Meat and Poultry Processing

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The organizations, which have long published parallel industry reports, have joined forces offer food manufacturers and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) an overview of market performance and a glimpse at what to expect going forward.

Four-day event brings together packers, processors, suppliers and service providers for education and relationship-building.

Enhanced Pack 720 Pro system helps processors manage packaging variability, reduce false rejects and maintain inspection performance across packaged food applications.

Action plan targets regulatory clarity, customer service improvements and easier navigation of USDA requirements.

CPG NexGen Awards spotlight emerging leaders making a meaningful impact through innovation, leadership, operational excellence and problem-solving across the CPG industry.

New product development for foodservice proteins aims to mitigate staffing challenges while enabling menu variety.

New research by Decision Analytica shows strong market potential for pork from PRRS-resistant pigs, countering fears of consumer backlash. Despite PRRS's economic impact, resistance can be achieved without affecting pig growth or meat quality, revealing a more nuanced consumer openness.

As RTE products continue to evolve and regulatory expectations remain high, success will depend on integrating solid microbiological science with practical processing knowledge.

Although FSIS regulations have not changed in any sweeping way, many processors feel the practical microbial standard they are held to has intensified.

Legacy Maker Farms leaders Steve Hershberger and Ian Baer discuss the company's new ownership, rebranding, and AI-driven strategy.