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Owners and managers of small meat plants have a significant impact on the success of the business with which they are involved. During good times, they can help their company grow and prosper and achieve long term success. 

As someone who has worked from home for a long time, “social distancing” has pretty much been my regular way of life for years. But for many others, this new lifestyle has required major adaptations, made in the name of safety. 

Now operating as Salumi Chicago, Laketek works inside Moesle Meat Co. Moesle had been recently acquired by Joel Janecek, and he was introduced to Laketek by a mutual connection.

While it's impossible to predict those types of factors that could affect the industry, initial estimates for the meat and poultry industry indicate a strong year, with increased meat supplies for processors.

On a conveyor surface, potential harborage points are numerous, including links, bends, etc. While smooth conveyor belts tend to be easier to clean, they also are easier to damage, i.e. fraying edges, gouges, etc.

Allergens are a major cause of food recalls in the United States and can be devastating to a company. However, there are several things you can do to minimize the chance of your products being involved in an allergen recall.

When I visit a processor for a cover story, I occasionally hear people tell me how lucky I am to be able to travel across the country and spend time with the companies I profile.

The burger is going through some changes, as consumer trends are having an effect on the patty. There are patties for every type of consumer, from fresh to frozen, from full-sized to slider, and from beef to turkey to plant.

Last year, the American Association of Meat Processors (AAMP) launched an internship program last year to provide opportunities for students and recent graduates to gain additional knowledge and experience in the meat industry.

AMSA is the premier provider of learning and knowledge for the meat science discipline. Our association delivers innovative learning experiences, opportunities for peer-to-peer collaboration and leadership development programs designed to advance the meat science discipline.