North American Renderers Association

07/21/2025

NARA is excited to announce that our association has signed an MOU with Côte d’Ivoire’s Ministry of Animal & Fishery Resources to support regulatory harmonization, trade, and knowledge exchange in rendering and feed. This MOU underscores our shared commitment to international collaboration, innovation, and building resilient food systems. Read the press release herehttps://nara.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/NARA-Signs-Memorandum-of-Understanding-with-Cote-dIvoires-Ministry-of-Animal-Fishery-Resources-PRESS-RELEASE-PDF.pdf

07/21/2025

Our mission at NARA centers around promoting and defending the legislative, commercial, and industrial interests of the rendering community. ​

To provide the best resources to each member, we offer multiple types of membership, from active membership to associate and allied, in addition to biofuel and international-based programs. ​

Learn more here: https://nara.org/about-us/nara-membership/ ​

07/18/2025

NARA enthusiastically supports the nomination of Dr. Julie Callahan as Chief Ag Negotiator. Renderers need experienced, knowledgeable experts like Julie to elevate our issues and knock down non-tariff trade barriers. She’s the right choice to champion U.S. ag on the global stage.

07/18/2025

NARA was proud to join the 2025 USAEDC Global Attaché Policy Forum in McLean, VA—connecting with USDA, FAS, and ag attachés from around the world to discuss trade, sustainability, and the future of U.S. agriculture. Thank you to USAEDC for this exciting event!

07/18/2025

Last Friday, NARA joined FAS and international market reps for a tour of Darling Ingredients' Linville, VA facility. The visit highlighted U.S. rendering expertise, sustainability, and export practices. Big thanks to the Darling team for their warm welcome and leadership!

07/16/2025

Each year, professionals from across the rendering industry make it a priority to attend—for a good reason. https://convention.nara.org/

This is the premier gathering for the rendering industry, bringing together leaders to share knowledge, explore innovations, and strengthen relationships.

We look forward to insights from our keynote speaker Nina Teicholz, investigative nutrition journalist and bestselling author.

📍 The Ritz-Carlton, Amelia Island
🗓 October 21–24, 2025

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07/14/2025

At NARA, improving education surrounding the rendering process and our industry’s significance is at the top of our list.​

To help answer the all-too-common question, “What is Rendering?,” consider pointing consumers to our educational video, Rendering: Every Part Has a Purpose!​

Watch here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g8LSDIWf0s8 ​

07/11/2025

NARA supports Luke Lindberg’s nomination as USDA Under Secretary for Trade. With a strong record in export growth, he’s ready to deliver for U.S. ag. We urge swift confirmation. Let’s open new markets.

07/07/2025

Did you know that rendered oil and animal by-products can be used as feedstock in the production of biofuel, including biomass-based diesel?​

With help from the rendering process, extensive cropland that would otherwise be dedicated to the cultivation of soybeans, among other biofuel feedstocks, is significantly reduced – conserving the water, labor, and other resources required for their growth. ​

07/04/2025

Happy Independence Day from NARA! ​

Among the many end-uses of rendered animal by-products, did you know that fat rendering produces stearic acid, a common component in the production of fireworks? ​

So, as you enjoy firework shows tonight and through this weekend, you can celebrate the impact of sustainable rendering as well! ​

06/30/2025

Throughout the rendering industry, one of the most important initiatives we can take is encouraging and improving consumer education. ​

The truth is, many end users may not know what rendering is! ​

To help encourage education surrounding the sustainability and importance of our industry, consider sharing our video, where we hit the streets to ask the big question: “What is rendering?!” ​

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CerpGOgeIVw ​

NARA takes it to the street to ask people if they know what "Rendering" means!

06/27/2025

NARA Members Take to Capitol Hill!

NARA members came together in D.C. this week to advocate for the rendering industry’s top priorities — including sustainability, trade, biofuels, and regulatory reform.

We’re especially grateful to Congressman Tracey Mann for speaking at NARA’s reception and for his ongoing support of rendering, agriculture, and rural communities.

Special thanks also to Rep. Doug LaMalfa and Congresswoman Carol Miller for joining us at the Fly-In reception.

Thank you to all who helped make this year’s Fly-In a success!