December 2019

Check out the December 2019 issue of Independent Processor, featuring our cover story on the family-run Dayton Meat Products, an exciting culinary trend showcased at CAB's annual conference, and much more.

Cover Story

Dayton Meat Products: Family ties

The Dayton family has served its Iowa community with quality meats and service for 60 years.

Sam Gazdziak

December 2, 2019

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When you visit Dayton Meat Products in Malcolm, Iowa, there stands a very good chance that a member of the Dayton family made your sausage, packaged your bacon, checked you out and even talked to you about buying a grill.

Scaling down technological innovations for small sausage processors

Improvements in sausage production, such as co-extrusion, are becoming more affordable for more companies.

Sam Gazdziak

December 16, 2019

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Technology in the meat industry tends to be cyclic. Over a period of three to five years, that innovation disseminates through the meat industry and is adopted by the leading meat and poultry processors.

Taking on third-party certification in meat operations

The certified advantage: Adding a third party certification can add more paperwork, but it can also lead to new sales opportunities.

Sam Gazdziak

December 12, 2019

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Much of a meat processor's day can be taken up by paperwork — too much paperwork, on some days. It seems counterintuitive that increasing the amount of documentation could improve the business, but that could be the case.

Kristina and Greg Gaardbo at Certified Angus Beef Conference

Special Report

Certified Angus Beef Annual Conference: Fire and spectacle

CAB's annual conference showcases an exciting culinary trend – cooking as a visual treat.

Sam Gazdziak

December 9, 2019

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The opening reception at this year's Certified Angus Beef Annual Conference featured the things you might expect: ribeyes, strip steaks and tomahawk chops. There were also some things that you might not expect, like swords, pitchforks, dangling pineapples and fire.

A sausage for every niche

Sam Gazdziak

December 6, 2019

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Sausages are known for more than their versatility and taste. They are also the medium for some of the most imaginative product development in the meat industry.

Dr. Joe Cordray retires from Iowa State University

Sam Gazdziak

November 13, 2019

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A large group of friends, colleagues, processors and former students gathered in Ames, Iowa, on Saturday, November 2, to honor Dr. Cordray with a dinner and reception.

Independent Processor's Prime Cuts

Asian cuisine's sweet, spicy and savory opportunities

Day-Lee Foods brings traditional and modern Asian tastes to American consumers.

Sam Gazdziak

September 18, 2019

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Day-Lee Foods brings traditional and modern Asian tastes to American consumers.

AAMP

AAMP seeking candidates for internship program

December 31, 2019

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Last year, the American Association of Meat Processors (AAMP) launched an internship program last year to provide opportunities for students and recent graduates to gain additional knowledge and experience in the meat industry.

AAMP

How AAMP works for small processors

AAMP membership provides professional support and growth you won't find anywhere else.

December 20, 2019

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The American Association of Meat Processors (AAMP) has grown considerably over the past few years. Enhanced member services, a continued partnership with affiliate organizations, and the tireless work of member volunteers have made this possible.

AAMP

AAMP regulatory updates

Christopher Young

December 19, 2019

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On Oct. 22, AAMP and the Illinois Association of Meat Processors hosted a roundtable discussion in Rockford, Illinois along with three FSIS staff members from Washington, D.C.

Higher Education

American Meat Science Association prepares students for successful careers

Morgan Pfeiffer

December 23, 2019

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AMSA is the premier provider of learning and knowledge for the meat science discipline. Our association delivers innovative learning experiences, opportunities for peer-to-peer collaboration and leadership development programs designed to advance the meat science discipline.

Cordray's Corner

You cannot achieve a goal that you do not have

Dr. Joe Cordray

December 5, 2019

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Why not start 2020 by setting goals in several different areas to help you achieve both profitability and sustainability. Following are some areas in which you may want to consider setting goals.