The National Provisioner

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November 2025

In this issue of The National Provisioner, read our cover story on the 2025 Consumer Trends Report and how consumers keep an eye on price and convenience. Also inside: a special report on flavor trends, how advanced imaging and AI analysis are redefining what ‘inspection’ means, the inside Scoop with Brian Freeman — and more!

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Independent Processor

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Cows and misty rolling hills in the Brecon Beacons national park, Wales
Processor Profile: The Country Butcher

The Country Butcher: Excellence through faith, family and passion

From humble beginnings to an award-winning artisan processor, The Country Butcher continues to blend traditional craft with innovation.
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Sammy Bredar
November 18, 2025
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Rooted in faith and driven by a lifelong love for the meat industry, The Country Butcher’s Stephen Boyer, president and owner, maintains local roots while achieving industry excellence on a national scale.


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A piece of cured meat on a cutting board with slices and garnish beside it.
Commentary: AMSA

Cured color development with clean-label ingredients

Immediate thermal processing with inclusion of a cure accelerator was determined to be optimal for cured color formation and stability.
November 21, 2025
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Meat processors must balance meeting consumer demands for clean label with maintaining the same quality afforded by conventional ingredients.


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