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Scott Filbrandt, AAMP president and owner of Michigan-based Bob’s Processing
Category Report: Smoked & Cured Meats

Approaches and considerations for producing and marketing smoked fish

Michigan small processor and AAMP President Scott Filbrandt shares strategies for smoking salomon and other fish during an AAMP 2025 convention workshop.
Fred Wilkinson
Fred Wilkinson
July 31, 2025
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Brining, smoking, and packaging strategies for fish offer new product opportunities for small processors.


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Special Report: Food Safety

Share your food safety story

Survey finds food safety remains on consumers’ minds – let them know what your business is doing to ensure safe product.
Fred Wilkinson
Fred Wilkinson
July 18, 2025
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Every time workers are involved in touching a product, potential sanitation issues exist.


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sausages and vegetables

Clean-label, flavor-forward sausage products win at the store

The National Provisioner sits down with Applegate, Dietz & Watson and Amylu Foods to explore the latest trends and innovations within the breakfast and dinner sausage categories.
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Sammy Bredar
July 2, 2025
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Inflationary pressures combined with demand for pack-size variety and flavor exploration drive sausage product innovation.


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2025 Processor of the Year: Coleman All Natural Meats

Multigenerational commitment sustains growth for Coleman All Natural Meats

Longtime innovator in the all-natural meats category marks its 150th year with an expanded branded and private-label focus, backed up by a new 240,000-square-foot processing facility.
Fred Wilkinson
Fred Wilkinson
June 17, 2025
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Engaging with like-minded pork producers ensures Coleman All Natural Meats lives up to it commitment to its customers while creating an alternative market for family farms.


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Adolescent Ducks
Processor Profile: Culver Duck Farm

Indiana duck farm expands export opportunities

Middlebury, Ind.-based Culver Duck Farm dedicates itself to continuous improvement.
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Sammy Bredar
June 16, 2025
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Culver Duck is the first and only meat duck farm in North America to hold American Humane Certified status.


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usda certified beef steaks
Category Report: Beef

Beef demand shows resilience despite tight supply

Convenience and premiumization drive beef product innovation.
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Sammy Bredar
June 16, 2025
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Demand for natural, less processed products puts beef in the spotlight.


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Special Report: Co-Packing & Private-Label Opportunities

Private-label offerings meeting consumer demands for value

More than half of Gen Z shoppers say they ‘always/frequently’ choose where they shop based on store brands.
Fred Wilkinson
Fred Wilkinson
June 13, 2025
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Retailers aim to set themselves apart with exclusive brands offering value and innovative flavors.


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Robotic arms along assembly line in modern factory.
Special Report: AI, Automation & Robotics

The future of AI and automation at the meat plant

Demand for greater efficiency, food safety and adaptability influence AI and automation development for meat processing.
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Sammy Bredar
June 12, 2025
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Meat producers explore human and robot collaboration.


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salads
Special Report: Foodservice

Proteins remain popular but have to hold up during takeout

Off-site dining accounts for three-quarters of restaurant traffic.
Fred Wilkinson
Fred Wilkinson
June 11, 2025
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Adding value at foodservice includes meat and poultry products that can help operators deal with staffing challenges.


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vermont meat sticks
Meat Snacks Report 2025

Consumers want meat snacks with strong nutritional value

Demand for high protein, low sugar and clean labels spur product innovation.
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Sammy Bredar
May 21, 2025
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Forecasts project the meat snack category to almost double by 2033.


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