Commentary: SMA A wave of meat policy bills moves through Congress Lawmakers take on a wide range of bills that could significantly reshape the meat industry. Lacy Bates April 30, 2026 No Comments Bills address issues including beef labeling transparency, international trade, expansion of small meat processors and state inspection authority.Read More
Commentary: SMA Manufacturers can capture tax savings with Qualified Production Property New incentive allows a 100% deduction for the cost of real property used in qualified manufacturing activities. Michael DePrima February 16, 2026 No Comments New tax incentive can result in the immediate write-off of manufacturing-related assets in a facility.Read More
Commentary: AMSA SMA MEAT Forum: Where meat industry leaders meet The event draws meat and food industry professionals from across all levels of leadership. Lacy Bates December 8, 2025 No Comments Participation is open to all industry professionals, regardless of SMA membership.Read More
Commentary: SMA A podcast for Meat People SMA’s Meat People Podcast highlights unique stories and accomplishments. Lacy Bates October 27, 2025 No Comments Episodes relate how businesses blend tradition and innovation.Read More
Commentary: SMA SMA’s 69th Annual Convention & Suppliers’ Showcase heading to Hill Country Speakers and audience interaction will cover many issues. Lacy Bates June 2, 2025 No Comments This year's event in San Antonio features a Suppliers’ Showcase and many other entertaining networking opportunities.Read More
Commentary: SMA Beef with the 2025-30 Dietary Guidelines Proposed guidelines emphasize reducing consumption of red and processed meats. Lacy Bates April 24, 2025 No Comments Let’s put beef, pork and poultry back at the center of the plates of every American, not beans, peas and lentils.Read More
Commentary: SMA The Golden Age of beef tallow Rendering reclaims, restores and reuses the inedible components of an animal into useable products. Lacy Bates February 21, 2025 No Comments The global beef tallow market in 2024 reached approximately $14.2 billion and is expected to grow at a 5% rate each year.Read More
Commentary: SMA RSVP to SMA's Meat, Education, Advocacy & Technology Forum Combination of excellent speakers and audience interaction will cover issues and updates affecting day-to-day production for meat and food industry businesses. Lacy Bates December 23, 2024 No Comments The M.E.A.T Forum will be Feb. 19-20, 2025, in Arlington, Texas.Read More
The National Provisioner Podcast Episode 176: SMA rebrands to better serve its growing associate base Southwest Meat Association pivots to meet the needs its regionally diverse membership. August 26, 2024 No Comments Outgoing SMA chairwoman Karrie Menz discusses SMA's recent rebranding effort, Read More
SMA embraces rebranding effort Southwest Meat Association rebrands as SMA as the group's growth increasingly comes from outside of the Southwest. Lacy Bates August 26, 2024 No Comments SMA represents member companies in more than 30 states.Read More