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State of the Industry 2025: Animal Welfare

Animal welfare vs. animal rights: deciphering real issues from agendas

Animal rights groups attempt to position themselves as authority figures on what is considered animal welfare versus animal cruelty.

Emily Ellis

October 13, 2025

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Americans grow further removed from the farm – but their interest in animal welfare endures.

a veggie burger, which is a meatless hamburger with a patty made from ingredients like beans, nuts, grains, seeds, or mushrooms.

State of the Industry 2025: Alternative Proteins

Alternative proteins gain renewed interest among nutrition-conscious shoppers

Texture, taste and functionality for alternative proteins become just as important as nutrition.

Sammy Bredar

October 10, 2025

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The alternative protein category is experiencing strong consumer interest once more, aligning with concerns over nutrition, sustainability and animal welfare, as well as increased demand for convenience-driven foods.

two bowls of nuts: one with hazelnuts and the other with peanuts.

State of the Industry 2025: Food Safety

Allergen control: Declaring undeclared allergens a priority

Food processors should remain mindful of supplier management to mitigate regulatory risk for ingredients.

Shawn K. Stevens

October 6, 2025

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Food safety efforts must foster a company-wide culture that includes allergen awareness.

State of the Industry 2025: Packaging

Processors remain focused on key challenges in an era of uncertainty

Meat and poultry operations facing food safety and labor issues, as well as an unpredictable market, look to machinery upgrades and training assistance.

Jorge Izquierdo PMMI

October 6, 2025

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Processors place more value on automation, operator-free systems and remote service capabilities.

Packaging State of the Industry: US expands while Canada maintains strong base

Machine buyers are focused on finding practical solutions to achieve efficiency goals, but remain challenged by workforce woes and higher price points in an era of market volatility that makes decision-making more difficult.

Industry News

September 12, 2025

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Automated changeovers, servo-driven systems, and versatile machines for legacy and novel packaging formats propel innovation in the packaging industry in 2025.

Restaurant industry pushes for in-person dining in 2025

Rising labor and food costs, along with the ongoing struggle to recruit and retain employees, remain among the top concerns for both full-service and limited-service operators.

Industry News

February 12, 2025

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Consumers prioritize extended value when deciding where to eat.

The National Provisioner Podcast

The National Provisioner Podcast Episode 184: 2025 economic outlook

Supply chain insights for the coming year.

December 10, 2024

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DeltaTrak's Karl McDermott shares outlook for 2025..

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Industry News

November 12, 2024

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STATE OF THE INDUSTRY 2024: OVERVIEW

State of the Industry: Consumers valuing convenience

While consumers increasingly seek new products that deliver value, the meat and poultry industry must balance opportunities with challenges, including the tight beef supply and avian influenza.

Dan Emery

November 4, 2024

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Meat needs to tap in to its ability to make eating occasions special to drive demand.