The National Provisioner The National Provisioner reports the news, trends, innovations and technical insights driving the meat, poultry, pork and seafood processing industries. https://www.provisioneronline.com/rss/articles Wendy's appoints Steve Cirulis as CFO and chief strategy officer Wendy’s says the appointed chief financial officer and chief strategy officer will play a critical role in the turnaround of Wendy's.

]]> Tue, 23 Jun 2026 11:15:58 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120807-wendys-appoints-steve-cirulis-as-cfo-and-chief-strategy-officer http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120807 Baldor Specialty Foods expands into North Carolina Foodservice operators in the Triangle, Triad and Charlotte metro areas gain access to Baldor's selection of more than 6,000 products, including proteins.

]]> Tue, 23 Jun 2026 10:53:21 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120805-baldor-specialty-foods-expands-into-north-carolina http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120805 Indiana meat association receives one-year extension for USDA-funded loan program Indiana loan funds support processing expansion, equipment upgrades, infrastructure improvements and other operational needs to enhance processing capacity and efficiency.

]]> Tue, 23 Jun 2026 08:15:58 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120804-indiana-meat-association-receives-one-year-extension-for-usda-funded-loan-program http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120804 Church's Texas Chicken brings back Smokehouse Chicken with lemon pepper dry rub Consumers request the return of Church's Texas Chicken's seasonal Smokehouse Chicken offering.

]]> Tue, 23 Jun 2026 06:00:26 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120801-churchs-texas-chicken-brings-back-smokehouse-chicken-with-lemon-pepper-dry-rub http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120801 Record fed cattle weights help offset slaughter shortfall, but high prices to persist Against this backdrop of deep packer losses, the industry has seen significant capacity reductions.

]]> Tue, 23 Jun 2026 05:54:40 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120803-record-fed-cattle-weights-help-offset-slaughter-shortfall-but-high-prices-to-persist http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120803 Chicken gains as consumers feel financial strain Processed meat prices also rose, but at a considerably slower rate of 1.7%.

]]> Mon, 22 Jun 2026 22:41:57 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120802-chicken-gains-as-consumers-feel-financial-strain http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120802 Survey finds 49% of consumers closely monitoring beef prices June 2026 survey of consumers in both the US and UK finds 39% have reduced beef purchases.

]]> Mon, 22 Jun 2026 11:55:26 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120799-survey-finds-49-of-consumers-closely-monitoring-beef-prices http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120799 Hardee's debuts hot honey platform with new chicken offerings Hardee's responds to the popularity of sweet and spicy flavors with a limited-time chicken lineup.

]]> Mon, 22 Jun 2026 10:05:36 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120796-hardees-debuts-hot-honey-platform-with-new-chicken-offerings http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120796 Tyson Foods expands Chicken Cups lineup Three new flavors, Garlic & Herb, BBQ and Harissa, join the Tyson Chicken Cups lineup.

]]> Mon, 22 Jun 2026 08:55:26 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120797-tyson-foods-expands-chicken-cups-lineup http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120797 Mobile app streamlines producer access to Remote Grading Program for Beef USDA launches mobile app to offer cattle producers and processors easier, secure access to official grading services.

]]> Mon, 22 Jun 2026 07:05:26 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120800-mobile-app-streamlines-producer-access-to-remote-grading-program-for-beef http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120800 Meat Institute hosts webinar on EPR laws for meat and poultry processors Webinar offers practical guidance on Extended Producer Responsibility laws for meat and poultry processors.

]]> Mon, 22 Jun 2026 07:00:26 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120798-meat-institute-hosts-webinar-on-epr-laws-for-meat-and-poultry-processors http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120798 Michigan Girls Who Grill event educates influencers on beef, grilling and culinary skills Michigan Beef Industry Commission hosts female social media and community influencers from across the state to its inaugural Girls Who Grill event.

]]> Mon, 22 Jun 2026 06:00:36 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120795-michigan-girls-who-grill-event-educates-influencers-on-beef-grilling-and-culinary-skills http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120795 Foodservice training programs in the ASEAN showcase US beef, pork and lamb US Meat Export Federation introduces US beef, pork and lamb directly to potential foodservice customers in the ASEAN region under a customizable training program developed with importers and distributors.

]]> Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:55:50 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120792-foodservice-training-programs-in-the-asean-showcase-us-beef-pork-and-lamb http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120792 Beef-on-dairy production grows as dairy replacement inventories tighten CoBank report finds dairy producers are expanding beef-on-dairy production, creating more calves destined for the beef supply while reducing dairy replacement heifer inventories.

]]> Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:10:32 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120789-beef-on-dairy-production-grows-as-dairy-replacement-inventories-tighten http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120789 Vertical Cold Storage acquires refrigerated facility from Dothan Warehouse Refrigerated warehouse acquisition expands Vertical Cold Storage's presence in Dothan, Ala., and complements a nearby freezer facility serving local poultry producers.

]]> Fri, 19 Jun 2026 11:05:50 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120794-vertical-cold-storage-acquires-refrigerated-facility-from-dothan-warehouse http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120794 Eighteen Wisconsin meat processors receive grants through state program Grants aim to help local meat processors modernize and grow their businesses, produce new products or expand their markets, while improving profitability and sustaining the long-term viability of Wisconsin’s meat processing facilities. 

]]> Fri, 19 Jun 2026 09:00:50 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120793-eighteen-wisconsin-meat-processors-receive-grants-through-state-program http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120793 FSIS issues recall for frozen meatloaf due to misbranding, undeclared allergen Power Plate Meals LLC recalls approximately 5,795 pounds of frozen meatloaf with garlic mashed potatoes products.

]]> Fri, 19 Jun 2026 08:10:32 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120791-fsis-issues-recall-for-frozen-meatloaf-due-to-misbranding-undeclared-allergen http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120791 Pilgrim’s invests $75M to expand, modernize Georgia poultry facility Investment increases harvesting and portioning capacity in Ellijay, Ga., and enables the facility to produce a broader mix of higher-value, boneless chicken products.

]]> Fri, 19 Jun 2026 07:10:32 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120790-pilgrims-invests-75m-to-expand-modernize-georgia-poultry-facility http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120790 What does ‘value’ mean to today’s beef consumer? Despite elevated prices, the beef category sees strong growth as consumers prioritize protein, perceived value, and convenience.

]]> Fri, 19 Jun 2026 00:00:00 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120787-what-does-value-mean-to-todays-beef-consumer http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120787 Processors large and small embrace co-packing opportunities Co‑branded products enable retailers to offer differentiated value, reinforce quality perception and keep the protein category engaging in a highly competitive perimeter environment.

]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2026 15:00:00 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120786-processors-large-and-small-embrace-co-packing-opportunities http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120786 Understanding the full scope of shelf life in meat and poultry By pairing natural antioxidant solutions with naturally derived preservation solutions, processors can address shelf life from multiple angles. 

]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2026 10:16:08 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120785-understanding-the-full-scope-of-shelf-life-in-meat-and-poultry http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120785 Got Beef promo introduces AI-generated brand spokesperson Got Beef markets four varieties of grass-fed brisket jerky.

]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2026 09:56:33 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120784-got-beef-promo-introduces-ai-generated-brand-spokesperson http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120784 Ribbonwire Ranch introduces 100% USDA Certified Organic Beef Stick Rollout includes placements at Wegmans, Gelson's and Central Market.

]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2026 09:31:30 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120783-ribbonwire-ranch-introduces-100-usda-certified-organic-beef-stick http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120783 Americold opens integrated cold chain facility at Port Saint John

Facility integrates maritime and rail access to streamline the global movement of temperature-controlled products.


]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2026 09:00:34 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120782-americold-opens-integrated-cold-chain-facility-at-port-saint-john http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120782 Eriez-USA names general manager The role includes responsibility for leading Eriez’s US-based business, including overall performance, commercial and financial execution, manufacturing and supply chain management.

]]> Thu, 18 Jun 2026 08:39:59 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120781-eriez-usa-names-general-manager http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120781 Evergood Sausage’s next chapter builds on 100 years of consistency San Francisco processor reflects on hardwood smoking, traditional production methods and maintaining product identity across generations.

]]> Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:00:00 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120780-evergood-sausages-next-chapter-builds-on-100-years-of-consistency http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120780 87th annual AAMP Convention offers attendees new products and the opportunity for new connections American Cured Meat Championships are always a highlight for AAMP Convention, and this year's competition includes a fresh class featuring fresh bratwurst products.

]]> Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:38:44 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120779-87th-annual-aamp-convention-offers-attendees-new-products-and-the-opportunity-for-new-connections http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120779 Episode 231: Better For Butchery CEO talks facility acquisition and strategic vision for a local meat economy Better For Butchery shifts from a DTC‑focused meat business into a platform‑scale processing, co‑packing, cold‑storage and fulfillment hub.

]]> Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:29:21 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120778-episode-231-better-for-butchery-ceo-talks-facility-acquisition-and-strategic-vision-for-a-local-meat-economy http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120778 NPB's Jose de Jesus discusses the Explora Todo El Gusto Del Pork campaign In this interview, learn how pork products are positioned to meet the needs of today’s Hispanic consumers.

]]> Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:43:39 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120777-npbs-jose-de-jesus-discusses-the-explora-todo-el-gusto-del-pork-campaign http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120777 Zaxbys names chief development officer Holland will lead Zaxbys' growth strategy as the brand continues to cement its position in the quick-service chicken category.

]]> Wed, 17 Jun 2026 11:42:18 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120776-zaxbys-names-chief-development-officer http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120776