Food producers prioritize sustainable packaging Pack Expo International exhibitors and speakers alike focus on sustainable and automated solutions and services. Sammy Bredar November 11, 2024 No Comments Automation and sustainability propel U.S. packaging machinery market.Read More
Meat associations concerned by Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee report Potential Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee guidance suggests moving peas, beans and lentils from the vegetable group to the protein group. Sammy Bredar October 30, 2024 No Comments Dietary Guidelines Advisory Committee suggests substituting animal-based proteins with plant-based proteins including peas, beans and lentils. Read More
Consumers seek value-added seafood products Consumers are becoming increasingly concerned with product sourcing, health benefits, environmental impact and more. Sammy Bredar October 28, 2024 No Comments Wild Alaska pollock meets a variety of consumer demands for value-added seafood attributes. Read More
Listeria recalls and outbreak timeline As of Sept. 23, 2024, 59 people from 19 states have reported hospitalization for Listeria infection. Ten of those individuals died. Sammy Bredar October 28, 2024 No Comments Listeria monocytogenes outbreak related to Boar’s Head deli meat rocks the food industry.Read More
STATE OF THE INDUSTRY: PLANT-BASED PROTEINS State of the Industry: Evolution of plant-based proteins The plant-based protein category undergoes massive shifts since first surging in popularity almost a decade ago. Sammy Bredar October 25, 2024 No Comments Before the Butcher President and Founder Danny O’Malley shares the latest plant-based protein category insights.Read More
Processor Profile: Chomps Chomps expands into C-stores nationwide Clean-label meat snacks are on the rise, and Chomps’ expansion into the C-store channel exemplifies this ongoing trend. Sammy Bredar October 2, 2024 No Comments Growth strategy benefits Chomps’ repeat rate, which sits at over 40%Read More
Packaging Update Convenience drives packaging category Consumers are valuing one thing above the rest: convenience. Sammy Bredar September 30, 2024 No Comments Consumers and producers alike are opting for more convenient packaging options.Read More
Defining value in the beef industry What does 'value' mean to consumers? Sammy Bredar September 23, 2024 No Comments Retail and foodservice distributors gather with the Certified Angus Beef brand to review market opportunities, category constraints and consumer trends.Read More
Ambassador connects with Minnesota roots Event sponsorships allow brands to gain consumer visibility and promote their brand mission while connecting with local communities. Sammy Bredar September 16, 2024 No Comments Ambassador hot dog brand serves as the 'official hot dog' for three Minnesota events in summer 2024.Read More
Meat Industry Hall of Fame Class of 2023 Past inductees vote in Class of 2023 Meat Industry Hall of Fame honorees. Sammy Bredar September 3, 2024 No Comments The Meat Industry Hall of Fame recognizes seven industry veterans for their significant contributions to the meat industry.Read More