Longhini Sausage Company has been crafting Italian sausages and other specialty meat products in New Haven, Conn., since 1950. To protect its growing customer base, Longhini began looking for the best metal detection options and turned to Mettler-Toledo Safeline Profile Advantage detectors.
Before the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, consumers were buying a wide variety of meat cuts, from pre-portioned to bulk. The next few months may either see skewed consumer purchasing decisions or reinforce tried-and-true options.
Holiday meals still feature traditional proteins such as turkey and ham. But younger families also embrace smaller portions, deboned meats and convenience with pre-made meal kits or restaurant takeout.
Last month, I spent the day in Washington, D.C. with other industry associations and the scientific working groups that we have put together to work on Appendix A & B issues.
The concept of an all-in-one-box meal has been around for years, going back to the first frozen TV dinners. Today's meal kits are far removed from their earliest origins, though.