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 Chief Commercial Officer Dolan Patterson discusses how value-added chicken products expand the brand’s reach, support its farm network and reflect the standards behind its fresh chicken business. Chief Commercial Officer Dolan Patterson discusses how value-added chicken products expand the brand’s reach, support its farm network and reflect the standards behind its fresh chicken business.

]]> Mon, 20 Jul 2026 11:00:09 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120928-farmer-focus-says-fully-cooked-category-entry-shows-mission-driven-chicken-brands-can-scale http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120928 Family-owned seafood companies say the merger leverages growing demand for high-quality seafood products. Family-owned seafood companies say the merger leverages growing demand for high-quality seafood products.

]]> Mon, 20 Jul 2026 10:17:07 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120927-pacific-seafood-and-ocean-beauty-seafoods-merge-distribution-businesses http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120927 The Edgewood Locker owners guide the Iowa business’s growth into a 40,000-square-foot operation while sharing their time, knowledge and leadership with state and national industry organizations. The Edgewood Locker owners guide the Iowa business’s growth into a 40,000-square-foot operation while sharing their time, knowledge and leadership with state and national industry organizations.

]]> Mon, 20 Jul 2026 09:40:39 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120926-aamp-presents-terry-and-jody-kerns-with-achievement-award http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120926 NCBA’s board approves grassroots policy recommendations for a September membership vote as producers establish priorities for the coming year. NCBA’s board approves grassroots policy recommendations for a September membership vote as producers establish priorities for the coming year.

]]> Mon, 20 Jul 2026 08:00:33 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120925-ncba-advances-cattle-industry-policy-priorities-at-summer-meeting http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120925 President and CEO Nate Rempe discusses how the Roadie partnership adds flexible last-mile capacity while supporting speed, product quality and cold-chain visibility. President and CEO Nate Rempe discusses how the Roadie partnership adds flexible last-mile capacity while supporting speed, product quality and cold-chain visibility.

]]> Mon, 20 Jul 2026 07:00:12 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120923-omaha-steaks-president-and-ceo-discusses-same-day-delivery-expansion-with-roadie http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120923 US cattle groups say exempting Brazilian beef from new tariffs disadvantages domestic producers and rewards supply chains tied to illegal deforestation and other harmful practices. US cattle groups say exempting Brazilian beef from new tariffs disadvantages domestic producers and rewards supply chains tied to illegal deforestation and other harmful practices.

]]> Mon, 20 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120924-us-cattle-groups-criticize-tariff-exemption-for-brazilian-beef http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120924 Broiler breeder flock social dynamics may play a much greater role in reproductive success than previously recognized, according to new research funded by the US Poultry & Egg Association and USPOULTRY Foundation. Broiler breeder flock social dynamics may play a much greater role in reproductive success than previously recognized, according to new research funded by the US Poultry & Egg Association and USPOULTRY Foundation.

]]> Fri, 17 Jul 2026 11:40:12 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120922-new-research-provides-insights-to-improve-broiler-breeder-fertility-and-chick-output http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120922 Korean fried chicken chain adds a sweet-and-savory menu item designed to deliver a new combination of texture and flavor for US consumers. Korean fried chicken chain adds a sweet-and-savory menu item designed to deliver a new combination of texture and flavor for US consumers.

]]> Fri, 17 Jul 2026 10:20:12 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120921-bbq-chicken-launches-texture-focused-offering-selected-by-k-pop-star-felix http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120921 Frozen deli-style sandwich brand Raybern’s launches three heat-and-eat sliders: Cheeseburger Smashed Sliders, Birria Sliders and Ham and Swiss Sliders. Frozen deli-style sandwich brand Raybern’s launches three heat-and-eat sliders: Cheeseburger Smashed Sliders, Birria Sliders and Ham and Swiss Sliders.

]]> Fri, 17 Jul 2026 09:20:12 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120920-rayberns-expands-lineup-of-frozen-sandwiches http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120920 Chicken brand Starbird bolsters its leadership team with Chipotle veteran Jonathan Zacks as brand scales nationwide. Chicken brand Starbird bolsters its leadership team with Chipotle veteran Jonathan Zacks as brand scales nationwide.

]]> Fri, 17 Jul 2026 07:00:53 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120919-starbird-names-vp-of-marketing http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120919 American Lamb Board selects two emerging leaders to represent the United States in the Global Sheep Forum's 2026 Young Leader Program in Australia and New Zealand. American Lamb Board selects two emerging leaders to represent the United States in the Global Sheep Forum's 2026 Young Leader Program in Australia and New Zealand.

]]> Fri, 17 Jul 2026 06:00:53 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120918-us-producers-represent-american-lamb-industry-in-global-sheep-forum-young-leader-program http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120918 Longtime Wisconsin Association of Meat Processors leader helps strengthen the association through fiscal stewardship, convention planning and leadership continuity. Longtime Wisconsin Association of Meat Processors leader helps strengthen the association through fiscal stewardship, convention planning and leadership continuity.

]]> Thu, 16 Jul 2026 10:15:53 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120917-wisconsins-kathy-vorpagel-wins-aamps-outstanding-service-award http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120917 Checkers & Rally's expands its meal deal platform with a Loaded Tender Wrap and brings back its Super Loaded Buford. Checkers & Rally's expands its meal deal platform with a Loaded Tender Wrap and brings back its Super Loaded Buford.

]]> Thu, 16 Jul 2026 10:15:52 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120914-checkers-and-rallys-rolls-out-new-meat-and-poultry-packed-handhelds http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120914 Summer 2026 messaging draws on focus-group insights to position ground beef as a starting point for meaningful meals. Summer 2026 messaging draws on focus-group insights to position ground beef as a starting point for meaningful meals.

]]> Thu, 16 Jul 2026 10:00:53 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120915-schweid-and-sons-burger-campaign-spotlights-consumer-connection-and-nostalgia http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120915 Program emphasizes the evolving role of finance as a strategic driver of organizational success while examining market conditions, trade developments and the long-term outlook for animal protein. Program emphasizes the evolving role of finance as a strategic driver of organizational success while examining market conditions, trade developments and the long-term outlook for animal protein.

]]> Thu, 16 Jul 2026 09:05:53 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120913-uspoultry-financial-management-seminar-explores-market-dynamics-and-the-future-of-animal-protein http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120913 Steve Olson succeeds Don McIntyre, who has served as interim executive director since January 2026. Steve Olson succeeds Don McIntyre, who has served as interim executive director since January 2026.

]]> Thu, 16 Jul 2026 07:00:53 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120916-poultry-science-association-names-executive-director http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120916 US Meat Export Federation brings a team of 11 importers from Hong Kong to the US to learn about beef and pork production, meet with suppliers and experience the versatility of US beef and pork at a variety of restaurants. US Meat Export Federation brings a team of 11 importers from Hong Kong to the US to learn about beef and pork production, meet with suppliers and experience the versatility of US beef and pork at a variety of restaurants.

]]> Thu, 16 Jul 2026 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120912-hong-kong-importers-tour-us-beef-and-pork-production http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120912 The 9,506-square-foot meat science lab is being designed with both academic and commercial functionality in mind and will feature several specialty areas. The 9,506-square-foot meat science lab is being designed with both academic and commercial functionality in mind and will feature several specialty areas.

]]> Wed, 15 Jul 2026 11:55:08 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120911-arco-national-construction-breaks-ground-on-new-meat-science-lab-at-lincoln-university http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120911 Field Guide for Beef Cattle Producers is now available through Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service to walk operations through the detection, reporting, collection, submission, treatment and prevention process. Field Guide for Beef Cattle Producers is now available through Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service to walk operations through the detection, reporting, collection, submission, treatment and prevention process.

]]> Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:50:10 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120910-texas-a-and-m-agrilife-extension-offers-new-world-screwworm-field-guide-for-beef-cattle-producers http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120910 Eligible nominees include family-owned poultry growers or egg producers who supply products to a USPOULTRY member or are independent producers that are USPOULTRY members. Eligible nominees include family-owned poultry growers or egg producers who supply products to a USPOULTRY member or are independent producers that are USPOULTRY members.

]]> Wed, 15 Jul 2026 09:10:13 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120908-uspoultry-opens-nominations-for-family-farm-environmental-excellence-award http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120908 Exhibitors show off their latest innovations for meat and poultry processing, packaging and more. Exhibitors show off their latest innovations for meat and poultry processing, packaging and more. 

]]> Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:33:30 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120907-news-and-new-products-from-the-aamp-2026-expo-floor-part-3 http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120907 Barliant Auctions Hunter Swanson (left) and Scoot Swanson of Barliant Auctions, say the company is a full-service general appraisal, auction and asset-recovery firm servicing industrial clients in food processing industries. Con Yeager Spice Co. Tim Gwin, inside sales and logistics coordinator for Con Yeager Spice Co., says the company has added dill pickle-flavored seasoning to its line of flavors for meat products.   Mapre Mapre Foods Vice President Agustin Espinal, Sales Representative Samuel Espinal and Assistant Madison Fette present the company’s casings, including natural and synthetic, and seasonings for both retail and private-label applications. PRIMEdge Mike Wolff (left), sales manager for PRIMEdge, and Bernie Jeckell, cutlery category manager for Bunzl Processor Division/Koch Supplies, at the PRIMEdge booth on the AAMP 2026 expo floor. Wolff says PRIMEdge has entered a partnership with Victorinox knives. Promax Promarksvac Corp.’s Rick Hurd showcases the company’s PRS-450 thermoforming rollstock machine, designed for high‑volume, consistent production of vacuum‑sealed packages. Reiser Reiser Master Butcher and Meat Specialist Stefan Neumann returns to the AAMP show floor to demonstrate cutting, mixing, portioning and linking with the company’s Seydelmann K60 MC Ultra Cutter and Vemag HP1L. Interns gain hands-on experience by supporting the organization's public policy, membership experience, accounting and sustainability efforts. Interns gain hands-on experience by supporting the organization's public policy, membership experience, accounting and sustainability efforts.

]]> Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:00:13 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120909-meat-institute-welcomes-2026-summer-interns http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120909 USMEF works to penetrate nationwide, ready-to-eat food suppliers in Japan with US beef and pork as inflation rises and consumer demand for convenience grows. USMEF works to penetrate nationwide, ready-to-eat food suppliers in Japan with US beef and pork as inflation rises and consumer demand for convenience grows.

]]> Wed, 15 Jul 2026 06:00:02 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120904-japans-third-largest-bento-box-company-switches-to-us-beef-and-pork http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120904 At AAMP’s 2026 convention, exhibitors and presenters focus on helping small processors extract more value from the labor, space and raw materials they already have. At AAMP’s 2026 convention, exhibitors and presenters focus on helping small processors extract more value from the labor, space and raw materials they already have.

]]> Tue, 14 Jul 2026 14:30:02 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120905-aamp-exhibitors-focus-on-labor-plant-efficiency-and-added-value http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120905 The post-match meal caps six weeks of Norwegian ingredients served to the team, including nearly 500 kilograms of seafood during the tournament. The post-match meal caps six weeks of Norwegian ingredients served to the team, including nearly 500 kilograms of seafood during the tournament.

]]> Tue, 14 Jul 2026 12:25:02 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120906-norwegian-seafood-takes-center-stage-for-norway-team-after-world-cup-run http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120906 Wide range of equipment offers small processers options to improve their operational efficiency. Wide range of equipment offers small processers options to improve their operational efficiency.

]]> Tue, 14 Jul 2026 11:43:27 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120898-news-and-new-products-from-the-aamp-2026-expo-floor-part-2 http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120898 ScottPec Rich Hayes, sales representative for ScottPec, showcases the ScottPec Smokehouse Mini S, part of the company's lineup of commercial smokehouses. The design emphasizes precision in smoking and cooking, allowing operators to control smoke intensity, airflow, temperature and humidity in a compact footprint. Ultrasource UltraSource’s Landon Mouse highlights the company’s Mauting UKM Compact Smokehouse, which allows automatic adjustment of the entire heat treatment process. Weber Weber debuts the weSLICE 2500, a compact involute blade slicer with a cutting height of up to 180 millimeters. The weSLICE 2500 is part of a new slicing platform by Weber, including the weSLICE 2000 and 2500, for small to mid-size processors. Jarvis Products Jarvis Products Sales Director Eric Schwanke says the company's TurboTrim ring knife features a lightweight ergonomic design and has 20% fewer parts than typical ring knives.  Grasselli SSI Kevin Siatkowski, business development manager for Grasselli SSI, says the Grasselli NSL 600 vertical slicer is ideal for slicing fresh or cooked meat products, including meat snacks, steaks, ham and pork belly.  Quality Casings Quality Casing Co. Inc. Vice President of Sales and Marketing Alicia Novachich says the supplier plans to launch an online ordering platform for its customers in September 2026. Jeff Amoscato joins Perdue Specialty Meats' Niman Ranch to lead strategy, operations and growth. Jeff Amoscato joins Perdue Specialty Meats' Niman Ranch to lead strategy, operations and growth.

]]> Tue, 14 Jul 2026 11:25:02 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120903-niman-ranch-names-vice-president-general-manager http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120903 AAMP says Excalibur is active each year in supporting not only AAMP but also its state affiliates, always willing to help with seminars and other activities to support the organization and its members. AAMP says Excalibur is active each year in supporting not only AAMP but also its state affiliates, always willing to help with seminars and other activities to support the organization and its members.

]]> Tue, 14 Jul 2026 10:25:02 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120902-aamp-presents-excalibur-seasoning-with-fw-witt-supplier-of-the-year-award http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120902 KFC says the return of Popcorn Chicken is a nod to nostalgia and part of the brand's modernization. KFC says the return of Popcorn Chicken is a nod to nostalgia and part of the brand's modernization.

]]> Tue, 14 Jul 2026 09:25:31 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120901-kfc-brings-back-popcorn-chicken http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120901 USMEF branding initiative celebrates Colombian culinary traditions while highlighting how high-quality US red meat can enhance local dishes. USMEF branding initiative celebrates Colombian culinary traditions while highlighting how high-quality US red meat can enhance local dishes. 

]]> Tue, 14 Jul 2026 07:00:31 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120900-documentary-series-integrates-us-pork-and-beef-into-colombian-culinary-traditions http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120900