Cheese company Sargento debuts Mighty Bites snack kits, responding to consumer demand for clean labels, high protein and convenient food combinations designed for children’s palettes.
Female-founded meat stick brand Singing Pastures focuses on protein snacks that resonate both functionally and emotionally — particularly with women, one of the fastest-growing segments in on-the-go protein.
Poultry industry research projects target food safety and pathogen control, animal health, operational efficiency, and data-driven and technology-enabled solutions.
Show floor features 271 exhibitors, a pop-up Farmers' Market featuring small regional farms like Norwich Meadows and Taproot Farms and a new Emerging Brands spotlight showcasing up-and-coming producers.
Scholarships are awarded to junior and senior undergraduates as well as master's and Ph.D. candidates studying engineering or meat sciences at North American universities.
National dietary guidance is reinforcing the importance of protein variety and intake — bringing concepts like 'protein quality' further into the spotlight.