Same mission and purpose, new name and logo. We are the Meat Institute.
Meat Institute
Non-profit Organizations
Arlington, Virginia 12,495 followers
The Meat Institute supports the businesses processing meat and their supplier partners that sustainably nourish families
About us
The Meat Institute is a national trade association that represents companies that process 95 percent of red meat and 70 percent of turkey in the US and their suppliers throughout America. Headquartered in metropolitan Washington, DC, the Meat Institute keeps its fingers on the pulse of legislation, regulation and media activity that impacts the meat and poultry industry and provides rapid updates and analyses to its members to help them stay informed. In addition, the Meat Institute conducts scientific research through its Foundation designed to help meat and poultry companies improve their plants and their products. The Institute's many meetings and educational seminars also provide excellent networking and information-sharing opportunities for members of the industry. The Meat Institute is governed by elected leaders and staffed by 25 professionals. The Meat Institute's elected leaders include three officers plus the President and CEO, as well as a 107-person Board of Directors and a 40-person Executive Board. Representatives on both of these bodies include leaders in both the supplier and packer/processor segments of the industry. The Meat Institute has also created operating groups, called policy committees and advisory committees, within its membership to allow member companies to recommend Meat Institute policies in their primary areas of interest. Policy committees focus on broad functional and operational areas and develop policy recommendations for specific issues within these areas. Advisory committees provide specialized advice to policy committees.
- Website
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http://www.meatinstitute.org
External link for Meat Institute
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Arlington, Virginia
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1906
- Specialties
- food safety, workforce safety, animal handling, international trade, business economics, nutrition and health, crisis management, and food processing and packaging tradeshow
Locations
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Primary
4201 Wilson Boulevard
Suite 0604
Arlington, Virginia 22203, US
Employees at Meat Institute
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Jon Amidei
Chief Operating Officer at Swaggerty Sausage Company SENIOR LEVEL EXECUTIVE - GENERAL MANAGEMENT | SALES | MARKETING | OPERATIONS
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Peter Bozzo
Michael's Finer Meats and Seafood of Columbus, Ohio
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Anne Halal
Chief Experience Officer at Meat Institute
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Doug Bush
VP @ Bush Brothers | Meat Industry Expert, Growth-focused
Updates
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Recognition is in order for our member National Beef Packing Company LLC. Their Case Ready division achieved ZERO recordable injuries in Q1 2024—a remarkable milestone in our industry. This accomplishment is a big step toward The Protein PACT's goal of reducing workplace injuries by 50% by 2030. National Beef's focus on safety sets a powerful example for us all. Congratulations!
The National Beef Case Ready division has accomplished something impressive. At the end of the first quarter of 2024, it had not logged a single recordable injury at any of its five facilities. “As far as I’m aware, that’s never happened before in the meatpacking industry,” said Frank Boyer, Case Ready Safety Director. “It’s unheard of to log zero recordables for that many man hours.” We celebrate that with many safety-focused programs put into practice over the past few years, the result has been thousands of safer and more productive work hours for everyone.
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Meat Institute reposted this
The food industry faces growing challenges that can compromise safety and shelf life. Small changes in meat formulations or storage conditions can lead to spoilage and revenue loss, with retail waste for fresh meat and seafood hitting $6.31B in 2022. From processing factors to formulation changes, growing pressures from outside demands are additional challenges to overcome when formulating for shelf-life and safety expectations. Meat scientists and product developers may have to reevaluate their standard antimicrobial system and find new solutions to combat these various threats. Read the full article to learn more: https://hubs.ly/Q02KB2ss0
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Tomorrow, join us and experts from Sealed Air Corporation for a free webinar on the latest sustainability and legislation updates impacting the meat industry. Gain valuable insights into managing food waste, understanding Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), and navigating the ever-changing regulatory landscape. Stay ahead of industry changes and enhance your strategies for a sustainable future. Register now to secure your spot: https://lnkd.in/gaYJ6dMP #Sustainability #MeatIndustry #EPR #FoodWaste
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⌛ Time is running out to save! Early Bird Registration for the Meat Industry Food Safety Conference ends this week. Register by Thursday, August 8th to secure your spot at this must-attend event in Indianapolis, September 5-6. Gain actionable insights from industry experts to elevate your food safety program. Register now! https://lnkd.in/gpnWWq4S
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Power of Meat Fun Fact #7: There’s a growing consumer interest in making more conscious choices regarding meat and poultry. While most enjoy these products and see them as diet staples, Anne-Marie Roerink says about 30% are actively seeking options that better address animal welfare and environmental impact. A notable 20% of consumers are unaware of the animal welfare practices behind the meat they purchase. This gap underscores a significant educational opportunity. There's a clear demand for information on packaging, websites, and in-store displays about sustainable practices and humane treatment. This is a call to action for packers, processors, and retailers to join forces and enhance transparency around sustainability initiatives. And don't forget, registration for the 2025 Annual Meat Conference opens in October. Stay tuned for more updates! #ThePowerOfMeat2024 #Sustainability #AnimalWelfare #MeatIndustry FMI- The Food Industry Association
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Is your company a member of the Meat Institute? Are you looking to get the most out of your membership? Schedule a Lunch & Learn with us today to discover the full benefits of your membership and learn about The Protein PACT's goals! Our sessions are designed to help member companies maximize their membership and stay informed about our initiatives. You can schedule a Lunch & Learn by contacting Megan McCullough, our Director of Membership Engagement, at mmccullough@meatinstitute.org.
We held an employee lunch and learn with the Meat Institute this week. This organization is a critical industry leader and several of our employees sit on Meat Institute committees. Our session provided a membership overview and explained the Meat Institute's plan to hit key climate impact, workplace safety and animal welfare goals by 2030 through the Protein Pact. #lunchandlearn #engagement #employeenegagement #bobevansfarms #MeatInstitute
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Join us for a free webinar on automating sanitation in meat processing! Discover how to enhance efficiency and maintain high food safety standards with insights from industry experts at Intralox and Commercial Food Sanitation L.L.C. This webinar is also a precursor to the Meat Industry Food Safety Conference on September 5-6, setting the stage for deeper discussions. Don’t miss out—register now for both the webinar and the conference to stay ahead in food safety innovations!
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Meat Institute reposted this
Our President and CEO, Dennis Vignieri, recently attended a regional Meat Institute meeting at the newly established University of Wisconsin-Madison Meat Science and Animal Biologics Discovery building. Dennis' father, Charlie, generously contributed to the construction of this state-of-the-art facility. His donation reflects the family's history of dedication to fostering education and innovation within our industry. The establishment is designed to advance research, education, and outreach in meat science. Charlie's significant contribution helped create modern laboratories, classrooms, and research spaces that will benefit students, faculty, and the broader community for many years to come. University of Wisconsin-Madison Department of Animal & Dairy Sciences #BirchwoodFoods #BirchwoodCares #FamilyOwned #MeatOurNewBuilding
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Meat Institute reposted this
We are proud to have been selected from hundreds of applicants to compete in this year’s Tyson Demo Day. Our President Salman Ebrahim and Managing Director Edmund Chin competed at this event by pitching our innovative new Lucid Infinity line of food trays, which has been engineered to be the most sustainable food packaging solution on our planet. Thank you Tyson Foods & Tyson Ventures for this incredible opportunity to connect with your employees and we look forward to continuing the conversation about sustainable packaging for proteins. Meat Institute #LucidInfinity #PCR #sustainableplastics #nomoresoakerpads #WeAreLucidCorp Jason Anderson Rob Cools-Lartigue Marshal Niles L. Sandeep Punia
Last week Tyson Ventures hosted its third annual Tyson Demo Day at Tyson Foods world headquarters, where twelve innovative companies pitched their solutions to revolutionize the protein supply chain. The event highlighted cutting-edge technologies aimed at enhancing sustainability, transparency, and efficiency. Read the press release here: https://lnkd.in/gXZcZ9Pk Thank you to the incredible companies that participated in this year's program, and many thanks to all others that applied. Innovators Selected: Acoustic Extra Freezing (Paradigm Labs) JLE Truckwash LLC Orderful Pactum AI SnoFox Sciences Additional Innovators: Arvist Dexory LAMAR IoT Inc. Lucid Corp. Ndustrial Tag-N-Trac Top Hat Engineering