great way for our employees to learn more about the company's program in Guatemala and to make a personal impact in the lives of others," said Kelly Braaten, manager of external communications corporate responsibility at Hormel Foods.

The Makers of HORMEL® Chili Introduce New Variety of Chili Made with 100 Percent Angus Beef

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Tuesday, July 24, 2018
Food and drink, Cuisine of the Southwestern United States, American cuisine, Stews, American brands, Meat packing industry, Chili con carne, Hormel, Beef, Chili pepper

1 chili brand, announced today the launch of a new variety of premium chili made with 100 percent Angus beef.

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  • 1 chili brand, announced today the launch of a new variety of premium chili made with 100 percent Angus beef.
  • Additionally, HORMEL Angus Beef Chili contains no artificial ingredients, preservatives or added fillers.
  • "We are thrilled to offer a premium Angus beef chili as yet another option for Chili Nation and chili eaters across the country," said Mark Beierle, brand manager at Hormel Foods.
  • "Made with 100 percent Angus beef, HORMEL Angus Beef Chili delivers a bold flavor and texture perfect for consumers who enjoy the exceptional taste and eating experience of Angus beef."

Republic Services, Inc. Appoints James P. Snee to its Board of Directors

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Tuesday, July 17, 2018
Meat, Economy, Austin, Minnesota, Hormel, Meat packing industry, Food and drink, Republic Services, Snee, Recycling, Waste, Audit committee

PHOENIX, July 17, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) today announced that food industry executive James P. Snee has been appointed to its Board of Directors, bringing its membership to a total of 11.

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  • PHOENIX, July 17, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Republic Services, Inc. (NYSE: RSG) today announced that food industry executive James P. Snee has been appointed to its Board of Directors, bringing its membership to a total of 11.
  • He will serve on the Audit Committee as well as the Sustainability and Corporate Responsibility Committee.
  • Snee, 51, serves as chairman of the board, president, and chief executive officer of Hormel Foods Corporation, a Fortune 500 company with over $9 billion in revenue and 52 consecutive years of dividend increases.
  • Republic Services, Inc. is an industry leader in U.S. recycling and non-hazardous solid waste disposal.

Media Advisory - Maple Leaf Foods Inc. 2018 Second Quarter Financial Results Conference Call

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Friday, July 13, 2018
Mathematical software, Application software, Software, Maple Leaf Foods, Meat packing industry, Maple, Schneider

TORONTO, July 13, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -Maple Leaf Foods Inc. will report its financial results for the first quarter on July 26, 2018.

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  • TORONTO, July 13, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -Maple Leaf Foods Inc. will report its financial results for the first quarter on July 26, 2018.
  • The financial results will be released by CNW newswire service.
  • Maple Leaf Foods Inc. is a leading consumer protein company, making high quality, innovative products under national brands including Maple Leaf, Maple Leaf Prime, Maple Leaf Natural Selections, Schneiders, SchneidersCountry Naturals, Mina, SWIFT, Lightlife TMand Field Roast Grain Meat Co. TM.
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