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Consumer interest in natural and clean label is resulting in the growth of natural preservatives and environmentally friendly technologies.

As an additive, in certain products, phosphates on the label might generate questions from consumers. But, equally, there are applications for phosphates that deliver nutritional benefit to consumers that can override any such concerns.

Marinated meat and poultry is becoming more popular and lucrative for processors and retailers.

In recent years, the brisket has become so much more sought after that, as a meat scientist acting in the interest of consumers, I have been challenged to seek alternative beef cuts that could be used in the smoker.

The proposed rule is intended to harmonize FSIS’ nutrition facts labeling requirements with the final nutrition labeling regulations published by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in May 2016.

Snacking is becoming a way of life for younger consumers, and is affecting menu development and product choices.

Clean-label alternative ingredients that function similarly to traditional enhancement solutions are of value to both the pork industry and consumers.

The greater consumer focus on healthier living is altering the design of meat, poultry and seafood selections that contain batter and breading.

As consumers demand more transparency on product labels, they are requesting fewer ingredients or, at least, ones that don’t sound like they come from chemistry class.

Consumers’ interest in natural and organic products along with products that are labeled with simplified ingredient lists are driving the development and increased use of shelf-life extenders.