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My trip to visit this year’s Independent Processor of the Year, Dole & Bailey, also left me with an afternoon to walk part of the Freedom Trail.

In a city that is filled to the brim with monuments, buildings and other pieces of American history, Faneuil Hall is one of Boston’s great treasures.

As part of my duties for Independent Processor and The National Provisioner, I have to look through the news for meat industry-related stories.

The Home of Lincoln will become the Home of Hams, Sausages and other delicious cured meats.

Since 2010 FSIS has been discussing the need for improved HACCP System Validation, and the agency has published considerable information on the topic.

Marin Sun Farms garnered national recognition when it acquired the Petaluma facility from the former owners, Rancho Feeding Corp., in March 2014.

Brute strength yet finesse with a knife, brought up with tradition yet fueled by innovation, rough-handed yet revered—butchers have risen to rock star status in today’s food culture.

The University of Florida’s Department of Animal Sciences faculty works closely with industry groups including several livestock associations, Florida Farm Bureau, and others to develop educational programs for their members.

Recently, I attended an association meeting where a staff member was sharing an experience she had at a consumer group meeting she attended.