In 2023, USDA FSIS issued a guideline on ready-to-eat (RTE) fermented, salt-cured, and dried products, outlining responses to commonly asked questions about these products, where cooking is not the primary lethality step. Some products impacted by this guideline are summer sausage, pepperoni, salami, and country-cured ham. Join experts from Eurofins in this webinar to discuss considerations in creating validation studies.

From appealing non-compliance reports to product labeling to recent inspection issues and policy updates, the Meat Institute's bi-monthly Regulatory Services Update provides members access to experts who understand how to navigate the regulatory environment. We offer a wealth of resources and support to meet and exceed compliance standards and provide guidance on FSIS policy, HACCP, enforcement actions, and recalls, among other regulatory topics.

Despite a slowdown in production during the pandemic, the global meat industry has grown steadily each year and is projected to grow at 2.5% over the next decade. Amid all this growth, technological innovation in the industry has been limited and focused on production yield tech, and retail sales channels. Exports and trade, which will grow 10% by 2030, have been largely unaffected by the digital shift so far.

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Join us as Len Steiner, founder and principal of Steiner Consulting Group, provides a comprehensive economic outlook for the meat and poultry industries heading into 2025. Len is well known for his deep understanding of market dynamics and ability to translate complex economic data into actionable insights. Whether you are looking for market forecasts, key economic indicators, or strategic insights, this is certainly a webinar you won’t want to miss as we close out 2024 and head into the new year.

Join us for an engaging conversation featuring political strategists Tucker Eskew and T.A. Hawks as they dissect the outcomes of the recent elections. Moderated by Nathan Fretz, vice president of legislative affairs at the Meat Institute, this session will provide a timely analysis of the implications of important policy issues and a forecast of what changes we may experience in the coming months. Tucker Eskew, a partner at Vianovo known for his strategic acumen and experience in campaign management, will share insights and key takeaways just one month after the election. T.A.

Join us for an engaging discussion that will highlight the intersection of recycling programs and the sustainability benefits of corrugated packaging. As consumers increasingly seek products from brands who prioritize environmental responsibility, understanding the impact of packaging and recycling decisions is essential to meet consumer expectations and to establish and measure sustainability goals and metrics that can be utilized by programs like Protein PACT to enhance consumer trust in the entire meat and poultry industry.

It is not a matter of whether you will experience a cyber-attack but of when. Have a plan. Practice the plan. These two basic steps can be implemented at companies with varying maturity in cybersecurity, and they might save your business. Response plans can build off existing business continuity plans, but key elements of cyber-attacks differ greatly from other breaks in continuity that must be uniquely addressed. Join us to learn more about how to protect your business. This webinar is for companies of all sizes and their leadership, not just for cyber professionals.

Join us for a webinar that explores the Meat Foundation's research initiatives and their impact on the meat industry. Learn how research investments can benefit your business, gain insights into our past achievements, and how you can contribute to our ongoing efforts.

Join us for this webinar to gain key insights about the current landscape of the meat industry, with a deeper dive into the preferences and motivations of younger generations who are increasingly influencing market trends. Melissa Rodriguez, principal at Circana, will share insights and data that will not only provide a snapshot of the overall state of the market, but also help explain key influences such as income challenges, the rising cost of living, and the impact of inflation on purchasing decisions of different generations.