Senators propose legislation to support small meat processing operations National Deer Association shows support for the Strengthening Local Processing Act. Industry News May 8, 2025 No Comments Bill would provide training, education and technical assistance grants to help small processing plants improve and streamline their operations. Read More
Steve Polidori and Melodie Harris on Polidori Sausage's 100th anniversary Learn about the biggest challenges the company has faced. May 7, 2025 No Comments Polidori Sausage leadership shares what product has consistently been the most popular for the Colorado-based company.Read More
Category Report: Retail Merchandising Strategies for Small Processors Engage and educate to drive meat product merchandising efforts Highly engaged e-commerce shoppers spend three times on meat and deli compared to in-store only shoppers. Fred Wilkinson April 25, 2025 No Comments Consumers have higher expectations for items that save time and drive convenience.Read More
Processor Profile: Southside Market & Barbeque Austin's Southside Market & Barbeque epitomizes old-school Texas BBQ Signature beef sausage endures as the top seller for both Southside Market & Barbeque’s restaurants and retail offerings. Fred Wilkinson March 4, 2025 No Comments Southside Market & Barbeque traces its roots to 1882 outside Elgin, Texas.Read More
Black Belt Meat Summit aims to promote sustainable meat production Tuskegee University event will bring together farmers, meat processors, livestock producers, ranchers, researchers and industry professionals focused on Alabama's Black Belt region. Industry News February 24, 2025 No Comments A key goal for the Black Belt Meat Summit is to foster collaboration and knowledge-sharing among the region's meat industry stakeholders.Read More
Commentary: NMPAN Freezing grant funds puts a chill on rural America and the meat supply Federal payments or reimbursements on millions of dollars of grants to meat processors have been frozen due to President Trump’s executive orders. Rebecca Thistlethwaite February 20, 2025 No Comments NMPAN will continue to provide technical assistance to small and mid-scale meat processors and producers despite the freeze.Read More
NMPAN brings back educational course for small meat processors NMPAN builds upon the original curriculum, adding more finance and operations-focused content. Industry News December 17, 2024 No Comments Niche Meat Processors Assistance Network offers 12-Month Meat Processor's Mastermind course again after a successful first year.Read More
Governor awards $14 million to bolster Ohio’s meat processing industry Effort funds the construction of new facilities or upgrades at existing facilities. Industry News October 3, 2024 No Comments Funding effort targets 51 Ohio companies involved in the meat harvesting and processing industry across 33 counties.Read More
Independent Processor of the Year 2024: Cypress Valley Meat Co. Independent Processor of the Year 2024: Cypress Valley Meat Co. By establishing a solid reputation, Cypress Valley Meat Co. expands into new markets. Sammy Bredar September 2, 2024 No Comments The National Provisioner is proud to announce our 2024 Independent Processor of the Year, Cypress Valley Meat Co.Read More
Nebraska ag department awards grants to 76 meat processors Grants from the Independent Processor Assistance Program support the growth of meat processing in Nebraska. Industry News April 22, 2024 No Comments More than $5.1 million supports projects designed to improve and/or expand Nebraska’s meat processing capabilities.Read More