Articles Tagged with ''meat trends''

U.S. red meat exports posted solid results in July, with volumes for both U.S. beef and pork trending higher than a year ago, according to statistics released by USDA and compiled by the U.S. Meat Export Federation.

Pre-cut, packaged or seasoned products have been some of the biggest and most consistent sources of growth in the produce department over the past few years, according to a study produced by Nielsen, New York.

Consumers seek all-natural choices that reflect their desire to keep human intervention they perceive as negative out of the process, according to a study produced by Packaged Facts.

A successful meat department can help a store differentiate itself from the competition and be a significant driver of sales and foot traffic.

Processed meat is an industry that is driven by the demand for meat. A rapid increase in globalization resulted in amped-up meat processing procedures. Consumers increased their protein intake. And, busy, on-the-go, 2-income families rely on ready-to-eat meals that oftentimes, incorporate meat as the main component. These are just a few factors driving the processed meat industry.

Burger consumption is up considerably since 2009 with nearly half of today's consumers saying they eat a burger at least once a week compared with 38 percent just two years ago.

The fifth edition of "The Power of Meat," a joint study by the American Meat Institute (AMI) and the Food Marketing Institute (FMI), finds that the recession is continuing to impact food purchasing and consumption behavior, including the meat department.

Condiments and tastes may vary from city to city, but every major and minor league ballpark nationwide sells hot dogs.