Meat / Protein: Page 78
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Can plant and algae-based proteins really dethrone meat?
41% of registered dietitians say that plant-based proteins are on the rise and consumers are eating less red and processed meat.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 13, 2017 -
How can retailers beef up meat sales?
With more consumers interested in plant-based proteins and vegetarian lifestyles, retailers face challenges in getting traditional products into shopping carts.
By Doug Harris • Feb. 10, 2017 -
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The food and beverage industry is changing rapidly and the actions companies take this year are likely to play a major role in defining their future.
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Food producers ask Trump to encourage Asia-Pacific trade
Many of these groups supported the Trans-Pacific Partnership and hope the president can craft a trade agreement that can help increase exports to the Asia-Pacific region.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 10, 2017 -
Renowned fish market becomes the latest supplier to bypass retail
New York’s Fulton Fish Market claims supermarkets supply imported seafood that is of inferior quality — but how will the casual consumer find out about the marketplace?
By Jeff Wells • Feb. 10, 2017 -
Meat prices are falling, but millennials won't bite
A new study from Nielsen says consumers are spending less on meat and poultry products than they have in recent years.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 8, 2017 -
Deep Dive
What's fair? How food prices are set — and taken advantage of
After poultry price-fixing claims led to lawsuits and a new index, more attention is being paid to how commodity costs are decided.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 8, 2017 -
Tyson reports record earnings
With the USDA forecasting domestic protein production growth of somewhere between 2% and 3% this year, Tyson's numbers should stay strong.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 6, 2017 -
More poultry price-fixing accusations: This time, farmer pay
In a class-action lawsuit, growers accuse major U.S. poultry — referred to as "the Cartel" — of working together to keep their pay down.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 6, 2017 -
Food deflation continues to weigh on retail
When prices bounce back, retailers need to strategize ways to reacquaint shoppers with normal costs.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 3, 2017 -
Super Bowl LI winners: Beer, wings and salads, Nielsen says
Like the commercials, the food is just as important — if not moreso — than the teams that play and the ultimate victor.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 3, 2017 -
Bulk up: The protein trend isn't going anywhere
Today’s consumers look for fresh, natural and minimally processed foods — as well as those with ingredients that help fight disease and promote good health.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 2, 2017 -
How new preservatives can make meat safer
The chemical composition of meat is rich in proteins, lipids and water, making it favorable for microorganism growth.
By Keith Loria • Feb. 2, 2017 -
USDA
Decision on rules boosting livestock farmers' rights could reveal Trump's agriculture policy
New regulations issued under Obama that let farmers sue for unfair business practices are embraced by small practitioners and opposed by large producers.
By Megan Poinski • Feb. 1, 2017 -
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How will a video of pork abuse impact Hormel?
Hormel and pork producers The Maschhoffs launched an investigation after the group Mercy for Animals released undercover video of pigs being castrated without pain killers.
By Doug Harris • Feb. 1, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Fresh opportunities for growth: How grocery stores can leverage the perimeter
Departments like produce, meats, dairy and prepared foods are driving sales growth at U.S. grocery stores — and the trend shows no sign of slowing down.
By Megan Poinski • Feb. 1, 2017 -
USDA
Will concern for what pigs eat impact sales?
A study from Cargill said about a third of millennials are concerned about the animals' diets, and 42% feel what they get now isn't particularly healthy.
By Doug Harris • Jan. 31, 2017 -
Should meat producers have a cow over falling beef profits?
According to Bloomberg, meat producers are seeing profit losses of $82.85 on each head of cattle they slaughter.
By Emma Liem Beckett • Jan. 27, 2017 -
Study: Consumers go nuts for plant-based fats
USDA research shows average calorie intake is declining as millennials have started to identify and consume sources of better-for-you fats.
By Doug Harris • Jan. 26, 2017 -
New meat app seeks to cure shopper confusion
MyMeatUp aims to help millennials make better-informed decisions about the variety and cuts of meat they purchase.
By Keith Loria • Jan. 25, 2017 -
Deep Dive
Moo-ve over milk: Dairy alternatives are becoming more prevalent
Many consumers say vegan alternatives to beverages, cheese and desserts taste just as good, are better for them, and benefit the environment.
By Keith Loria • Jan. 23, 2017 -
Why Roquette is betting big on pea protein
The company is investing more than $303 million to build a manufacturing site in Canada.
By Keith Loria • Jan. 20, 2017 -
Through VC arm, General Mills bets veggie chips startup can't be beet
While the company's own sales have fallen over the last year, it hopes to revive growth through investments in promising food startups.
By Megan Poinski • Jan. 18, 2017 -
Will Trump and Congress overturn USDA's new organic livestock rules?
The new higher standards, which are among the Obama administration's last regulations, are wildly unpopular with pork producers.
By Megan Poinski • Jan. 18, 2017 -
Is flaxseed-based yogurt the next almond milk?
Good Karma is launching an entire line of dairy-free yogurts made with flax and pea protein. Will other companies follow suit?
By Keith Loria • Jan. 12, 2017 -
USDA
Industry group says slow-growing poultry is too costly
Animal advocates are agitating for slower growing chicken breeds, but this switch could mean big costs for the industry.
By Keith Loria • Jan. 12, 2017
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