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U.S. meat industry makes the case for livestock at COP28

Published: December 1, 2023

The North American Meat Institute (NAMI) and the Protein PACT for the People, Animals & Climate of Tomorrow are at COP28 in Dubai to make the case for sustainability in animal agriculture. Read More...

It comes down to a question of price

Tom Hogarth Published: December 16, 2022

Deputy Editor Tom Hogarth examines the concerns around the rise of meat alternatives and the reality of the situation.

Podcast: Leather and meat on the inside at COP27

Published: December 7, 2022

The latest ILM podcast delves into the experiences of the LHCA and NAMI who were on the ground in Egypt at the recent COP27 summit.

LHCA signs on to endorse Protein PACT

Published: July 27, 2022

The Leather and Hide Council of America (LHCA) has announced that it has signed on as an endorser of the Protein PACT, following a vote by the association’s executive committee.

ISA TanTec launches Greener Pastures collection

Published: February 5, 2021

The international tanning Group has launched its fully traceable Autumn/Winter 2022 Greener Pastures leather collection for both the footwear and luxury markets.

Hides sector largely contributes to the U.S economy

Published: June 21, 2016

A recent study demonstrates the importance of the U.S. hides and skins industry, which accounts for nearly US$3.4 billion in total economic output and generates hundreds of direct employments.

TPP to enhance competitiveness of U.S hides

Published: May 20, 2016

The North American Meat Institute (NAMI) has highlighted the beneficial impact of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) agreement on the U.S. economy, agricultural and meat industries, as well as its importance in strengthening exports of meat industry byproducts such as hides and skins.

The mystery of U.S hide shipments statistics

Published: July 6, 2015

Ron Sauer of TheSauerReport.com looks at the aftermath of the recent west coast port strike in the United States and asks why the USDA shipment figures during the strike appeared not to alter from their usual pattern. With the help of the USHSLA the mystery becomes clearer. Article first published in ILM March-April 2015 edition.

USHSLA applauds port strike resolution

Published: February 23, 2015

The North American Meat Institute (NAMI) and U.S Hide, Skin and Leather Association (USHSLA) are pleased to hear the news that negotiations have finally concluded in the nine-month labour dispute between the International Longshore and Warehouse Union (ILWU) and Pacific Maritime Association (PMA).