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Great news for Wayne County Government, North Carolina, today: it was announced during the County Commissioners Meeting that Alianza-Team Foods USA, Inc. will be coming to ParkEast! Team Foods USA, Inc. plans to create 16 new jobs and invest $36.4 million in capital. Alianza-Team Foods USA, Inc. is a multiple Latin American organization with over 75 years of experience and is the leader in producing vegetable lipids, fats, and oils. The company's extensive operations span Colombia, Chile, and Mexico, and its exports reach the United States, Puerto Rico, Peru, Costa Rica, Panama, Curacao, Argentina, and Bolivia. The ParkEast location will allow Alianza-Team Foods USA, Inc. to meet customer demand in the Northeastern US with a state-of-the-art food production facility. Construction is slated to begin in 2024, and operations are expected to be fully functional by November 2025. The North Carolina Global TransPark Economic Development Region and Wayne County Development Alliance, Inc. are excited about Alianza-Team Foods USA, Inc.'s decision to relocate within the region. It continues to show that eastern North Carolina is "primed" for attracting innovative agriculture companies. Press Release: https://hubs.la/Q02C6G9j0 Alianza-Team Foods USA, Inc. https://hubs.la/Q02C70Zb0

Economic Opportunities in Food Manufacturing and Processing - There is not a state, region, or locality in the United States where food manufacturing and processing do not have a presence, either directly through a company and associated jobs, or as part of the value chain for the overall food economy, including agriculture, warehousing, and distribution. In our latest article as part of our partnership with Expansion Solutions Magazine, Angela Hallowell and I present latest trends in economic performance and development. Would love to hear your insights and what is happening in your region! #economicdevelopment https://lnkd.in/eaJRinnQ

𝗦𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗰𝗮𝗴𝗲-𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝐢𝐧 🇪🇸 𝒊𝗻 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟑❗ The % of hens in cages went down from 68,6% to 67.1% in the last year with a decrease of 450k caged hens, in addition to creating new cage-free farms to ensure a stable production (+837k new cage-free hens in 2023). Some factors could be influencing the transition: 📈 Significant increase in the price of raw materials, especially cereals.  🐓 Uncertainty as to whether the conversion will result in a reduction of the total hen population, which discourages the producer to go faster. 🛒 The sector says that a large part of consumers continue to consume the cheapest options and large packaging formats, however it´s interesting to notice that some discounts have been the first to completely phase out caged eggs. There is a clear need to relaunch cage-free campaigns in 2025, the year when the deadlines for commitments to large supermarkets in Spain are due to be met 🔥 🔥 🔥 More info here 👉 chrome-extension://efaidnbmnnnibpcajpcglclefindmkaj/https://lnkd.in/g-D97c5G #cagefree

What's Old is New Again, Again... Before it was commoditized and industrialized, milk used to be processed on individual farms, and distributed right to your door by the milkman. As a result, it was FRESH! At SMYTH'S TRINITY FARM, LLC - long before local food was back in vogue, the Smyth family saw an opportunity borne out of the past. Mike and his wife Dale (3rd generation), who are now turning things over to their son Sam, daughter Anne and her husband, Jeremy, would avoid the commodity pricing pressure that has forced most New England dairy farms out of business - in fact the region has lost 10,000 dairy farms in the last 50 years - and control their own destiny by vertically integrating to process and distribute their own milk. In the 1990s, by most folks in agriculture this was seen as rebellious / crazy / just plain "not going to work." But as the Chinese Proverb says, "the person who says it cannot be done should not interrupt the person doing it." And in 2024, their plan does not look so silly anymore. There is vibrant demand for their locally made and distributed award winning glass bottle milk, yogurt, kefir and cheese. The Smyths now have a far more resilient and predictable business than the typical commodity dairy. We are honored to support their continued growth... and will always be a proud partner to farming rebels everywhere! #rebels #locallymade #farmfresh

You know who else should treat farmers fairly? The government. There are so many things that this government could do to demonstrate that they’re acting with integrity. Release the live ex report findings. Meet with the farmers of WA who will be directly impacted by Labor’s ill-conceived live ex ban. Give farmers direct oversight of the biosecurity ‘levy’ instead of directing it to general revenue. It’s really not that hard to be a government that’s accountable, transparent & equitable- god knows the bar has been set low enough in recent years. So why is it such a struggle to behave like decent human beings instead of rank hypocrites?

Championing British Apple Growers in the Face of Economic Challenges Recently, Ali Capper of Great British Apples & Pears Ltd provided crucial evidence to the EFRA Committee, highlighting the severe cost-production gap faced by British apple and pear growers. Facing a 30% increase in production costs while only receiving an 8% return from supermarkets, our growers are under unprecedented stress. The current economic situation combined with the rigidity of supermarket contracts calls for a significant change. Ali’s testimony revealed the complexities of negotiating with supermarkets and the urgent need for fair pricing and long-term, multi-year contracts. This is not just a financial imperative but a vital step towards sustainability and supporting British agriculture. BAPL has put forward six recommendations to the EFRA Select Committee, including fair pricing recognition, contractual reforms, and supportive measures for growers amidst fluctuating energy prices and environmental considerations. It's time to rethink our approach to food production and champion homegrown produce. Let’s stand together to support our British apple and pear growers. 🍏🍐 Read more about BAPL’s recommendations and access the link to watch Ali’s evidence to the EFRA Select Committee: https://lnkd.in/gQPBjt9f You can also hear Ali talk about the challenges facing the top fruit industry in this BBC interview last weekend. Listen to the interview here (from 10:40): https://lnkd.in/gVRJgiMs #BritishApples #SustainableAgriculture

$𝟓𝟎 𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐓𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐁𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐒𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧’𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐩𝐞 𝐍𝐞𝐰 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐟𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐅𝐚𝐜𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐝 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐒𝐄𝐃𝐂𝐎'𝐬 $𝟐.𝟏 𝐌𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 Sherman’s reputation as a hub for chip manufacturing is about to grow, with the Sherman Economic Development Corporation (SEDCO) greenlighting a new $50 million food manufacturing plant. On Tuesday, SEDCO approved a $2.1 million investment to bring Florida-based Easy Foods, known for its flour and corn tortillas and tortilla chips, to town. 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞: https://lnkd.in/g4t5Xm2X #TortillaFactory #ChipPlant #ShermanManufacturing #EconomicBoost #FoodIndustry #ManufacturingGrowth #BusinessInvestment #TexasEconomy #JobCreation #LocalInvestment #FoodProcessing #ProductionFacility #ManufacturingNews #InnovationInManufacturing #PlantOpening #CommunityDevelopment #SnackFoods #Gastronomy #SustainableBusiness #EconomicDevelopment  #Investment #PlantSetup #NewsandUpdates #USA

AUSVEG (major Australian vegetable grower representative body) says in its submission to the Senate Select Committee on supermarket pricing, says it is seeking greater certainty for growers in arrangements with retailers and says the Australian Food and Grocery Code of Conduct should be mandatory with penalties for breaches. Arbiters should also be independent of the supermarket chains. AUSVEG also wisely cautioned against interventions that artificially distorts the market. The last thing we need from all the inquiries is a "feeding frenzy" of emotion that leads to legislation that actually adds further complexity to an already complex fresh produce supply chain. #SupermarketInquiries #unintendedoutcomes #factbasevsemotions #manadatoryvsvoluntary

Agricultural and antitrust policy expert Frerick’s debut book studies seven leading food companies and their leaders. The companies dominate their industries—hogs, grain, coffee, dairy, berries, beef, and retail grocery—and the author considers what he argues are the harmful effects of consolidation within these fields. The book - Barons: money, power, and the corruption of America’s food industry demonstrates a reason the food system is not helping consumers or small producers. There are other ways to eat well: Support Community Supported Agriculture CSA Buy at stands or farmers markets Eat a wide variety of local foods Grow some foods or herbs to share What are you doing?

🍟Behind every delicious plate of fries or #potato dish is a complex global network powered by strong trade connections. Europe’s potato sector is more than just a supplier; it is a key player in global food systems. But this success relies heavily on access—access to markets, raw materials, and open trade. The EU remains one of the world’s top sourcing points for potato products thanks to its quality agriculture and efficient infrastructure. For the potato processing industry to continue thriving, we need open and fair #EUpolicies that support fair trade and an ambitious trade agenda. 🚚 As the world faces new challenges, our industry must stay connected and competitive. To know more 👉: https://lnkd.in/d5QJe2nM. #FromFieldToPlate #FutureFriendlyFries #EUPPA