Special Report: Labor Outlook Labor pools’ lack of skills and interest pose challenges Regional food systems lack extensive, in-depth, in-person training and apprenticeship opportunities for aspiring butchers. Fred Wilkinson January 28, 2025 No Comments The leading concerns that butchers and processors express regarding finding and retaining employees are lack of interest in the trade itself and lack of high quality training.Read More
Meat processor pays $3.7M penalty for identity theft scheme Employees used stolen identities to gain employment with Ohio-based Fresh Mark. Industry News January 2, 2025 No Comments Hiring manager conspires to steal identities of US citizens and give them to job applicants at Fresh Mark’s meat processing plants.Read More
Economic Outlook Report 2025 Tight supplies, high prices plague small processors High prices, a difficult labor market, tight beef supplies and ongoing regulatory pressures shape the outlook for the coming year. Sammy Bredar December 23, 2024 No Comments Small meat and poultry processors get creative to adjust to a difficult economic environment.Read More
Commentary: SMA Navigating labor challenges in the meat industry With an aging workforce and increased competition for workers, businesses often struggle to meet staffing needs. Lacy Bates November 6, 2024 No Comments Processors must leverage employment-based immigration and domestic recruitment to manage labor shortages while embracing technological solutions. Read More
Don't miss The National Provisioner's Workforce & Productivity Operational Strategies Webinar Join us on Oct. 30 to learn how evolving employee expectations are changing how your business can attract and retain workers. October 15, 2024 No Comments Labor and hiring experts Alex Chausovsky and Hinda Mitchell will share insights on what your business needs to do to become the employer of choice.Read More
Sysco drops new lineup of labor-saving foodservice solutions Sysco debuts new food solutions through its Cutting Edge Solutions platform. Industry News October 15, 2024 No Comments Food distributor Sysco Corp. launches 19 new concepts to boost operator efficiency.Read More
US Foods targets operator pain points Fall Scoop highlights 24 new on-trend products designed by US Foods product development experts. Industry News September 30, 2024 No Comments New Fall 2024 Scoop products help address inventory, labor and time management costs. Read More
Pack Expo works to bridge skills gap Trade show features comprehensive programs designed to inspire the next generation of talent in the packaging and processing sectors. Industry News August 22, 2024 No Comments Event offers a variety of activities aimed at introducing high school and college students to opportunities within the industry.Read More
Montana governor highlights increased support for meat processors Increasing meat processing capacity in the state to add value to Montana commodities is among the governor’s top priorities. Industry News March 22, 2024 No Comments Montana Governor Greg Gianforte visits Central Avenue Meats and emphasizes the state’s investments to support the meat processing industry.Read More
Annual Meat Conference 2024 Processors must up their game as labor market favors employees over employers Employers need to understand what motivates people to come the work for their company. Fred Wilkinson March 20, 2024 No Comments Attracting and retaining workers requires the right approach not just from the human resources department but also top management.Read More