UNL offers management training program to small meat processors nationwide Applications are due by June 7. Industry News May 28, 2025 No Comments Nebraska Extension’s 2025 Small Meat Processor Management Training Program is tailored for owners, managers and management-track employees of small meat processing plants.Read More
USDA announces $26.5 million in Local Agriculture Market Program grants Grant program includes the Farmers Market Promotion Program, Local Food Promotion Program and the Regional Food System Partnerships. Industry News May 12, 2025 No Comments AMS accepts applications for grant funding through June 27, 2025.Read More
USDA announces expedited disaster relief for farmers USDA hosts inaugural Farmers First roundtable. Industry News May 9, 2025 No Comments US Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins declares plans to expedite $21 billion in disaster assistance.Read More
Senators propose legislation to support small meat processing operations National Deer Association shows support for the Strengthening Local Processing Act. Industry News May 8, 2025 No Comments Bill would provide training, education and technical assistance grants to help small processing plants improve and streamline their operations. Read More
Steve Polidori and Melodie Harris on Polidori Sausage's 100th anniversary Learn about the biggest challenges the company has faced. May 7, 2025 No Comments Polidori Sausage leadership shares what product has consistently been the most popular for the Colorado-based company.Read More
Illinois meat business invests $2.5 million in local processing and packaging Investment supports fresh meat sales in Illinois food desert. Industry News May 2, 2025 No Comments Frichtl Processing and Slaughtering investment enables the small business to build a meat processing facility and grocery store.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
Commentary: SMA Beef with the 2025-30 Dietary Guidelines Proposed guidelines emphasize reducing consumption of red and processed meats. Lacy Bates April 24, 2025 No Comments Let’s put beef, pork and poultry back at the center of the plates of every American, not beans, peas and lentils.Read More
Feeder cattle operation wins Minnesota Family-Owned Small Business of the Year Dairy farm founded in 1970 evolves into a grain and feeder cattle business. Industry News April 21, 2025 No Comments US Small Business Administration honors Reichmann Cattle Co.Read More