Meat Snacks Report 2025 Consumers want meat snacks with strong nutritional value Demand for high protein, low sugar and clean labels spur product innovation. Sammy Bredar May 21, 2025 No Comments Forecasts project the meat snack category to almost double by 2033.Read More
2025 Top 100 Meat & Poultry Processors 2025 Top 100 Meat and Poultry Processors: Record meat sales fuel growth The general trend is companies’ revenues are up from 2023, some significantly. Fred Wilkinson May 20, 2025 One Comment View The National Provisioner's 2025 Top 100, an annual ranking of the top 100 meat and poultry processors in the United States, based on net sales.Read More
Special Report: Natural & Organic Discerning consumers drive demand for natural and organic meat products Natural and organic products in particular are in a position to capitalize on the farm-to-fork movement. Sammy Bredar May 19, 2025 No Comments Shoppers want clean ingredient labels, better-for-you options and sustainability attributes.Read More
Special Report: Plant-Based Meats New plant-based formulations aim to change minds Product development focuses on delivering on taste, texture, nutrition and value. Fred Wilkinson April 29, 2025 No Comments Plant-based meat alternatives can play a key role, offering consumers another option alongside traditional choices like beef, poultry, and seafood.Read More
Virginia beef processor brings profits directly to farmers Lynchburg, Va.-based Seven Hills Food Co. positions farmers to access untapped markets. Sammy Bredar April 29, 2025 No Comments Seven Hills Food Co. is on a mission to make beef local and bring profits to farmers.Read More
Sharing clear information and real stories helps making humane choices easier for consumers Kelsey Bruno-Bayliff of American Humane Certified Farm Animals says many shoppers now have an expectation for humane labels. Fred Wilkinson April 28, 2025 No Comments Humane practices don’t just result in better lives for animals, they also improve meat quality, make food safer, and support sustainable agriculture.Read More
Fra' Mani champions traditional culinary methods Fra’ Mani helps foodservice and retail customers elevate deli selections with traditional, chef-driven products. Sammy Bredar April 28, 2025 No Comments Lawyer and James Beard Award--winning chef team up to form a salumi company.Read More
Category Report: Retail Merchandising Strategies for Small Processors Engage and educate to drive meat product merchandising efforts Highly engaged e-commerce shoppers spend three times on meat and deli compared to in-store only shoppers. Fred Wilkinson April 25, 2025 No Comments Consumers have higher expectations for items that save time and drive convenience.Read More
Special Report: Animal Welfare & Humane Handling Meat and poultry industry can’t be shy about telling its animal welfare story Kinder Ground Chief Animal Welfare Officer Jennifer Walker shares insights on emerging issues and trends regarding the industry’s animal welfare practices and priorities. Fred Wilkinson April 25, 2025 No Comments Show consumers what you are doing to do better.Read More
Special Report: Summer Grilling Preview Grilling season: 365 days a year Consumers get creative with their grilling equipment as they cook more at home. Sammy Bredar April 25, 2025 No Comments Expansion of the traditional grilling season brings wins for the meat department.Read More