December 13th, 2022

With cattle supplies declining sharply over the next 2-3 years following this year's drought-led beef herd liquidation and continued reluctance by hog producers to expand herds, fears over meeting consumer demand have become a concern. John Nalivka of Sterling Marketing uses his 30-plus years of experience to provide pointed economic analysis and forecasts for the meat and livestock industries and study the effects of changes in industry structure, supply chain issues, and more during this 2023 Economic Outlook for the Meat and Poultry Industry webinar. Watch this recording to learn how these micro and macroeconomic events are affecting businesses.

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December 6th, 2022

Businesses today must embrace and use the data they collect to drive decision-making, and the meat industry is no exception. In this recording our expert speakers discuss the differences between Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and the key factors for knowing what will work for you. As the world continues to move toward Industry 4.0, watch this webinar to learn how data and technology can be applied to your plant and along your supply chain for better decision-making and increased efficiency and how it can help expand your business.

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November 15th, 2022

What can the meat industry expect from the results of the midterm elections? Listen to expert panelists as they discuss critical election outcomes and the implications for the meat and poultry industry and broader food and agriculture policy. Bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience on agricultural policy issues, our panelists discuss how the election results will play out in the next Congress, particularly as Congress looks to pass a new farm bill.

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November 10th, 2022

An effective Environmental Monitoring Program (EMP) allows food processors to quickly identify Listeria environmental contamination events, and implement corrective actions. This webinar discusses the numerous tools available to help move your Listeria control program to the next level, including molecular strain typing tools, software automatization, scheduling, and data analysis. This webinar also provides you with an in-depth understanding of these enhancements and will provide real-life case studies about how the implementation of these tools has provided critical information to food processors in their decision-making and remediation processes.

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November 8th, 2022

Cybersecurity risk involves all facets of your business, but is cyber insurance the best option for your company right now? This webinar covers what this type of insurance can and cannot do and the factors that should be considered when evaluating whether and when your company should invest.

November 7th, 2022

For meat and poultry processors, taking the right strides to implement financially and functionally vetted solutions to conserve energy, reduce costs, and meet stakeholder demands have become increasingly critical. This webinar breaks down the incentives available to meat processors as it relates to renewable energy generation, particularly due to the recently passed Inflation Reduction Act. Participants learned how those new incentives, coupled with the current energy landscape, opens new opportunities to implement energy solutions that will help organizations meet sustainability goals, such as the continuous improvement goals set forth by the Protein PACT. In addition, the speakers share their expertise in solar energy by taking a deep dive into the benefits, process, timeline, feasibility, and ROI.

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October 31st, 2022

As businesses continue to define what sustainability means to their company and customers, more and more employees are taking an active role in developing and managing sustainability programs. This webinar provides information on the importance of sustainability for businesses today, including how sustainability strategies can generate financial and operational value, as well as specific initiatives within the animal protein industry. Attendee take-aways will include an understanding of key organizations and frameworks that affect protein processors. This webinar helps explain the biggest challenges faced by the industry and provide resources to help advance sustainability strategies.

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October 21st, 2022

Watch this webinar to learn more about the data collected as part of the CRYOVAC® Brand 2022 National Meat Case Study. This study provides the meat industry with a comprehensive overview of the fresh meat retail case, and an opportunity to learn more about the latest trends in fresh meat from data gathered from top U.S. supermarkets. Case-ready has experienced tremendous growth over the last 20 years as labor issues have risen, with more stores relying heavily on case-ready packaging to keep their shelves fully stocked. Case-ready products have also grown to be widely accepted by consumers, and this acceptance has grown the demand for vacuum packaging as well. This webinar provides an in-depth analysis of the results of the study, presented by Anne-Marie Roerink, Principal of 210 Analytics and author of the annual Power of Meat report.

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October 18th, 2022

This webinar featured Dr. Jennifer Wishnie of the University of Arizona, who discussed the role of a veterinarian in food safety and provided an overview of the latest data on foodborne illness. Additionally, Dr. Steve Larsen will share insights from a recent study of swine lymph nodes, which helped establish a better understanding of incoming Salmonella loads via lymph nodes. This information guides the development of targeted approaches for reducing Salmonella in ground pork.

October 6th, 2022

As businesses continue to define what sustainability means to their company and customers, more and more employees are taking an active role in developing and managing sustainability programs. This webinar provides information on the importance of sustainability for businesses today, including how sustainability strategies can generate financial and operational value, as well as specific initiatives within the animal protein industry. Attendee take-aways will include an understanding of key organizations and frameworks that affect protein processors. This webinar helps explain the biggest challenges faced by the industry and provide resources to help advance sustainability strategies.

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September 29th, 2022

Meat and poultry processors must utilize all available tools for continuous improvement in their food safety systems. Biomapping, the process of monitoring the efficacy of antimicrobial interventions by sampling at specific points where contamination levels can be assessed, helps processors meet performance standards and improve the microbiological quality of their products through better process control. This webinar takes a close look at how biomapping can be used in a poultry processing plant, as well as provides a discussion on how biomapping research in beef, pork, and poultry can provide lessons learned across species.

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September 27th, 2022

In the United States, over one-third of all available food goes uneaten through loss or waste. Meat and poultry manufacturers are taking steps to fight food waste throughout the supply chain by investing in technologies and forming partnerships that reduce the environmental burden of wasted food and help feed those in need. This webinar covers existing opportunities for meat processing companies and explores how functional ingredients can be a part of the solution by extending shelf-like and improving value to retail and foodservice customers.

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July 26th, 2022

A robust cybersecurity program helps organizations protect themselves from cyber risks, defend against and limit the severity of attacks, and ensure that business operations continue to function effectively. Experts from NAMI’s Cybersecurity Committee have joined to share their collective recommended practices to help the industry protect itself from disruption caused by cyber-attacks. The webinar serves as a baseline for continued education on specific cybersecurity elements and include pro tips on various topics, including backup/restore, incident response, vulnerability management, endpoint security, access management, and more.

July 14th, 2022

With billions of burgers being served up annually in the U.S. alone, there’s no denying that the classic hamburger is one of the world's most popular foods, and meat processors are dedicated to developing the perfect burger for their customers. This webinar covers the biggest consumer trends in the burger market and then discusses how the variables controlled by meat processing companies contribute to building a better burger. From raw materials and preparation to grinding and forming, learn what factors you should be considering to produce the best product. Attendees also hear a study in new product development that showcases the troubleshooting and solutions found in burger product development.

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June 30th, 2022

Meat processors have been closely watching state-passed regulations affecting animal raising practices and labeling of certain meat products. Massachusetts has now finalized its Question 3 regulations, and California has issued another round of modified proposed regulations on Proposition 12. This webinar discusses learnings from both and updates on the legal battleground.

June 29th, 2022

With the U.S. on high alert for outbreaks of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) and the detection of African Swine Fever (ASF) in both the Dominican Republic and Haiti, livestock and poultry producers know how high the stakes are in controlling these diseases and others. This webinar gives an update on the current status and risk of foreign animal disease in the U.S., and potential impacts for both livestock and meat production. The speakers cover current mitigation and sanitation strategies and the role that meat processing plants play when managing the risks, as well as the specialized approaches for control along the supply chain.

Protein PACT Trust Measures

June 23rd, 2022

Through the Protein PACT, NAMI members and supply chain partners are working together to make the foods we love more sustainable than ever so that we may continue to share them for generations to come. The second webinar discusses changes in consumer perceptions across the same five areas based on NAMI’s quarterly research, analyzing how the news cycle can affect consumer attitudes. The data gathered and shared through this webinar series provides insights into consumer views that help the protein industry measure progress and communication strategies.

June 22nd, 2022

Enjoy this panel discussion focusing on proven and trusted energy strategies and solutions to reduce energy costs, reduce energy demand, and improve energy efficiency and sustainability. Panel members dive into the current state of the energy markets, from price volatility and what to expect in the coming months to tangible solutions available to help organizations reduce energy costs by way of energy efficiency and energy conservation projects.

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Protein PACT Trust Measures

June 21st, 2022

Through the Protein PACT, NAMI members and supply chain partners are working together to make the foods we love more sustainable than ever so that we may continue to share them for generations to come. The first webinar highlights the perceptions of foodservice and retail operators from the second annual survey of trust amongst these key decision-makers. The webinar also covers changes in protein menuing behavior in foodservice establishments, and the impact of rising prices and supply chain issues on protein offerings.

June 14th, 2022

Creating a comprehensive preventive maintenance (PM) plan may seem overwhelming, but the time and resources PM can save cannot be overlooked. The regular and routine maintenance of equipment and assets to prevent downtime and safety or quality issues from unexpected equipment failure is a serious consideration for all operations. This webinar covers the most important aspects to consider in a PM program, as well as case-study discussions to help you avoid pitfalls and provide strategic advice for planning and scheduling maintenance of equipment before a problem occurs.

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