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Meat Jerky Production in the US: Market Research Report

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Meat Jerky Production Market Research Report | Consumer Goods & Services | Food Production | Apr 2012

Beefed up: Demand for new flavors and all-natural jerky will sustain industry growth

IBISWorld’s Meat Jerky Production market research report provides the latest industry statistics and industry trends, allowing you to identify the products and customers driving revenue growth and profitability. The industry report identifies the leading companies and offers strategic industry analysis of the key factors influencing the market.

Report Snapshot
Market Share of Companies
ConAgra ConAgra  market share
Jerky Snack Brands Inc. Jerky Snack Brands Inc. market share
Link Snacks Inc. Link Snacks Inc. market share
Oberto Sausage Company Oberto Sausage Company market share
Industry Statistics & Market Size
Revenue
$1bn
Annual Growth 07-12
3.7%
Annual Growth 12-17
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Profit
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Employment
1,195
Businesses
136
Industry Analysis & Industry Trends

Beefed up

The Meat Jerky Production industry maintained growth during the recession, as consumers continued to purchase low-cost snacks like beef jerky. Producers will capitalize on health-conscious trends in the future, introducing all-natural products to bolster demand. Nevertheless, competition among industry operators will intensify, as new meat jerky producers enter the industry. Also external competition from other snack food producers will remain a threat.... purchase to read more

Industry Report - Industry Investment Chapter

Meat jerky production requires a high level of capital investment, leading to high capital intensity within the industry. Operators incur depreciation costs when buying dehydrators and freezers. Most equipment must be industrial grade, to accommodate large amounts of meat. Therefore, IBISWorld estimates that for every dollar spent on labor, the average participant spends $0.27 on capital investment.

Capital intensity can vary with the size of the manufacturer. Small- to medium-size facilities typically have a lower capital-to-labor ratio because they lack the resources to invest in expensive technology and equipment. As a result, their most feasible option is to employ more labor to increase production volumes. Ove... purchase to read more

 


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What is the Meat Jerky Production Industry?

This industry includes establishments that cut, pack and box meat jerky from purchased meats. Meat jerky includes meat that has been cut into long slices or strips and dried, seasoned or otherwise cured.

Industry Products
Beef jerkyPork jerkyGame jerky (e.g. deer, elk, salmon and buffalo)Poultry jerky (e.g. chicken and turkey)
 
Industry Activities
Dehydrating processed meatPackaging dehydrated meatFlavoring dehydrated meat


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