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AI takes center stage at Annual Meat Conference

Meat industry explores AI applications to drive efficiency gains and add value.

March 17, 2026

Annual Meat Conference spotlights artificial intelligence and how AI technology is helping the meat industry streamline operations.

Parlor Doughnuts shares inspiration for Savory Doughnuts launch

Parlor Doughnuts brings meat and poultry to the donut category with Savory Doughnuts.

March 17, 2026

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Justin Riat, chief growth officer for Parlor Doughnuts, sits down with The National Provisioner to discuss the company's new Savory Doughnuts, launching in multiple flavors featuring pepperoni, bacon bits, grilled chicken and more.

A veterinarian with a notepad and his assistant with a digital tablet are inspecting and talking in a barn, with cows nearby.

Special Report: Regulatory Update

Regulatory efforts focus on fighting disease – in people and cattle

New Dietary Guidelines for Americans play up the need for animal protein in diets, while USDA takes aim at New World Screwworm.

Dan Emery

March 17, 2026

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Dietary guidelines seen as a tool to fight chronic diseases such as diabetes and heart disease.

Consumer trends and versatility offer lamb opportunities

Consumer research presented during an AMC 2026 workshop finds younger generations are helping drive growth in lamb retail sales.

Fred Wilkinson

March 16, 2026

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Panelists provide supplier and retailer perspectives on lamb promotions and use.

Batch cooking: Timing, texture and hold management for fresh meal programs

Batch cooking for fresh meal programs requires carefully balancing menu choices, ingredient selection and processes to ensure excellent taste, consistent flavor and the right texture.

Sean Hennessy

March 12, 2026

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Catering and meal delivery company Delicious Unlimited shares best practices for batch cooking for fresh meal programs to enhance product outcomes.

How thermal insulation affects safety, sanitation and asset reliability in meat and poultry plants

Reassessing legacy approaches, and remaining open to newer technologies, can help processors align their thermal insulation practices with modern operational demands.

Feraas Alameh

March 11, 2026

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Meat plant thermal management directly affects food safety, maintenance planning and total cost of ownership.

Power of Meat 2026

2026 Power of Meat report shows why meat remains hot

Despite inflation and other financial pressures, US consumers are welcoming more meat into their diets.

Fred Wilkinson

March 10, 2026

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Four out of 10 consumers say they are focusing more on protein now than five years ago.

Culinary trends: Retailers embrace flavor and consumer education to drive engagement

Retailers lean into global flavors and in-store education to inspire cooking at home and strengthen customer loyalty.

Sammy Bredar

March 9, 2026

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At the 2026 Annual Meat Conference, industry leaders explore how evolving culinary trends are reshaping the way meat departments engage shoppers and create value.