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June 3, 2013

Jack Link's announced a new jerky snack that captures the flavor of the summer BBQ with new BBQ Pork seasoned jerky.

MINONG, Wis. — Jack Link's announced today a new jerky snack that captures the flavor of the summer BBQ with new BBQ Pork seasoned jerky.

May 22, 2012

Albertsons LLC has implemented an in-store program that will allow customers to scan a QR code using their smartphones to access recipes with tips for grilling Steakhouse Choice cuts of meat.

BOISE, Idaho — Albertsons LLC has implemented an in-store program that will allow customers to scan a QR code using their smartphones to access recipes with tips for grilling Steakhouse Choice cuts of meat.

April 16, 2012

Knauss Foods has set its sights on the beef jerky market with the launch of PJ's Beef Steak.

QUAKERTOWN, Pa. — Knauss Foods has set its sights on the beef jerky market with the launch of PJ's Beef Steak.

Knauss Foods, a producer of dried beef products, said its new product is a healthy, all-natural, protein-packed meat snack made from the highest-quality lean cuts of 100% beef and is slow cooked without any artificial preservatives. PJ's Beef Steak currently is available in original, cracked pepper and teriyaki flavors.

March 26, 2012

Ahold's 756 stores in the Northeast will no longer carry a beef filler product that has attracted significant controversy among consumers lately.

QUINCY, Mass. — Ahold's 756 stores in the Northeast will no longer carry a beef filler product that has attracted significant controversy among consumers lately.

Stop & Shop, Giant-Landover and Giant-Carlisle simultaneously announced that they would no longer purchase ground beef containing finely textured beef, which often is derided as "pink slime" due to its pink color and viscous texture.

November 10, 2011

A Lil Mart convenience store in Odenville, Ala., has installed a refrigerated vending machine that distributes such items as New York strip steaks and pork chops, according to published reports.

NEW YORK — A Lil Mart convenience store in Odenville, Ala., has installed a refrigerated vending machine that distributes such items as New York strip steaks and pork chops, according to published reports.

The vending machine, called Smart Butcher, offers cuts of meat via cash or debit and credit cards. A 1-lb. tenderloin retails for $4, a 12-oz. rib-eye retails for $5, a New York strip retails for $6, two lbs. of hamburger beef retails for $6.99 and 2 lbs. of sirloin tips retails for $8.95, according to the Los Angeles Times .

August 10, 2011

Jack Link's is combining its beef jerky with hot sauce brand Cholula.

MINONG, Wis. — Jack Link's is combining its beef jerky with hot sauce brand Cholula.

New Jack Link's Cholula hot sauce beef jerky delivers a blend of beef jerky with flavor and heat, the company said. The new product is available in a 3.25-oz. resealable package and carries a suggested retail price of $5.99.

June 8, 2011

Jack Link's is paying tribute to the past with a new line of beef sticks and tender strips.

MINONG, Wis. — Jack Link's is paying tribute to the past with a new line of beef sticks and tender strips.

Jack Link's Classics line is pre-priced and includes a 1.02-oz. original beef stick for 99 cents, two-for-$1 beef sticks in a 0.45-oz. size and a 2.5-oz. package of tender beef jerky strips for $2.99. The line also will feature vintage-inspired red, black and white packaging.

Jack Link's Classics will be available at retailers nationwide.

June 1, 2011

Nathan's Famous has introduced Angus beef hot dogs for the grilling season.

CHICAGO — Nathan's Famous has introduced Angus beef hot dogs for the grilling season.

"Consumers love Angus beef, and now they can choose Nathan's Famous hot dogs made from all Angus beef, too," said Janet Sweeney, marketing director for Specialty Foods Group, which handles retail sales for Nathan's Famous hot dogs. "It's all about giving consumers the choices they want as we kick off the grilling season."

May 24, 2011

Grocer A&P has announced the launch of a brand-new line of Angus beef in its stores.

MONTVALE, N.J. — Grocer A&P has announced the launch of a brand-new line of Angus beef in its stores.

Woodson & James choice Angus beef, exclusive to A&P banner stores, will replace the current beef steak and roast offerings in all A&P, Pathmark, Superfresh, Waldbaum's and Food Emporium stores beginning May 27.

The new and exclusive Woodson & James Angus beef line features U.S. Department of Agriculture choice Angus beef that is grain-fed and single-sourced.

April 15, 2011

A beef jerky brand is expanding its Sasquatch snacks line with a large beef steak product.

MINONG, Wis. — A beef jerky brand is expanding its Sasquatch snacks line with a large beef steak product.

Jack Link's Beefy Jerky said its new Sasquatch Big Steak boasts more than 16 in. in length and is available in Angry (original) and Zen (teriyaki) flavors.

The Sasquatch Big Steaks are available for $2.99 per 2.4-oz. steak. The Sasquatch Big Sticks, which launched last year, are available for $2.49 per 2.2-oz. stick.

October 19, 2010

Jack Link's Matador beef jerky is beefing up its marketing with its new Stick It...

MINONG, Wis. Jack Link's Matador beef jerky is beefing up its marketing with its new Stick It campaign.

With momentum and awareness continuing to build for the brand, Matador's new campaign invites even more meat stick lovers to experience the bold and spicy flavor of Matador snack sticks for themselves, with the belief that once they try Matador they'll never go back.

Matador recently launched its newest beef jerky product, the flamin' hot stick, which now is available at stores nationwide.

September 23, 2010

Jack Link's beef jerky is celebrating hunting season with limited-edition packaging for its products....

MINONG, Wis. Jack Link's beef jerky is celebrating hunting season with limited-edition packaging for its products.

Jack Link's 2-oz. original and teriyaki beef varieties will feature Realtree Camo patterns and a blaze-orange color.

The new packaging hit retail in August and will remain in stores through December.