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state of the consumer 2020
The year 2020 has been transformative and its impact on every corner of our society will be felt for years to come. See a snapshot of how domestic consumers have responded to these unprecedented events.
hindsight 2020: Beef's Market trends through the pandemic
The pandemic highlighted interesting strengths in the beef industry. Even with inflated prices, consumers still choose beef as their protein of choice. Beef continues to remain the protein of choice for consumers and has proven to be a staple in consumers’ diets.
It's not just millennials: How beef. It's What's For Dinner. Segments Consumers
Beef caters to a wide variety of consumers. From young to old, East Coast to West Coast, beef is something almost everyone enjoys. But not all consumers approach how they eat in the same way. For example, consumers can have differing views when it comes to their protein choices, where their food comes from, and what’s important during mealtime. Unsurprisingly, factors such as age, marital status, or whether someone has kids can affect how they think about and eat beef. To understand more about these differences, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, on behalf of the Beef Checkoff, sought to learn more about consumers when it comes their behaviors that influence how they shop, eat, and dine.
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weekly wholesale data
Get a unique top-line view of average reported wholesale prices on beef subprimal cuts. Charts are prepared using data from USDA Market News and the VMMEAT® System by Meat Solutions.
cut charts
Our beef cut posters are the most effective tools for learning about the various cuts of beef, where they come from on the carcass, and the recommended cooking method for each cut.
yield data
Review general guidelines for approximate yields when fabricating newer beef cuts from traditional subprimals, like those from the Chuck primal. Start here, then do your own testing to dial in exact numbers for your operation.
resources for retail dieticians
Health and nutrition are top of mind for consumers and can be a barrier when deciding to purchase beef. With more dietitians working in retail grocery, there's an opportunity for meat departments and dietitians to work together to help consumers understand the meat case, the nutritional benefits of beef, enhance food safety and provide meal solutions.
do you directly market beef?
The Beef Checkoff’s Northeast Beef Promotion Initiative works to promote beef and beef demand for all beef, regardless of production practice or labeling claims. We have seen a growing need to help consumers find local sources of beef, as demand for these resources has risen. We would like to invite local beef companies/markets and direct-sell farms to submit their information to be featured on our Northeast Beef Directory.
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