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STATE OF THE INDUSTRY 2026 - MEAT & POULTRY

Meat Sales Sizzle with Innovation

Fresh gains and flavor-forward processed launches push the meat department to $111.9B as protein, convenience and certification claims drive growth
Bob Garrison, Chief Editor
Robert Garrison
March 11, 2026

From chef-inspired meal starters and sous vide short ribs to hot honey bacon and regenerative hot dogs, processors are blending indulgence with integrity. Across beef, pork and poultry, heat-and-eat formats and bold flavors are keeping the perimeter’s biggest department on the move.


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Smithfield to Acquire Nathan’s Famous

$450M deal secures iconic hot dog brand and expands packaged meats growth strategy
Prepared Foods Editorial Staff
January 26, 2026

Smithfield Foods has agreed to acquire Nathan’s Famous in a $102-per-share cash deal valued at approximately $450 million. The move gives Smithfield permanent ownership of the brand it has licensed since 2014, unlocking new retail and foodservice growth.


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Applegate Farms Transitions All Beef Hot Dogs to 100% Certified Regenerative Beef

Applegate is helping to transition 10.8 million acres of grasslands to certified regenerative
Prepared Foods Editorial Staff
April 2, 2025

The achievement underscores Applegate's commitment to scaling regenerative practices as part of its mission to develop a holistic system that connects the health of humans, animals and the planet.


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STATE OF THE INDUSTRY 2025

Flavorful Innovations Drive Meat & Seafood Trends

New meat, poultry and seafood items offer convenience—but tout flavor first
Bob Garrison, Chief Editor
Robert Garrison
March 21, 2025

Although convenience is key—taste-tempting flavor is the way to draw attention. Last year saw innovation ideas trickle down to the basics including hot dogs, lunch meat and yes—even SPAM.


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Applegate Farms to Source Entire Beef Hot Dog Portfolio from 100% Certified Regenerative Beef by the End of 2025

The strategic move aims to contribute to the regeneration of six million acres of grasslands
Prepared Foods Editorial Staff
March 21, 2024

Implementing this change across its entire beef hot dog portfolio is expected to contribute to the regeneration of six million acres of grasslands, which could increase the current regenerative acreage of Applegate suppliers by more than 2,200%.


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The Kraft Heinz Not Company Plant-Based Oscar Mayer Hot Dogs and Sausages

The Kraft Heinz Not Company aims to deliver on evolving consumer preference in the plant-based space
March 16, 2024

The launch of Oscar Mayer NotHotDogs and NotSausages is the latest example of The Kraft Heinz Not Company’s ambition to bring plant-based innovations to market faster. Further, the launch marks another exciting step in the joint venture’s continued expansion of its plant-based portfolio.



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Impossible Beef Hot Dogs

The new plant based hot dogs will be available at retail in 2024
December 29, 2023

Impossible Foods debuted an exclusive sneak preview of its latest meat-from-plants innovation – all-new Impossible™ Beef Hot Dogs.


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Teton Taste Buds Top Dog Named NEXTY Awards Finalist

The kid-friendly blended 100% grass-fed beef and veggie product contain mushrooms, carrots, and butternut squash
September 5, 2023

Teton Taste Buds Top Dogs are 85% grass fed beef and blended with mushrooms, carrots, and butternut squash. 



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Unlimeat Plant-based Sausage

The new meat alternative is cholesterol-free, has zero trans-fats, and is significantly lower in saturated fat
June 16, 2023

UNLIMEAT, a pioneer in cutting-edge plant-based foods, announced the launch of a vegan option from Two Hands, a renowned corn dog brand celebrated for its Korean-style corn dogs.


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Lexington Betty Smokehouse x Vander Famers Wagyu Dog

Chicago Pitmaster and Food Network Star Dominique Leach launches retail line of wagyu dogs nationwide in partnership with Vander Farmers
February 3, 2023

The premium gourmet product received the USDA stamp of approval to distribute in a retail setting and are available now online for nationwide shipping through Lexington Betty's online store.


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