For the last couple of years, the meat industry has had to deal with a slumping economy that saw more people eating at home more often or trading down in their protein purchases. Now, consumers are starting to spend more and eat out more... and the industry now has to deal with tight supplies, sky-high grain prices and rising fuel costs.
In spite of the continuing challenges, the top meat and poultry processors continue to find ways to grow their businesses and strengthen their market shares. The companies in this year’s Top 100 report have: