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2026 Small Processor Economic Outlook Report

Processors pursue efficiency and new markets to mitigate rising costs

One of the biggest challenges facing small processors is the shortage of labor.
Fred Wilkinson
Fred Wilkinson
December 16, 2025
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Proposed legislation would expand market reach for small processors.



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2026 Economic Outlook Report

Strong demand and nutrition trends bolster meat and poultry outlook

Tight beef supply opens opportunity for chicken at foodservice.
Fred Wilkinson
Fred Wilkinson
December 15, 2025
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Price-conscious consumers’ shift to dining at-home plays to pork’s strength.


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ASMI annual report highlights resilience and global impact

Report offers a snapshot of current economic conditions impacting Alaska's seafood industry.
Industry News
June 2, 2025
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ASMI-supported international promotions deliver ROI of up to 3,800% in Northern Europe and more than 2,800% in Southeast Asia.


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Tariffs spark fears of economic slowdown for businesses, consumers

CoBank publishes insights on the US economic outlook in light of compounding economic conditions.
Industry News
April 10, 2025
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Rapidly worsening expectations about everything—from inflation and personal income to business and labor market conditions—elevate concerns among business owners, investors and consumers alike.


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Private-label products poised to thrive in 2025

'2025 is the year of private brands' and other retail predictions from John Clear of Alvarez & Marsal’s Consumer and Retail Group.
Industry News
December 30, 2024
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Expect a lot of activity on small-scale mergers and acquisitions.


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Meat and Poultry Products

Inflationary hangover persisting for consumers

Consumers in the low- to middle-income segment struggle to cover essentials.
Fred Wilkinson
Fred Wilkinson
December 23, 2024
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Rising prices have moderated but are not declining, and consumers continue to pay higher prices for meat and poultry products.


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Economic Outlook Report 2025

Tight supplies, high prices plague small processors

High prices, a difficult labor market, tight beef supplies and ongoing regulatory pressures shape the outlook for the coming year.
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Sammy Bredar
December 23, 2024
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Small meat and poultry processors get creative to adjust to a difficult economic environment.


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Farmland

CoBank forecasts forces shaping US rural economy

Falling feed costs and rising producer margins renew expansion interest in animal protein segments.
Industry News
December 16, 2024
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Rural industries are disproportionately exposed to federal policy and face downside risks in 2025.


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David Boussios

DecisionNext Head Economist David Boussios shares 2025 outlook

Signs of herd rebuilding should provide some hope to those suffering through high beef and cattle prices.
Fred Wilkinson
Fred Wilkinson
December 12, 2024
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Hog prices shift from being priced by hog producers’ conditions to being heavily determined by pork demand.


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STATE OF THE INDUSTRY 2024: OVERVIEW

State of the Industry: Consumers valuing convenience

While consumers increasingly seek new products that deliver value, the meat and poultry industry must balance opportunities with challenges, including the tight beef supply and avian influenza.
Dan Emery
November 4, 2024
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Meat needs to tap in to its ability to make eating occasions special to drive demand. 


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