SMA- Southwest Meat Association

SMA- Southwest Meat Association Supporting US processors & suppliers through networking, advocacy, education, & regulatory expertise.

We are excited to kick off our Speaker Highlight series for the SMA 70th Annual Convention with Dr. Mindy Brashears, USD...
06/01/2026

We are excited to kick off our Speaker Highlight series for the SMA 70th Annual Convention with Dr. Mindy Brashears, USDA Under Secretary for Food Safety!

Dr. Brashears is a nationally recognized leader in food safety, public health, and meat and poultry production. Her distinguished career spans academia, government, and industry, where she has led groundbreaking research, developed innovative food safety solutions, and helped shape national food safety policy.

With extensive experience advancing food safety and protecting public health, Dr. Brashears brings a unique perspective on the issues impacting our industry today and into the future. Attendees will have the opportunity to hear insights from one of the most influential voices in food safety and gain valuable knowledge on the challenges and opportunities facing the meat industry.

Join us in welcoming Dr. Brashears to Galveston this July!

📅 SMA 70th Annual Convention
📍 Moody Gardens Hotel & Convention Center | Galveston, TX

SMA recently wrapped its bi-annual advocacy fly-in to Washington, D.C. where association leaders and member companies to...
05/29/2026

SMA recently wrapped its bi-annual advocacy fly-in to Washington, D.C. where association leaders and member companies took Capitol Hill to advocate for the priorities that matter most to the meat industry.🥩📊

Across meetings with congressional offices and USDA/FSIS regulators, the delegation championed science-based, consistent regulatory frameworks, fair and transparent labeling standards, and stronger protections for the U.S. food supply chain.

Key discussions included opposition to Mandatory Country of Origin Labeling (MCOOL), support for uniform food safety standards, ensuring a level playing field in interstate commerce, and addressing emerging threats like New World Screwworm. The group also engaged on critical regulatory topics such as label approval timelines, revised establishment sizing, and workforce retention within the agency.

It was a powerful opportunity for industry voices from across the supply chain to be heard loud and clear on Capitol Hill.💼🤝

Grateful for the strong leadership, participation, and collaboration that made this fly-in a success and for the continued work advancing a safe, fair, and resilient meat industry in the USA🇺🇸

Tune into Episode 27 of the Meat People Podcast featuring Pat Nicholson!🎙️🥩From growing up in a family meat business in ...
05/28/2026

Tune into Episode 27 of the Meat People Podcast featuring Pat Nicholson!🎙️🥩

From growing up in a family meat business in West Texas to building a career spanning decades in the industry, Pat shares stories, lessons, and experiences that helped shape his journey along the way.

In this episode, Pat reflects on the importance of perseverance, relationships, and staying involved in the industry, while also sharing insight into his longtime connection with SMA and the people who have impacted his career over the years.

This episode is full of great conversation, industry knowledge, and stories you won’t want to miss!🤩

Streaming now on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube!

Today, we remember and honor the courage, sacrifice, and service of our nation’s heroes. Wishing everyone a meaningful M...
05/25/2026

Today, we remember and honor the courage, sacrifice, and service of our nation’s heroes. Wishing everyone a meaningful Memorial Day🇺🇸

05/15/2026

We love seeing a new face in the office….. and she came in like she’s always been here🤭

From 4-H and FFA to leading one of the meat industry’s top organizations, this episode features Deidrea Mabry, COO of th...
05/14/2026

From 4-H and FFA to leading one of the meat industry’s top organizations, this episode features Deidrea Mabry, COO of the American Meat Science Association (AMSA)!✨🎙️

Deidrea shares her journey through Texas Tech, meat judging, and building a career in the meat industry, along with how AMSA supports students and professionals through networking, leadership development, education, and career opportunities across the industry.

From food safety and R&D to marketing, law, medicine, and beyond, this conversation highlights the many pathways available in meat science and agriculture.🥩

Listen now on Apple, Spotify, and YouTube🎧

Please help us welcome our new SMA intern, Meredith Magliolo!🎉Meredith is a junior at Texas A&M University studying Agri...
05/12/2026

Please help us welcome our new SMA intern, Meredith Magliolo!🎉

Meredith is a junior at Texas A&M University studying Agribusiness with a minor in Agricultural Leadership. She is excited to build her professional network and gain hands-on experience working with industry leaders, producers, and processors from across the country while helping plan and assist with the SMA Convention!

We are excited to have Meredith on the team this summer and can’t wait to see all she accomplishes!⭐

05/05/2026

Who ever said convention planning makes you go crazy, clearly has never planned a convention. We’re doing just fine😁

05/01/2026

🚨LAST CALL🚨

The SMA Foundation Scholarship application closes TODAY at 11:59 PM. Don’t watch this and do nothing….. this could be you👀💰

Apply now on our website!

Huge thank you to our amazing SMA members—this is what it’s all about!🦞🔥
05/01/2026

Huge thank you to our amazing SMA members—this is what it’s all about!🦞🔥

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