Independent Processor

Independent Processor June 2019 Cover

June 2019

Check out the June 2019 issue of Independent Processor, featuring our cover story on Ralph's Packing, the growing importance of the role of the butcher, and much more.

Cover Story

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The Ralph's Packing Family

Ralph's Packing demonstrates the strength of family ties

The next generations are hard at work to continue the success Ralph's Packing has enjoyed for 60 years.
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Sam Gazdziak
June 6, 2019
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Under owner-operator Gary Crane and his wife Tess' guidance, Ralph's Packing has evolved from a slaughter and meat-cutting operation to one of the country's most awarded small meat processors. With daughter Erica Hering and son-in-law Jason guiding the business forward and their teenaged sons already learning the ropes, Ralph's is well-positioned to grow its business further than ever.
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Feature Articles

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Cajun Fully-Cooked Roast Beef

Bringing real Cajun to the deli

Chisesi Bros. partners with a renowned spice company for a true Louisiana experience.
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Sam Gazdziak
June 10, 2019
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Chisesi Brothers, a five-generation New Orleans processor of deli meat and sausage, recently partnered with Tony Chachere's, a producer of Cajun seasonings, marinades and other authentic products.
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AAMP Section

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Columns

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Cordray's Column
Cordray's Corner

Achieving Personal Work-Life Balance

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Dr. Joe Cordray
June 5, 2019
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Owners and managers of small meat plants need to be concerned with two types of work-life balance; personal work-life balance and organizational work-life balance. This article addresses personal work-life balance as it relates to the small meat plant owner or manager.
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Departments

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Oklahoma State University Meat Science Program
Higher Education

Oklahoma State University

June 12, 2019
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Oklahoma State University Meat Science Program is recognized for outstanding undergraduate instruction, applied and basic meat color and packaging research, along with an excellent meat judging program.
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