Thursday, October 16, 2025 | 2:00 PM ET
Consumer demand in the meat case continues to evolve rapidly, shaped by shifting preferences in health, convenience, and value. Some categories are heating up—driven by protein power, premium cuts, and ready-to-cook solutions—while others are cooling off as shoppers rethink plant-based alternatives, “diet” positioning, and complicated meal prep.
In this session, Melissa Rodriguez of Circana will unpack the latest data and insights into the top growth drivers and top declining trends in the meat industry. From the rise of grinds, sirloin, chicken thighs, ribs, brisket, and wings to the challenges facing turkey, lunchmeats, and meat alternatives, you’ll come away with a clear picture of where consumers are putting their dollars—and why.
Sponsored by Amcor, this one-hour webinar will highlight what’s fueling today’s purchase decisions, how sustainability and transparency are shaping trust, and what the industry must do to meet evolving consumer expectations.
Join us to get the inside track on what’s hot, what’s not, and where the greatest opportunities lie in 2025 and beyond.
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Circana
Vice President
Melissa Rodriguez has been a part of Circana for 20 years, engaging and energizing clients for growth across multiple areas of the store. As a Principal in Retail & Consumer Protein, Melissa leads client relationships with some of the largest protein companies in the world. She is a trusted advisor to her clients, assisting with consumer focused and customer centric data analytics to drive business decisions. She also participates in many of Circana relationships with industry associations including NAMI, NGA, IDDBA, and NFI, and her insights have appeared in webinars, blogs, and Thought Leadership publications.