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Fred Wilkinson

Fred Wilkinson

Chief Editor, National Provisioner.  

Fred Wilkinson has been writing about food industry news and trends for business audiences for more than 25 years.

Chief Editor, The National Provisioner
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New products from PACK EXPO Las Vegas 2023

More than 2,300 packaging and processing solutions providers were exhibiting.
Fred Wilkinson
Fred Wilkinson
September 15, 2023
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The 2023 event breaks attendance records, PMMI says.


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PACK EXPO info

PMMI's Tom Egan shares key points about the packaging marketplace

PACK EXPO Las Vegas promises a comprehensive immersion in the latest packaging trends.
Fred Wilkinson
Fred Wilkinson
September 5, 2023
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Sharing some thoughts about the packaging marketplace and how innovation is powering change in the industry.


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'Expect Innovation’ at PACK EXPO Las Vegas

New and expanded educational presentations will address emerging and impactful packaging industry trends.
Fred Wilkinson
Fred Wilkinson
August 31, 2023
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The expo agenda aims to provide meat and poultry processors more solutions and innovations to improve their operational efficiencies.


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Alan McAnelly, owner of Hamilton

Regenerative agriculture at Hamilton Sheep Station

Fred Wilkinson
Fred Wilkinson
August 21, 2023
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The goal of regenerative agricultural practices is to promote not only climate change mitigation but also improved productivity and profitability for producers as their soil regains fertility and resiliency.


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Independent Thoughts

Americold VP shares insights on the cold chain logistics services market

Retail frozen food sales in the U.S. increased by 37% between 2018 and 2022.
Fred Wilkinson
Fred Wilkinson
August 17, 2023
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The cold storage segment has seen substantial growth since the pandemic, and industry experts expect that to continue.


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Independent Thoughts

Securing meat processing grants requires preparation and focus

'It’s about finding a square peg for a square hole.'
Fred Wilkinson
Fred Wilkinson
August 3, 2023
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A clearly communicated goal along with strong documentation to support your expansion plan is the key to winning the nod for funding.  


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Food Safety Report: Foreign materials detection

Fred Wilkinson
Fred Wilkinson
July 25, 2023
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The word “recall’ in reference to meat or poultry products might lead to the presumption that the incident involved presence of a foodborne pathogen. 


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AAMP 2023 convention takes on hot topics

Presenters share experiences with implementing equipment upgrades to improve operational efficiency.
Fred Wilkinson
Fred Wilkinson
July 21, 2023
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CHARLESTON, S.C. — The American Association of Meat Processors picked a hot one for the return of its annual convention to Charleston after 10 years — especially for a crowd that spends a fair amount of time in meat lockers.


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Independent Thoughts

Calling all nominations for the Meat Industry Hall of Fame

Tell us about someone who made a difference in the industry.
Fred Wilkinson
Fred Wilkinson
July 13, 2023
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Help select who will be in the Meat Industry Hall of Fame's Class of 2023.


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Cultivated meat marks first U.S. consumer sale — what's next?

Impossible Foods' global sales initiatives veteran shares insights on cultured meats' growth path.
Fred Wilkinson
Fred Wilkinson
July 7, 2023
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Stephanie Lind shares insights based on her more than 25 years working for Fortune 500 food companies, including PepsiCo, Sysco and McDonald’s supply chain partner Havi Logistics.



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