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Independent Processor

How is the chicken industry keeping up with the latest consumer trends? Ask farmers.

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Megan Pellegrini
There's no denying the popularity of chicken. According to the USDA, total chicken per capita consumption should reach 94.3 pounds in 2019. …
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Meat and Poultry Industry News

Go small or go home

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Sam Gazdziak
Farmers & Fishermen Purveyors gathers an All-Star team of talent to supply Atlanta’s restaurateurs. …
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Processor Profiles

2019 Independent Processor of the Year: Jensen Meat

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Sam Gazdziak
Jensen Meat's new venture, a line of frozen, packaged single burger patties under the Solos brand, brings a variety of burger options to the customer, whether they’re meat-eaters, flexitarians or …
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Special Reports

2019 Crop Report: Riding the crazy train

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Dan Emery
No two years in farming are alike or free of drama; however, this may be one of the craziest years we've seen in a long time because of all the …
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Deli

2019 Deli Report: Break from tradition

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Richard Mitchell
Supermarket deli merchandisers seeking to bolster meat and poultry activity must break from tradition. With sales of bulk meats declining, it is imperative for retailers to liven up selections and …
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Special Reports

Top cured meat products vie for Best of Show at 2019 American Cured Meat Championships

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Sam Gazdziak
Nearly 500 turkeys, sausages, hams and other specialty curd meat products were brought to Mobile, Ala., last week, as part of the annual Association of American Meat Processors (AAMP) Convention. …
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Expert Commentary

From the Editor's Desk: Plant-based, alternative proteins

Editor-in-chief Andy Hanacek shares his thoughts on a recent petition that called for McDonald's to create a plant-based, meatless burger option on their menu. …