The Protein PACT

The #ProteinPACT unites partners across #AnimalAgriculture to accelerate progress toward #GlobalGoals for healthy people, animals, communities, and the climate. Explore our goals & progress: theproteinpact.org/goals-progress/

Happy National #CornDog day!

#DidYouKnow: The integration of crops and livestock enhances carbon and nitrogen cycling, which contributes to healthy soil composition. Learn more: buff.ly/d5yxRFm

Iron deficiency is the most common nutrient deficiency in the world, affecting 1.62 billion people. Eating meat can help prevent micronutrient deficiencies. #EatMeat #NutrientDense buff.ly/LPVbgsz

#ProteinPACTSpotlights: Since 2020, @JBSFoodsUSA and Pilgrim’s have invested $100 million in community projects in 26 states + Canada and Puerto Rico - contributing to affordable housing, school improvements, infrastructure, and more. Explore #HometownStrong projects: buff.ly/6LSJ84K.

More than 100,000 farmers and ranchers participate in the @NationalBQA program -- a testament to the beef community’s commitment to animal welfare and safety. buff.ly/zaL2M7D

Pig farmers wear many hats: philanthropists, volunteers, mentors, community leaders, and more. With over 18k volunteer hours logged and >$845k donated in 2022 alone, you'll find pig farmers plugged into their communities in many ways. Learn more: buff.ly/s4dziEn

.@WHO recommends introducing #NutrientDense animal-source foods to kids' diets at 6 months. Our #ProteinPACT vision will allow us to continue providing these important foods now and for the future. #YourPlateOurPriority buff.ly/yUxyUct

Between 1961 and 2019, U.S. beef has reduced emissions per pound of beef by more than 40%, while also producing more than 66% more beef per animal. #SustainableBeef buff.ly/8T8vyYT

The 2025 Feeding the Economy report, sponsored by @MeatInstitute, shows that the food and agriculture sector contributes more than $9.5 trillion to the U.S. economy, supporting more than 24 million jobs. The sector is driving solutions that advance good jobs, strong communities, a healthy environment, and more. #AgriBusiness buff.ly/IRTQ6mn

#ProteinPACT sponsor @FSNSLABS's food safety testing services, certifications and audits, and more help achieve our #ProteinPACT vision of producing safe food without exceptions. Learn more: fsns.com

Happy #NationalAgWeek! 🌾  This week we're excited to showcase some of the incredible systems at play in ag. First up, a tour of @ucdavis Dairy Barn to show you how dairy cows help upcycle ag byproducts like almond hulls & cotton seeds into nutritious food like meat & milk. 1/

Getting enough high-quality protein is key to a healthy, balanced diet, and our #ProteinPACT partners are committed to producing food you can feel good about for yourself and the world we all share. #PrioritizeProtein buff.ly/vY81KmP

#FeedFact: More than 40% of ingredients used in animal feed are coproducts from other industries, which means roughly 113.6m tons of materials are diverted from landfills annually. buff.ly/l6brvg3

A glass of milk a day can help keep nutrient deficiencies away! #DidYouKnow that milk is the #1 food source of calcium, vitamin D and potassium for all Americans over age 2? #UndeniablyDairy #DairyNutrition buff.ly/Fgq6DyH

#ProteinPACTSpotlight: @MeatInstitute member @SmithfieldFoods is working to cut its food loss and waste in half by 2030. #AnimalAg is consistently working to improve practices for a more sustainable future! buff.ly/2NhqVYD

#DidYouKnow that pork tenderloin & pork sirloin roast meet the criteria for @American_Heart Heart Checkmark? Both contain <5g of fat, <2g of saturated fat, and <480mg of sodium/serving. #Yes2Meat #EatPork buff.ly/IdLWyO6

#ProteinPACT endorser @USFRA has calculated that U.S. soils sequester as much carbon as is emitted by more than 100 billion cars. buff.ly/d5yxRFm

Farmers and ranchers across America are increasingly using clean energy, like solar power, to deliver all kinds of food -- including #NutrientDense meat, dairy, and eggs -- to your kitchen. How's that for a bright idea? buff.ly/rTBYzLJ

Our #ProteinPACT vision is multi-dimensional and long-term. We're committed to advancing #GlobalGoals for "healthy people, healthy communities, and a healthy planet." More from @MeatInstitute's @MeatVP: buff.ly/D1JVT6e

Healthy animals are a critical foundation for vibrant and growing communities. Modern veterinary care and tools like vaccines, antibiotics and treatments help farmers protect their animals, produce high-quality food, and support thriving communities. buff.ly/WR4LUW6