Meat, Beef & Poultry Processing in the US
Meat, Beef & Poultry Processing in the US
Beefing up: The past five years have been difficult for the industry, with public attention focused on negative issues associated with meat-related health. Various technological advances aim to reduce the frequency and spread of disease outbreaks; furthermore, consumption of meat will remain strong. Still, though meat processing is fairly stable, factors like weather conditions and disease outbreaks cause a high level of volatility. Competition from seafood, which the public increasingly views as a healthier option, will increase in the near future.
This industry slaughters animals, processes the carcasses and packages the meat into products and by-products. The industry also purifies and refines animal fat, bones and meat scraps. Products are sold to other food manufacturers, renderers, grocery and meat wholesalers and retail traders. Establishments that mainly cut and pack meats (i.e. boxed meats) from purchased carcasses are also included in this industry.
This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.
Beefing up: The past five years have been difficult for the industry, with public attention focused on negative issues associated with meat-related health. Various technological advances aim to reduce the frequency and spread of disease outbreaks; furthermore, consumption of meat will remain strong. Still, though meat processing is fairly stable, factors like weather conditions and disease outbreaks cause a high level of volatility. Competition from seafood, which the public increasingly views as a healthier option, will increase in the near future.
This industry slaughters animals, processes the carcasses and packages the meat into products and by-products. The industry also purifies and refines animal fat, bones and meat scraps. Products are sold to other food manufacturers, renderers, grocery and meat wholesalers and retail traders. Establishments that mainly cut and pack meats (i.e. boxed meats) from purchased carcasses are also included in this industry.
This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.
Contents
ABOUT THIS INDUSTRYIndustry Definition
Main Activities
Similar Industries
Additional Resources
INDUSTRY AT A GLANCE
INDUSTRY PERFORMANCE
Executive Summary
Key External Drivers
Current Performance
Industry Outlook
Industry Life Cycle
PRODUCTS & MARKETS
Supply Chain
Products & Services
Demand Determinants
Major Markets
International Trade
Business Locations
COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
Market Share Concentration
Key Success Factors
Cost Structure Benchmarks
Basis of Competition
Barriers to Entry
Industry Globalization
MAJOR COMPANIES
OPERATING CONDITIONS
Capital Intensity
Technology & Systems
Revenue Volatility
Regulation & Policy
Industry Assistance
KEY STATISTICS
Industry Data
Annual Change
Key Ratios
JARGON & GLOSSARY
MAJOR COMPANIES
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