Consumers who shop at Heartland Meats don’t get a faceless, impersonal shopping experience. They will speak with a food nutrition consultant to help them find the best meat solutions for their household. Independent Processor editor Sam Gazdziak spoke with Justin Freishtat of Heartland Meats to learn more about the retailer’s unique business model.

David Sawicki of design/build firm A M King shares insights on how processors can build operational efficiency into their meat and poultry processing facilities. 

Kansas City-based rancher and US Army veteran Patrick Montgomery details Valor Provisions, his meat marketplace that honors the dedication of America's farmers and veterans.

Mark Singleton, vice president of sales and marketing for Rudolph Foods Co., shares what's influencing and driving the meat snack category.

84.51° Insights Director Melissa Myres shares what is driving consumer demand for protein-rich foods.

Karl McDermott, chief SaaS officer for cold chain integrity solutions provider DeltaTrak, shares supply chain insights on what meat and poultry product manufacturers and handlers can expect in the coming year.

AUSTIN, Texas -- As part of the Meat Institute's 2024 ProteinPACT event, more than 300 were on hand for the 2024 Impactful Woman of the Year Luncheon, where Meat Institute President and CEO Julie Anna Potts received the WMIN Most Impactful Woman of the Year Award.