Articles by Sammy Bredar

Chief Commercial Officer Dolan Patterson discusses how value-added chicken products expand the brand’s reach, support its farm network and reflect the standards behind its fresh chicken business.

President and CEO Nate Rempe discusses how the Roadie partnership adds flexible last-mile capacity while supporting speed, product quality and cold-chain visibility.

At AAMP’s 2026 convention, exhibitors and presenters focus on helping small processors extract more value from the labor, space and raw materials they already have.

Across processing operations, food safety strategies are becoming increasingly interconnected.

Restaurant chain Pokeworks explores how customization, ingredient quality and transparency are shaping fast-casual protein choices.

The Farm To You builds a direct-to-consumer platform centered on independent producers, curated meat boxes and regional supply chains.

Despite elevated prices, the beef category sees strong growth as consumers prioritize protein, perceived value, and convenience.

San Francisco processor reflects on hardwood smoking, traditional production methods and maintaining product identity across generations.

Research from Texas A&M and University of Illinois suggests protein quality influences how the body responds to exercise rather than total protein intake alone.

ADM says soy protein continues to gain momentum across both traditional meat applications and emerging plant-forward formats, driven by the need for cost efficiency, functionality and sensory performance.