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Articles by Fred Wilkinson

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Processor Profile: Diestel Family Ranch

Diestel Family Ranch builds on legacy of sustainable practices

Family-owned and operated California-based turkey producer, processor and marketer has long embraced animal welfare and prioritizing sustainability.
Fred Wilkinson
Fred Wilkinson
July 17, 2025
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Diestel Family Ranch leverages on-package messaging to drive consumer sales.


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2025 Processor of the Year: Coleman All Natural Meats

Multigenerational commitment sustains growth for Coleman All Natural Meats

Longtime innovator in the all-natural meats category marks its 150th year with an expanded branded and private-label focus, backed up by a new 240,000-square-foot processing facility.
Fred Wilkinson
Fred Wilkinson
June 17, 2025
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Engaging with like-minded pork producers ensures Coleman All Natural Meats lives up to it commitment to its customers while creating an alternative market for family farms.


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Special Report: Co-Packing & Private-Label Opportunities

Private-label offerings meeting consumer demands for value

More than half of Gen Z shoppers say they ‘always/frequently’ choose where they shop based on store brands.
Fred Wilkinson
Fred Wilkinson
June 13, 2025
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Retailers aim to set themselves apart with exclusive brands offering value and innovative flavors.


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Special Report: Foodservice

Proteins remain popular but have to hold up during takeout

Off-site dining accounts for three-quarters of restaurant traffic.
Fred Wilkinson
Fred Wilkinson
June 11, 2025
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Adding value at foodservice includes meat and poultry products that can help operators deal with staffing challenges.


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2025 Top 100 Meat & Poultry Processors

2025 Top 100 Meat and Poultry Processors: Record meat sales fuel growth

The general trend is companies’ revenues are up from 2023, some significantly.
Fred Wilkinson
Fred Wilkinson
May 20, 2025
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View The National Provisioner's 2025 Top 100, an annual ranking of the top 100 meat and poultry processors in the United States, based on net sales.


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nachos
Special Report: Plant-Based Meats

New plant-based formulations aim to change minds

Product development focuses on delivering on taste, texture, nutrition and value.
Fred Wilkinson
Fred Wilkinson
April 29, 2025
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Plant-based meat alternatives can play a key role, offering consumers another option alongside traditional choices like beef, poultry, and seafood.


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Sharing clear information and real stories helps making humane choices easier for consumers

Kelsey Bruno-Bayliff of American Humane Certified Farm Animals says many shoppers now have an expectation for humane labels.
Fred Wilkinson
Fred Wilkinson
April 28, 2025
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Humane practices don’t just result in better lives for animals, they also improve meat quality, make food safer, and support sustainable agriculture.


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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
Fred Wilkinson
April 25, 2025
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Consumers have higher expectations for items that save time and drive convenience.


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Group of black and white, mixed, crossbred beef heifers in a row
Special Report: Animal Welfare & Humane Handling

Meat and poultry industry can’t be shy about telling its animal welfare story

Kinder Ground Chief Animal Welfare Officer Jennifer Walker shares insights on emerging issues and trends regarding the industry’s animal welfare practices and priorities.
Fred Wilkinson
Fred Wilkinson
April 25, 2025
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Show consumers what you are doing to do better.


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Keto charcuterie board

Charcuterie trend evolves as consumers look for cleaner ingredients

Dietz & Watson VP of brand strategy shares insights on the category.
Fred Wilkinson
Fred Wilkinson
March 19, 2025
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Consumers explore new flavors from the comfort of a familiar format.


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