Commentary: NMPAN Freezing grant funds puts a chill on rural America and the meat supply Federal payments or reimbursements on millions of dollars of grants to meat processors have been frozen due to President Trump’s executive orders. Rebecca Thistlethwaite February 20, 2025 No Comments NMPAN will continue to provide technical assistance to small and mid-scale meat processors and producers despite the freeze.Read More
Commentary: AMSA Environmental enrichment minimally impacts meat quality of fresh and processed turkey Environmental enrichment provides a possible solution to mitigate negative impacts of intensive housing and improve animal welfare. February 20, 2025 No Comments Access to bales of straw, metal objects and wood perches results in turkeys displaying fewer pecking-related injuries.Read More
Commentary: USPOULTRY The economic impact of the poultry industry 2024 study shows the poultry industry provides more than 2 million jobs, $54 billion in government revenue and $663.6 billion in economic activity. Gwen Venable February 19, 2025 No Comments Study provides a snapshot of the poultry industry's impact on the economy.Read More
Video Rabobank analyst shares poultry supply outlook during IPPE 2025 'It has been a really challenging year,' says Rabobank's Christine McCracken. February 19, 2025 No Comments Animal health issues impact poultry markets.Read More
Fight for Food Safety A new administration, a new day Many in the meat and poultry industry remain optimistic about the potential changes that could impact USDA’s FSIS policy and priorities. Shawn K. Stevens February 18, 2025 No Comments Many in the meat and poultry industry remain optimistic about the potential changes that could impact USDA’s FSIS policy and priorities.Read More
Special Report: Operational Efficiency Building operational efficiency right in Embracing a holistic approach to plant upgrades maximizes processors’ efficiencies – and their investment. Fred Wilkinson February 12, 2025 No Comments Choosing the right design/build partner starts with property consulting and extends through post-project support.Read More
Commentary: PMMI Seafood packaging evolves to meet processor and consumer needs Brand owners focus on productivity, safety and sustainability. Jorge Izquierdo PMMI February 7, 2025 No Comments Processors shift tactics to maximize productivity, product safety, and sustainability. Read More
News and new products from the expo floor at IPPE 2025, Part 2 Packaging and processing equipment meets a wide range of processor applications. February 5, 2025 No Comments Innovations aim to increase safety and efficiency.Read More
News and new products from the expo floor at IPPE 2025, Part 1 Innovations aim to increase safety and efficiency. February 4, 2025 No Comments Packaging and processing equipment meets a wide range of processor applications.Read More
Processor Profile Seaboard Triumph Foods and The Prairie Fresh Way Connected food system produces premium pork products for export, processor, retail and foodservice markets. Fred Wilkinson January 30, 2025 No Comments Adding value extends from production to the plate. Read More