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Formulation Strategies: more than a main meal

The greater use of meat and poultry as a snack, appetizer or side dish can bolster sector sales, but industry operators must surmount merchandising challenges.
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Richard Mitchell
January 31, 2019
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Positioning meat and poultry as more than a center-of-the-plate item can potentially generate a bonanza of additional activity for retail and foodservice operators.
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Barbecue trends: Low-and-slow flies high

The reign of barbecue continues, as processors, restaurateurs and retailers push hard to answer the demands of consumers in this segment.
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Elizabeth Fuhrman
March 13, 2018
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It may come as little surprise to those in the meat and poultry industries, but barbecue, and everything that goes with it, is hot right now, with no signs of cooling off.
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Salads are the number one growing item at lunchtime
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Lunch trends emphasize fresh foods

“Fresh” changes abound in the lunch daypart, as retailers, foodservice operators and consumers seek out protein options that are perceived healthier without sacrificing taste or quality.
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Elizabeth Fuhrman
June 15, 2017
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A continued emphasis around fresh foods at lunchtime and throughout the day is a big reason why salads, which could be made with or without meat, are the No. 1 growing item at lunchtime.


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Turkey remains the preferred protein for holiday dinners
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Holiday dinners: A twist on tradition

More shoppers are purchasing a wider variety of proteins and cuts for their holiday dinners as they aim to make the meals less cumbersome and more dynamic.
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Richard Mitchell
September 20, 2016
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While turkey remains the dominant center of the plate protein for Thanksgiving, consumption of such alternatives as pork, lamb, beef and chicken are on the upswing as more consumers seek variety, novelty and affordability when preparing for seasonal gatherings.


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