Articles by Sam Gazdziak

Independent Processor Editorial Independent Thoughts

The value of education in the meat industry

Sam Gazdziak

November 13, 2019

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Meat science departments and animal science departments are a critical part of the meat industry.

Dr. Joe Cordray retires from Iowa State University

Sam Gazdziak

November 13, 2019

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A large group of friends, colleagues, processors and former students gathered in Ames, Iowa, on Saturday, November 2, to honor Dr. Cordray with a dinner and reception.

Making meat a hero product

Sam Gazdziak

October 16, 2019

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Force of Nature aims to disrupt the meat industry by creating a regenerative, environment-sustaining meat supply chain.

Being bold with beef

Sam Gazdziak

October 16, 2019

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Chefs at the Certified Angus Beef annual conference showcase beef with fire, flavor… and even pitchforks.

Lorentz Meats celebrates 50 years

Sam Gazdziak

October 16, 2019

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With two locations and a booming private-label business, this Minnesota company is a prominent part of the niche meat industry.

Diller Locker Company Meat Snack Products

No slowdown in sight for meat snacks

Consumers continue to turn to jerky, meat sticks and more to satisfy their hunger.

Sam Gazdziak

October 10, 2019

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For the last several years, meat snacks have been a fast-growing and profitable segment of the meat industry. New brands were launched and new flavors were introduced.

Cover Story

Enhancing the Patak Meat Products experience

A larger retail space and new online shipping capabilities makes one of Atlanta’s best food companies even better.

Sam Gazdziak

October 8, 2019

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For the uninitiated, it may seem strange — you wait how long to get to the front of the line? But once people try the Patak Meat Products' renowned deli meats, smoked sausages and other traditional European specialties, they understand. Patak quality and Patak prices are worth a little wait.

Independent Processor's Prime Cuts

Bringing together the Jensen Meat family

Sam Gazdziak

September 18, 2019

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Incentives, communication help fill San Diego processor’s ranks.

Independent Processor's Prime Cuts

Asian cuisine's sweet, spicy and savory opportunities

Day-Lee Foods brings traditional and modern Asian tastes to American consumers.

Sam Gazdziak

September 18, 2019

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Day-Lee Foods brings traditional and modern Asian tastes to American consumers.

Independent Processor's Prime Cuts

Planning for a worst-case scenario

Sam Gazdziak

September 18, 2019

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Take time to periodically review your insurance documents and make sure that they are up-to-date for your current business.

The National Provisioner

January 2020

Check out the January 2020 issue of The National Provisioner, featuring our cover story on Omaha Steaks, the 2020 Poultry Report, formulation of meat snacks, and much more.

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Independent Processor

December 2019

Check out the December 2019 issue of Independent Processor, featuring our cover story on the family-run Dayton Meat Products, an exciting culinary trend showcased at CAB's annual conference, and much more.

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