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Resources to Improve Lamb Quality
Improving the quality and consistency of American Lamb continues to be a strategic priority for the Lamb Checkoff. “We sponsor educational conferences like the Lamb Summit and create educational resources including the lamb quality video series to help our industry focus on delivering a great eating experience for our consumers,” says Peter Camino, American Lamb Board (ALB) chairman. “Our industry must commit to improve product quality and consistency to increase our competitiveness.”
ALB Hosts Lamb Farm Tours for Food Influencers
People who influence opinions about food are taking to the backroads of America, learning how American Lamb is raised and natural resources are protected. The American Lamb Board (ALB) selected key market areas for the tours: Boston, Seattle, Boulder and Napa.
2nd Quarter Retail Sales and August Lamb Market Reports Released
The American Lamb Board (ALB) announces the release of 2 reports, which provide the industry with valuable information for short- and long-term assessment of the U.S. lamb marketplace.
American Lamb Connects Great Food with Sustainability
In a new partnership developed in 2022, the American Lamb Board (ALB) and Secret Supper® hosted consumers at farm-to-table dinner parties in key lamb metro markets of Boston, Seattle, Austin – and most recently, Denver.
Lamb Quality Highly Influenced by On-Farm Practices
Anyone who raises lambs affects end-product quality. On-farm practices are significant factors in how consumers will or will not find American Lamb a great meal choice. This was a major takeaway from the 2022 American Lamb Summit held August 8-9 in East Lansing, MI.
Environmental Footprint Research Discussed at Lamb Summit
The American Lamb Board’s (ALB) benchmark research on the environmental footprint of the US lamb industry is within months of completion. Michigan State University (MSU) researchers Richard Ehrhardt, PhD, and Erin Reckenwald, PhD, gave American Lamb Summit participants a preview of the study August 19, 2022.
Lamb Summit Delivers Unprecedented Industry Insight
The second American Lamb Summit August 8-9, 2022, in East Lansing, MI, met expectations and more. Its sponsors, the American Lamb Board (ALB) and Premier 1 Supplies, set out to give good reasons for the industry to push beyond the status quo. “We are doing all we can for the entire American Lamb industry to not just survive, but thrive,” according to ALB Chairman Peter Camino.
Lamb Summit Pushes Industry Members to Take Action
The second American Lamb Summit kicks off August 8 in East Lansing, MI. Its sponsors, the American Lamb Board (ALB) and Premier 1 Supplies, say to expect to be challenged and pushed out of the status quo.
New Lamb Market Monthly Summary Released
The American Lamb Board (ALB) announces the introduction of a new monthly lamb market summary to provide the industry with increased data and analysis.
Lamb Board Undertakes Strategic Planning
The world isn’t the same place it was in 2018 when the American Lamb Board (ALB) released its last long range plan. As the board undertakes the development of a new strategic plan, it is facing dynamics never before encountered by the industry.
San Francisco Cooking Demo
Mention Nik Sharma to cooking enthusiasts and it’s likely you’ll attract attention. Perhaps it’s because of how he uses an extensive background in biochemistry to understand flavor. Or perhaps it’s just because his food is so delicious and unique.
Last Call for Lamb Summit Registration
With the American Lamb Summit just a month away, and only a few seats remaining, anyone wanting to attend should register in the next few days. Complete information is available at LambSummit.com.
ALB Serves Lamb Message at CAFÉ Conference
The American Lamb Board (ALB) served an assortment of lamb information to food educators in June, with a presence at the Center for the Advancement of Foodservice Education (CAFÉ) Leadership Conference in Portland, Maine.
The Heat is on with ALB's Summer Outdoor Cooking Promotion
Summer is officially here and the American Lamb Board (ALB) is turning up the heat with a summer outdoor adventure cooking promotion.
American Lamb Sizzles at Summer Events
The sun isn't the only thing sizzling this summer. The American Lamb Board (ALB) is firing up tastebuds at in-person events across the country.
American Lamb Board partners with Taziki’s to Launch 100% American Lamb Burger Promotion
Taziki’s Mediterranean Café and the American Lamb Board (ALB) are partnering on a summer promotion to offer a new burger, made with 100% American Lamb. Taziki’s Lamb Burger is made up of two griddle-cooked, seasoned lamb patties on a toasted kaiser bun with feta cheese, sliced tomato, grilled onions and peppers and Taziki sauce.
American Lamb Board Industry Funding Program
The American Lamb Board (ALB) has combined its two industry funding/support programs, the Local Lamb Promotional Funds Program and the Supplier Cooperative Funds Program. The new program, the Promotional Partnership Program, is designed to create more flexibility for industry partners. Applications can be made year-round, which allows industry partners to apply for funding as opportunities arise.
Nourish With Lamb Culinary Medicine Workshop
The American Lamb Board (ALB) partnered with Australia and New Zealand to host a hands-on culinary medicine workshop for dietitian influencers in New Orleans, LA.
Beneath the Panels: Sharing American Lamb's Solar Grazing Story
American Lamb's story goes beyond the care provided by the people who raise it. The next chapter includes how American Lamb contributes to regenerative land management through grazing practices, especially around solar farms. The American Lamb Board (ALB) is sharing this solar grazing story with consumers and supply chain partners to provide insight to the environmental stewardship of raising sheep.
Consumers Build a Bold Brunch with American Lamb
The days are getting longer, the sun is feeling warmer and patio brunch season is here. The American Lamb Board (ALB) launched a Spring Brunch consumer campaign and promotional contest focused on bold and flavorful American Lamb.