November 2004


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FEATURES
COVER STORY
- Win Playing ‘the Sandwich Game’
Lure consumers with a consistent, quality approach to these supermarket-deli delicacies.
- Convenience specialists
Tyson Foods’ retail deli initiative is designed to revolutionize the category by turning supermarkets into competitive foodservice alternatives.
- Processing Paradigm
- Fast Fixin’ Fanatics
Growth continues to define OK-based Advance Brands.
- Pactiv: Ahead of the Deli-packaging Curve

Special report
- Carpe Deli!
- Changes and Challenges
The latest in poultry processing equipment, supplies, and services — and updates on top industry issues —will all star during the IPE 2005.

Corporate spotlight
- Sliding Into Added Convenience, Safety

Convenience Specialists
- One-on-one With Eric Leblanc

FOOD SAFETY
- Winning the War Against Pests
Along with the drive to eradicate pathogens, pest control is perhaps the meat and poultry industries’ most important food-safety endeavor.

PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT
SPECIAL REPORT
- Snacking on the run
Hand-held meat snacks are evolving to meet new taste demands — and satisfy an ever-expanding consumer base.

NEW PRODUCTS
- New Rotisserie Half Duck Winning Raves, Self-Heating, Kosher Gourmet Meals and more...

CREATOR’S BRIEFS
- David Michael Announces Promotions

PRODUCTION TECHNOLOGY
Special REPORT
- Improving Efficiencies Through Technology
Packers and processors are increasingly turning to advanced technology in efforts to enhance product quality and productivity.
- Something’s Afoot
Packers and processors are increasingly turning to advanced technology in efforts to enhance product quality and productivity.

SUPPLIER MARKETPLACE
- THERMOMETER, FOOD SAFETY and more...
- INDUSTRY NEWS
- People News

Technology spotlight
- Improving Processing Processes Through Remote Video Auditing
- EDT to the Rescue!

EDITOR’S JOURNAL
- Japan Trade Border Opening — but When?

ADVERTISER INDEX
- Index