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The all-American burger continues to evolve to meet consumer demands.

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2021 Burger Report

2021 Burger Report: A powerful push for plant based patties

Plant-based burger sales are booming, but will take flavor variety and lower prices to compete with beef.

Richard Mitchell

March 11, 2021

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Plant-based burgers are enjoying a major growth spurt.

2021 Burger Report | Cover Story

2021 Burger Report: A sizzling sector

Demand for America’s favorite sandwich is on the upswing, but consumers are branching out from the traditional beef patties and grinds with newer proteins and flavors.

Richard Mitchell

March 11, 2021

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It’s a burger boom time. While beef burgers have long been a family favorite and a key comfort food, the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and subsequent rise in home-prepped meals is elevating interest and sales patties and grinds.

2021 Burger Report

2021 Burger Report: How to keep burgers a Foodservice Favorite

Burgers are hot sellers in restaurants, but operators must go beyond tried-and-true recipes if they are to maximize category activity.

Richard Mitchell

March 11, 2021

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The numbers tell the story: Burgers are a bonanza for foodservice operators.

Progressive Beef and Wendy’s advance partnership to verify and improve animal care, food safety and sustainability in fresh beef supply

Industry News

January 15, 2021

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Wendy’s announces 15% increase in percentage of beef sourced through Progressive Beef-certified producers in 2020; on track to meet goal of at least 50% this year.

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Alternative proteins: ripe for the picking

Revenue opportunities abound for traditional meat and poultry processors in the plant-based sector, but operators must first master the category’s unique dynamics.

November 8, 2020

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It’s a juicy time to be in the U.S. plant-based meat market.

New premium beef brand, Wholesome Meats, takes on the “fake meat” industry with real beef that’s better for you and the planet

Industry News

September 18, 2020

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Texas-based regenerative agriculture company launches premium beef on National Cheeseburger Day.

Celebrate National Cheeseburger Day on September 18 with Meat District butcher-crafted, premium burgers

Industry News

September 17, 2020

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Meat District offers 11 varieties of premium burgers.

FAT Brands announces planned acquisition of Johnny Rockets

Industry News

August 21, 2020

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Global franchisor to beef up burger portfolio with worldwide all-American restaurant chain.

JBS USA donates $10,000 to The Nashville Food Project as Burger and Beats Contest comes to a close

Industry News

August 12, 2020

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Whitney Reist announced winner with grilled peaches and balsamic flat iron steak burger.

Burger King announces cows menu: an open source recipe for cows’ diet that reduces methane emissions

Industry News

July 17, 2020

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Whopper sandwiches with reduced methane emissions beef to be sold at select restaurants while supplies last.

April 2021

Check out the April 2021 edition of The National Processor, featuring Bell & Evans' initiative to ensure growth in organic chicken, portion control trends, spare parts know-how, slicing, sanitation and much more!

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Independent Processor

April 2021

Check out the April 2021 edition of Independent Processor, featuring meat science education at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, ever changing regulations for small processors, moving beyond traditional peppers and spices, butcher tools and how to safely use them and much more!

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