Information related to the American Association of Meat Processors (AAMP), North America’s largest meat trade organization, which provides service, regulatory representation, networking opportunities, and education. https://www.provisioneronline.com/rss/9935 en-us Board for Western Heritage Meat Co. appoints Beth Hebert as chief executive officer and Brian McGuire as chief operations officer. Board for Western Heritage Meat Co. appoints Beth Hebert as chief executive officer and Brian McGuire as chief operations officer.

]]> http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120870 Tue, 07 Jul 2026 09:54:13 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120870-western-heritage-meat-co-founder-steps-back-from-day-to-day-operations Project in Washington, Mo., includes the design and construction of a 63,500-square-foot freezer, cooler and dock addition designed to support Frick’s continued operational growth and distribution capabilities. Project in Washington, Mo., includes the design and construction of a 63,500-square-foot freezer, cooler and dock addition designed to support Frick’s continued operational growth and distribution capabilities.

]]> http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120863 Mon, 06 Jul 2026 08:45:04 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120863-esi-group-begins-expansion-project-for-fricks-quality-meats Indiana loan funds support processing expansion, equipment upgrades, infrastructure improvements and other operational needs to enhance processing capacity and efficiency. Indiana loan funds support processing expansion, equipment upgrades, infrastructure improvements and other operational needs to enhance processing capacity and efficiency.

]]> http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120804 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 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. 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. 

]]> http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120793 Fri, 19 Jun 2026 09:00:50 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120793-eighteen-wisconsin-meat-processors-receive-grants-through-state-program PRSK-420M-240 aims to enhance visual appeal of packaged products, including meat, dairy, seafood and ready-to-eat items. PRSK-420M-240 aims to enhance visual appeal of packaged products, including meat, dairy, seafood and ready-to-eat items.

]]> http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120750 Wed, 10 Jun 2026 13:20:04 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120750-promarksvac-introduces-prsk-420m-240-thermoforming-skin-pack-rollstock-machine Reepack’s ReeMaster 700 NextGen Automatic Tray Sealer makes its US debut at the 87th American Association of Meat Processors & Suppliers’ Exhibition. Reepack’s ReeMaster 700 NextGen Automatic Tray Sealer makes its US debut at the 87th American Association of Meat Processors & Suppliers’ Exhibition.

]]> http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120630 Mon, 18 May 2026 15:55:31 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120630-ossid-introduces-reepack-automatic-tray-sealer-for-high-output-production-to-the-us-market Oklahoma-based Three Rivers Meat Co. expands its line of processed meats and value-added products, converting a portion of its butchering space for processed meats. Oklahoma-based Three Rivers Meat Co. expands its line of processed meats and value-added products, converting a portion of its butchering space for processed meats.

]]> http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120367 Tue, 24 Mar 2026 12:50:01 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120367-three-rivers-meat-strengthens-focus-on-smoked-meat-products Student Membership allows college students to join AAMP for $20 for a 1-year membership. Student Membership allows college students to join AAMP for $20 for a 1-year membership.

]]> http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120094 Fri, 30 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -0500 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/120094-american-association-of-meat-processors-offers-new-student-membership Live webinar explores the benefits of dual-energy technology for advanced bone detection in meat and poultry products. Live webinar explores the benefits of dual-energy technology for advanced bone detection in meat and poultry products.

]]> http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/119652 Thu, 30 Oct 2025 11:20:52 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/119652-mettler-toledo-to-host-webinar-on-x-ray-inspection The American Association of Meat Processors unpacks the USDA's plan to fortify the American beef industry and how it will impact small processors. The American Association of Meat Processors unpacks the USDA's plan to fortify the American beef industry and how it will impact small processors.

]]> http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/119630 Fri, 24 Oct 2025 12:00:29 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/119630-aamp-explains-usdas-beef-industry-plan-and-what-it-means-for-small-processors Klasko Immigration Law presents a follow-up webinar for its worksite compliance session at AAMP’s 2025 annual convention. Klasko Immigration Law presents a follow-up webinar for its worksite compliance session at AAMP’s 2025 annual convention.

]]> http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/119309 Wed, 20 Aug 2025 10:00:23 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/119309-aamp-and-immigration-lawyers-host-webinar-on-employment-eligibility-in-meat-processing Louie’s Finer Meats receives the Cured Meats Excellence Award, the Clarence Knebel Memorial Best of Show Award for the best overall product in the ACMC, and more. Louie’s Finer Meats receives the Cured Meats Excellence Award, the Clarence Knebel Memorial Best of Show Award for the best overall product in the ACMC, and more.

]]> http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/119271 Wed, 13 Aug 2025 13:00:05 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/119271-louies-finer-meats-wins-top-awards-at-american-cured-meat-championships wilkinsonf@bnpmedia.com (Fred Wilkinson) Simple steps include making sure to back up data and employing two-factor identification for network access. Simple steps include making sure to back up data and employing two-factor identification for network access.

]]> http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/119237 Tue, 05 Aug 2025 13:48:26 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/119237-small-processors-urged-to-beef-up-cybersecurity Rick and Anne Reams of Wisconsin-based RJ’s Meats receive the AAMP Achievement Award. Rick and Anne Reams of Wisconsin-based RJ’s Meats receive the AAMP Achievement Award.

]]> http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/119224 Fri, 01 Aug 2025 14:00:00 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/119224-aamp-honors-leadership-from-rjs-meats-and-zimmerman-meats wilkinsonf@bnpmedia.com (Fred Wilkinson) Brining, smoking, and packaging strategies for fish offer new product opportunities for small processors. Brining, smoking, and packaging strategies for fish offer new product opportunities for small processors.

]]> http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/119218 Thu, 31 Jul 2025 16:00:00 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/119218-approaches-and-considerations-for-producing-and-marketing-smoked-fish AAMP elects Shane Flowers of Project Meats & Ranch House Sausage Co. as association president. AAMP elects Shane Flowers of Project Meats & Ranch House Sausage Co. as association president.

]]> http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/119206 Thu, 31 Jul 2025 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/119206-aamp-names-officers-for-2025-2026 Conn.-based The Country Butcher wins in the 2025 Experimental Fresh Class category: Fresh Gourmet/Flavored Patty. Conn.-based The Country Butcher wins in the 2025 Experimental Fresh Class category: Fresh Gourmet/Flavored Patty.

]]> http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/119205 Wed, 30 Jul 2025 13:00:21 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/119205-aamp-announces-2025-american-cured-meat-championships-winners Show floor demos provide real-world interaction with technical innovations. Show floor demos provide real-world interaction with technical innovations.

]]> http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/119203 Wed, 30 Jul 2025 10:30:54 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/119203-news-and-new-products-from-aamp-2025-part-2 Promarksvac.jpg Promarks Corp. Director of PRS Darren Chu showcases the company’s automatic rollstock machine and thermoforming packaging, equipped with Busch Vacuum Pumps and designed to handle diverse and elaborate packaging needs for meat producers. Photo credit: Sammy Bredar Reiser demo.jpg Meat specialist Stefan Neumann hosts a show-floor demo to highlight what Reiser calls the 'Perfect Duo' — the Seydelmann K60 MC Ultra Cutter and Vemag HP1L. Neumann explains how to utilize this Reiser duo to cut, mix, portion and link a range of products including burgers, bricks, chubs, pulled pork and more. Photo credit: Sammy Bredar Weber.jpg Weber highlights its weSLICE 1000 flexible slicer on the AAMP 2025 show floor. This slicer is designed for small batches and targeted particularly toward producers in the craft sector. The system is available in a movable version. Photo credit: Sammy Bredar Walton's.jpg Walton's Regional Sales Manager Troy Bruna presents the SA700 Semi Automatic Clipper for small and medium-sized sausage processors. This clipper works with natural, cellulose and collagen casings up to 115 millimeters. Photo credit: Sammy Bredar Concasse USA.png Victor Valdespino shows off one of first-time AAMP expo exhibitor Concasse USA's bone saws for small processing operations. Photo credit: Fred Wilkinson Grazr.jpg Grazr agriculture management software can help processors manage and track their interactions with customers and clients, says Grazr co-founder Anthony Laney. Photo credit: Fred Wilkinson Owner of Missouri-based Country Meat Shop receives honors for his strong performances in AAMP’s American Cured Meat Championships, as well as state and international competitions. Owner of Missouri-based Country Meat Shop receives honors for his strong performances in AAMP’s American Cured Meat Championships, as well as state and international competitions.

]]> http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/119202 Wed, 30 Jul 2025 08:00:55 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/119202-cured-meats-hall-of-fame-inducts-mark-reynolds Attendees view innovations at the 86th American Convention of Meat Processors & Suppliers' Exhibition. Attendees view innovations at the 86th American Convention of Meat Processors & Suppliers' Exhibition.

]]> http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/119196 Tue, 29 Jul 2025 12:24:39 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/119196-news-and-new-products-from-aamp-2025-part-1 Demo3.jpg Chris Kurzweil, owner of Kurzweil’s Meats (left), and Mike Sloan, owner of Hermann Wurst Haus, host a charcuterie demo for AAMP attendees. Here, Kurzweil and Sloan work together to craft a summer sausage. Photo credit: Samy Bredar Pack3000.jpg Regional Sales Managers Chris Tsakonas (left) and Elliott Conner showcase the Micron 460 Thermoforming Machine designed for very small spaces. Photo credit: Sammy Bredar Grazing table.jpg AAMP 2025 featured a demo on charcuterie board-making. Attendees wrap up the session by working their way through the charcuterie grazing table. Photo credit: Sammy Bredar Jarvis Products Corp..jpg Jean Hanson shows off some of the processing equipment Jarvis Products had on display at the AAMP 2025 expo. Photo credit: Fred Wilkinson Harpak ULMA.jpg John Connor, regional sales manager-Midwest at Harpak-ULMA Packaging, LLC, says AAMP's 2025 expo marked the first time the company exhibited at the event. Photo credit: Fred Wilkinson  Scott Automation.jpg Tim Mikolajewski (left), national sales manager at Scott Automation, and Chuck Pinnick of Scott Automation say BladeStop optical technology incoporated into saws enhances worker safety by offering the fastest stopping time to prevent injuries. Photo credit: Fred Wilkinson bredars@bnpmedia.com (Sammy Bredar) Klasko Immigration Law Partners Timothy D'Arduini and Nicholas Lowrey offer insights on I-9 compliance and how to best ensure employment eligibility and proper compliance. Klasko Immigration Law Partners Timothy D'Arduini and Nicholas Lowrey offer insights on I-9 compliance and how to best ensure employment eligibility and proper compliance.

]]> http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/119181 Fri, 25 Jul 2025 11:45:28 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/119181-aamp-convention-features-insights-on-immigration-compliance Webinar features Jim Dickson, professor emeritus at Iowa State University, as well as experts from the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service. Webinar features Jim Dickson, professor emeritus at Iowa State University, as well as experts from the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service.

]]> http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/119173 Wed, 23 Jul 2025 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/119173-aamp-hosts-cooking-and-cooling-deviations-webinar-part-two Association now represents the interests of meat and poultry processors in the states of Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Utah. Association now represents the interests of meat and poultry processors in the states of Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Utah.

]]> http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/119171 Tue, 22 Jul 2025 15:00:00 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/119171-northwest-meat-processors-association-welcomes-utah-processors PS Seasoning and Pro Smoker showcase their latest lineup of B2B solutions at the 2025 American Association of Meat Processors Convention in Kansas City, July 24–26, 2025. PS Seasoning and Pro Smoker showcase their latest lineup of B2B solutions at the 2025 American Association of Meat Processors Convention in Kansas City, July 24–26, 2025.

]]> http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/119172 Tue, 22 Jul 2025 14:00:00 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/119172-aamp-convention-features-ps-seasoning-pro-smoker-solutions-for-commercial-meat-processors Tonon USA partners with Kühl Haus Ranch Coolers to offer meat handling and refrigerated storage solutions tailored for agricultural, commercial and industrial markets. Tonon USA partners with Kühl Haus Ranch Coolers to offer meat handling and refrigerated storage solutions tailored for agricultural, commercial and industrial markets.

]]> http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/119048 Fri, 27 Jun 2025 14:00:00 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/119048-tonon-usa-partnership-delivers-tailored-solutions-for-meat-handling-refrigerated-storage Ossid showcases solutions for small to mid-size meat processors at the 86th American Association of Meat Processors & Suppliers’ Exhibition. Ossid showcases solutions for small to mid-size meat processors at the 86th American Association of Meat Processors & Suppliers’ Exhibition.

]]> http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/119005 Fri, 20 Jun 2025 09:55:15 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/119005-ossid-spotlights-red-meat-packaging-solutions-at-aamp-convention One-week tour in Japan explores Wagyu beef production. One-week tour in Japan explores Wagyu beef production.

]]> http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/119000 Thu, 19 Jun 2025 11:00:11 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/119000-jetro-to-host-wagyu-beef-tour-in-japan Six industry veterans receive recognition for their significant contributions to the meat industry. Six industry veterans receive recognition for their significant contributions to the meat industry.

]]> http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/118937 Mon, 09 Jun 2025 06:00:00 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/118937-congratulations-meat-industry-hall-of-fame-class-of-2024 bredars@bnpmedia.com (Sammy Bredar) American Association of Meat Processors hosts the 86th edition of its American Convention of Meat Processors and Suppliers’ Exhibition, July 24-26, in Kansas City, Mo. American Association of Meat Processors hosts the 86th edition of its American Convention of Meat Processors and Suppliers’ Exhibition, July 24-26, in Kansas City, Mo.

]]> http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/118903 Fri, 30 May 2025 15:00:39 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/118903-aamp-convention-2025-american-cured-meat-championships-introduces-fresh-category Wisconsin Safety Council announces winners of the 31st annual Workplace Safety Awards. Wisconsin Safety Council announces winners of the 31st annual Workplace Safety Awards.

]]> http://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/118750 Mon, 05 May 2025 11:00:58 -0400 https://www.provisioneronline.com/articles/118750-pro-smoker-wins-workplace-safety-award-in-manufacturing-category