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Star Meat Delivery Inc. Recalls Over 167,000 Pounds of Uninspected Meat Products Nationwide

Star Meat Delivery Inc. Recalls Over 167,000 Pounds of Uninspected Meat Products Nationwide

Star Meat Delivery Inc. has issued a Class I recall for approximately 167,639 pounds of raw beef, pork, and goat products distributed nationwide. The U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) announced the recall because the products were produced without federal inspection and bear a false USDA mark of inspection, 'EST. 1363'. A Class I recall signifies a health hazard where there is a reasonable probability that consuming the product will cause serious adverse health consequences or death. The recalled products were distributed in bulk under the A&D Foods label to restaurants and retail locations across the country, packaged in vacuum-sealed bags within cardboard boxes. The issue was identified during FSIS surveillance activities. Consumers, retailers, and restaurants are advised not to consume, sell, or serve these products and should return them or dispose of them immediately.

USDA Forecasts Continued Decline in 2026 Beef Production, Impacting Global Markets

USDA Forecasts Continued Decline in 2026 Beef Production, Impacting Global Markets

USDA Forecasts Continued Decline in 2026 Beef Production, Impacting Global Markets

H5N1 Bird Flu Impacts Over 200,000 Birds in Minnesota, Turkey Farmers Push for Vaccination Plan

H5N1 Bird Flu Impacts Over 200,000 Birds in Minnesota, Turkey Farmers Push for Vaccination Plan

New cases of avian influenza (bird flu) are being reported across Minnesota, affecting over 200,000 birds in at least five counties this month. This resurgence follows a quiet summer, with poultry producers, particularly turkey farmers, experiencing significant losses. Jake Vlaminck, a turkey farmer near Willmar, has had his farm hit twice in the past three years, leading to the depopulation of his flocks and seven-month business shutdowns. Wild birds, such as ducks and geese, are believed to spread the virus during fall migration. Farmers are also concerned about human movement contributing to the virus's spread, especially with fall festivals and agritourism drawing visitors to areas with various poultry. Minnesota is the nation's top turkey-producing state, and over 10 million commercial birds have been lost to bird flu there since 2022. University of Minnesota researchers suggest the virus is likely endemic, indicating a long-term problem.

USDA Proposes Revisions to Forest Service Travel Management Regulations, Sportsmen’s Alliance Supports Increased Access

USDA Proposes Revisions to Forest Service Travel Management Regulations, Sportsmen’s Alliance Supports Increased Access

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is proposing new rulemaking to revise the U.S. Forest Service’s travel management regulations. The core of the proposal is to establish a uniform national policy that favors increased access to National Forest System lands. This would mean that existing roads, trails, airfields, trailheads, and other access routes would be presumed open to 'appropriate public use' unless specifically closed or restricted. This approach reverses a two-decade-old policy that required designated routes for motor vehicles and prohibited them elsewhere. The Sportsmen’s Alliance Foundation (SAF) has submitted formal comments supporting these proposed revisions, advocating for increased access for hunters, anglers, and trappers. SAF emphasizes the need for a balanced approach that includes enforceable safeguards for wildlife habitat. The proposal also includes an annual review process for each forest unit to identify closed or restricted routes that may warrant reconsideration for opening...

Texas A University Seeks Assistant or Associate Professors for Youth Engagement and Development

Texas A University Seeks Assistant or Associate Professors for Youth Engagement and Development

Texas A&M University's Department of Agricultural Leadership, Education, and Communications (ALEC) is inviting applications for up to two full-time, 9-month Assistant or Associate Professor faculty positions. These roles focus on Youth Engagement and/or Development, with an anticipated start date of August 1, 2027. The successful candidates will contribute to the growth of ALEC's academic programs, including the Applied Youth Development (AYD) Master’s degree, Agricultural Leadership (ALED) degree, Agricultural Education (AGED), and the PhD in Agricultural Leadership, Education, and Communications. Assistant Professor positions are tenure-track, while Associate Professor roles may be tenure-track or tenured upon hire, depending on qualifications. The positions entail a Division of Effort of 50% research, 40% teaching, and 10% service, with an expectation to secure federal, state, industrial, and/or foundation funding for research programs. Applicants should have a Ph.D. or equivalent in relevant fields and...

Star Meat Delivery Inc. Recalls Over 150,000 Pounds of Uninspected Meat Products Nationwide

Star Meat Delivery Inc. Recalls Over 150,000 Pounds of Uninspected Meat Products Nationwide

Star Meat Delivery Inc., a company based in Lucama, North Carolina, has issued a nationwide recall for approximately 167,639 pounds of raw pork, beef, and goat products. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced that these products were produced without federal inspection and were packaged with a false USDA inspection mark. The recalled items were distributed in bulk to a Georgia distributor, which then shipped them to retail stores and restaurants across the country. The products, sold under the A&D Foods label, include various cuts such as ground pork, chorizo, pork chops, beef ribs, oxtail, and goat cuts. Consumers are advised that these products might have been repackaged by retailers and could bear store-applied stickers instead of the original labels. The Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) noted that the products were manufactured on various dates before September 22, 2026, and were vacuum-sealed in cardboard boxes. The USDA has classified this as a Class I recall, its most serious d...

U.S. Department of State Seeks Passport Specialists for Boston Agency

U.S. Department of State Seeks Passport Specialists for Boston Agency

The U.S. Department of State is actively recruiting Passport Specialists for its Boston Passport Agency, located within the Bureau of Consular Affairs, Passport Services. This job announcement outlines the responsibilities of the position, which include receiving, examining, and adjudicating applications for the issuance, amendment, and replacement of passports. These applications are forwarded by acceptance agents or presented directly by applicants. The role requires U.S. citizenship, the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance, and successful completion of the E-Verify employment verification check. Applicants must meet specific qualification requirements by the closing date, including time-in-grade restrictions for federal applicants. The Department of State emphasizes the importance of these roles in facilitating international travel for U.S. citizens and maintaining the integrity of U.S. travel documents. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement, and eligible applica...

Senate Committee Advances Farm Bill Towards Final Approval

Senate Committee Advances Farm Bill Towards Final Approval

The United States Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry has approved a new farm bill, moving it forward for consideration by the full Senate. This legislation is a critical piece of policy for the agricultural sector, influencing programs that support farmers, ranchers, food systems, rural communities, and agricultural research. Over 260 agricultural organizations have urged lawmakers to advance the bill, underscoring its importance to the farming industry. Key provisions in the proposed bill include expanding animal health and disease management programs, such as making the Feral Swine Eradication and Control Program permanent. It also seeks to more than double funding for agricultural export promotion initiatives to help U.S. products access international markets. Additionally, the bill proposes updates to nutrition programs, including adding animal protein products to eligible foods for certain incentive programs, and allocates significant attention to agricultural research and animal...

International Livestock Export Faces Significant Disease Risks and Logistical Challenges

International Livestock Export Faces Significant Disease Risks and Logistical Challenges

International Livestock Export Faces Significant Disease Risks and Logistical Challenges

USDA Beltsville Agricultural Research Center Faces Closure and Staff Relocation Amidst Legal Challenges

USDA Beltsville Agricultural Research Center Faces Closure and Staff Relocation Amidst Legal Challenges

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is proceeding with the closure of its Beltsville Agricultural Research Center (BARC) in Maryland, a facility that has been operational since 1910. This closure is part of a larger USDA reorganization plan announced in July, which involves relocating approximately 2,000 Washington D.C.-area researchers to various labs across the country, including Raleigh, North Carolina; Kansas City, Missouri; and Salt Lake City, Utah. The USDA initially stated that the agency was 'bloated, expensive, and unsustainable' and that these relocations would save taxpayer money, reduce living costs for researchers, and bring scientists closer to food producers. Employees at BARC were given the option to accept relocation, retire, or resign. While the agency initially planned a multi-year transition, the timeline was expedited this spring, with employees receiving relocation letters in June and July, requiring them to move by September 21 or October 5. A lawsuit challenging the reorganiza...

Minnesota agrivoltaics project shows promise of mixing farming, solar power

Minnesota agrivoltaics project shows promise of mixing farming, solar power

Winifred Sylvah is thriving with her cucumber harvest at a solar farm in Big Lake, Minnesota

USDA Urged to Address Climate Risks to Farms

USDA Urged to Address Climate Risks to Farms

Representative Chellie Pingree (D-ME), a member of the House Agriculture Committee, has called on the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to act on recommendations from a Government Accountability Office (GAO) report. The report highlights the growing climate-related risks posed by diseases and pests to U.S. farms and forests. It found that USDA has taken limited action to address these threats, despite evidence of escalating impacts. Key recommendations include improving disease and pest monitoring, incorporating climate data into projections, expanding outreach, and developing new management strategies. The GAO report also noted that invasive species have cost U.S. agriculture and forestry $550 billion between 1960 and 2020, with climate change further exacerbating these risks. Pingree emphasized the urgency of implementing these measures, citing the increasing challenges faced by farmers and foresters in Maine and across the country. Source time: Mon, 21 Sep 2026 11:34:32 GMT.