What the JBS cyberattack means for meat supply
Some shoppers may want to brace themselves for yet another possible supply crunch this time with meat.
Major beef and pork producer JBS USA suffered a cyberattack last weekend, prompting reported shutdowns at company plants in North America and Australia.
The White House has said that the ransomware attack was likely carried out by a Russia-based criminal organization, and that it is dealing with the Russian government on the matter. The Australian government has said that US law enforcement is taking the lead on investigating the attack.
So far, some authorities and trade groups have assured that operations will be back to normal as soon as possible, allaying concerns of major disruption. But experts warn that it will depend on how quickly the issue is taken care of.
BJ’s Nevada Barbeque Company, Gold N’ Silver receive awards from Health District Reno, NV, USA, January 28, 2021
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BJ’s Nevada Barbeque Company will receive the Excellence in Food Safety Award for 2020.
The Gold N’ Silver Inn & Restaurant will receive the Extra Mile Award for choosing to become a smoke-free environment, the first of its kind in Washoe County.
“The Washoe County Health District completes over 4,500 inspections annually to ensure food that is served to Washoe County residents is safe,” said Kevin Dick, Washoe County District Health Officer. “Our staff is dedicated to providing food safety education during routine inspections as well as acknowledging those establishments that go above and beyond in their food safety practices.”