Carlstadt-based beef supplier Schweid & Sons is doing its part to help provide more sustainable in-store options for consumers.

Through a partnership with Tyson Foods Inc., the family-owned and operated fourth generation company will become the exclusive purveyor of the first ground beef recognized by the U.S. Department of Agriculture as a “climate friendly” product.

According to Schweid & Sons, the Brazen Climate Friendly Ground Beef will be available soon at select supermarkets nationwide and come in two varieties: The Signature Blend and The Butcher’s Blend.

Beef under the Brazen brand is produced from cattle that are part of Tyson’s first-of-its-kind Climate-Smart Beef Program. Introduced last month, the initiative – which is part of the company’s environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategy – aims to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in the beef production process.

According to Tyson, Brazen Climate Friendly Ground Beef became the first beef brand to receive USDA approval as “climate friendly” by demonstrating a 10% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions as compared to conventionally raised beef.

Jamie Schweid, president and CEO, Schweid and Sons, said, “Discerning consumers continually choose Schweid & Sons because we consistently deliver fresh, premium ground beef made from only the highest quality cuts of beef. What we know is that ground beef consumption has been on the rise, and based on 2022 figures from Nielsen IQ, it’s the most popular form of beef purchased by consumers.”

“The Schweid name is synonymous with ‘The Very Best Burger’ and we are honored to continue that legacy by bringing great-tasting, Brazen climate friendly ground beef patties to our consumers. We look forward to our ongoing partnership with Tyson Foods,” he went on to say.

“Our fresh Brazen Climate Friendly Ground Beef burgers reflect a cooperative effort to bring consumers a great tasting burger that also satisfies our commitment to the environment and the future of the planet we all share,” added Schweid.

In addition to being a consumer favorite at supermarkets, Schweid & Sons supplies high-quality ground beef to grocery retailers and restaurants, including Five Guys, Fuddruckers and Cheesecake Factory.

Schweid & Sons is also continuing to expand its retail presence following the 2022 launch of premium fresh pork breakfast sausage patties. 

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