Ag in the News

07/07/2010

National and International

Justice Department sues Arizona over immigration law
The U.S. Justice Department on Tuesday filed suit against the state of Arizona over the state law passed in April that directs police to verify immigration status when investigating other alleged crimes and empowers them to question anyone they suspect is an illegal immigrant. MORE!

Processor debuts natural beef sliders, new brand name
In this article: Pineland Farms Natural Meats, which formerly operated under the Wolfe’s Neck brand name, announced the debut of new 100 percent all-natural beef patty sliders. MORE!

Lunchmeat brand challenges moms to rethink ‘fresh taste’
Sara Lee brand Hillshire Farm has announced the launch of the “Hillshire Farm Fresh Taste Challenge,” which asks moms nationwide to try Hillshire Farm lunchmeat and gauge its “fresh” taste in exchange for coupons. MORE!

Industry News - AM Move over, beef: Elk burgers join casual-dining chain’s lineup
In this article: Casual-dining burger chain Fuddruckers announced that its Fudds Exotics menu now includes half-pound elk burgers, which it bills as “lean and savory” and “low in sodium” with no artificial trans fats. MORE!

Walgreen testing fresh food offerings
Walgreen Co. is testing chilled food offerings in 12 stores this fall, according to a company spokeswoman. MORE!