AURI and USDA Release Final Report on Meat Processing Sector in the Upper Midwest

As part of its ongoing efforts to serve the local and regional meat processing sector in Minnesota and the Upper Midwest, the Agricultural Utilization Research Institute (AURI) is pleased to announce the publication of new research and resources devoted to Empowering Local and Regional Meat Processors.

Best of Show and Silver Saw Blade Awarded to Hermann Wurst Haus at the Missouri Association of Meat Processors Competition

The Hermann Wurst Haus and Fulton Wurst Haus won a combined total of 24 prestigious awards for their artisan, hand-crafted smoked sausages, and smoked meats at the Missouri Association of Meat Processors 85th annual convention and trade show held at Holiday Inn Executive Center, Columbia, Mo, March 1-3, 2024, at this statewide Meat Product Competition.

AAMP Announces Labeling Webinar Series

The American Association of Meat Processors is pleased to announce a four-part labeling webinar series, starting in January 2024. The webinars will be led by Steph Harmon of Label Compliance Solutions and AAMP Outreach Specialist Abbey Davidson.

American Association of Meat Processors Honors the Winners of 2023 American Cured Meat Championships

The American Association of Meat Processors (AAMP) announced the winners of the 2023 American Cured Meat Championships. The competition took place during the association’s annual convention, July 13-15 in Charleston, SC. This year, 56 plants from 29 states entered a total of 583 products in the competition. The Best of Show Award went to a Pennsylvania processor who won the top ACMC Award for the fourth time – in four different categories.

Webster City Custom Meats to Continue Legacy as Division of Midwest Quality Wholesale

Midwest Quality Wholesale Inc. has purchased AAMP Processor Member Webster City Custom Meats Inc., located in Webster City, Iowa.