Since the early 2010s, people have begun preferring to purchase meat that’s good for people, sourced ethically from animals and sustainable for the planet. In 2020, the COVID-19 pandemic changed the trajectory of the meat market in several ways:
- Consumers became more concerned about healthy and ethical meat options and ingredient lists.
- Simultaneously, many consumers stopped buying premium meat options because of financial constraints.
- Food shopping habits and priorities changed as people’s daily rhythms changed.
Years later, the food industry continues to shift as society reconnects and the pace of life speeds up.
Many Americans prioritize convenience by purchasing pre-packaged and pre-seasoned meats, ensuring they can increase their protein intake while busy. Because of rising inflation, Americans are also looking for good-quality meat at affordable prices. Unfortunately, for some consumers, this means compromising on quality in favor of convenience and affordability.
Today’s consumers have also become more educated on what they’re looking for in meat products. Although finances play a role, consumers are increasingly interested in sustainable meat practices, such as safe and sustainable packaging.
At Premio Foods, we work diligently to provide high-quality meat that’s convenient and sustainable. Modern consumers can trust us to offer protein options with simple, clean ingredients and sustainable packaging at an affordable price.
Simple and Effortless Protein
Today’s consumers value convenience. Premio Foods’ sausage products are pre-seasoned and available at grocery stores.
Pre-Prepped Options
In a 2023 report, the Food Industry Association noted that 55% of Americans used semi- or fully-prepped foods to make dinner. Additionally, 73% of 2022 shoppers purchased pre-marinated, pre-seasoned or pre-cut meat at least sometimes.
Meat often takes the longest to prepare during dinnertime. Purchasing pre-prepped options saves time and makes eating well while on the go easier. At Premio Foods, our sausages are pre-seasoned, so you can enjoy delicious flavors with less prep work.
Grocery Store Availability
Gallup polled American consumers in 2017 and again in 2022 to learn about their food shopping habits. In 2017, only 9% of Americans shopped online for groceries at least once per month. By 2022, that percentage jumped to 28%.
Still, most Americans prefer to visit a grocery store — 97% of adults in the United States report shopping at a physical location at least monthly.
In-store shopping allows consumers to compare options, read ingredient lists and evaluate prices. At Premio Foods, we offer our quality sausages at many grocery store locations, so shopping for them is simple, whether you prefer heading inside or placing a curbside pickup order. Our products also come in various portion sizes to make meeting your family’s demands simple.
Value and Quality
According to a 2023 study, 73% of 1,000 American adults surveyed said food freshness was a determining factor in their purchases.
At Premio Foods, we prioritize food safety and freshness. We maintain an excellence score with the Global Food Safety Initiative’s Safe Quality Food standards. All of our sites comply with United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) standards for meat and poultry. We have rigorous programs in place that include a selective supplier approval process and a robust quality system.
Our products are prepared in state-of-the-art facilities to ensure consumer safety. Our quality operators and assigned USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service inspect our facilities daily to ensure the most hygienic conditions.
Our protein products are domestically sourced and processed, and we work with industry-leading companies that understand the importance of food safety, quality and sustainability. Working with like-minded companies helps us deliver the highest-quality products while maintaining sustainable processes across our supply chain.
When you shop with Premio Foods, you can prioritize convenience without sacrificing quality. Our ingredient lists are easy to read and understand because we use real food for the best taste and highest nutritional value.
Simple Meal Prep
While convenience is a significant motivator for American consumers — one report shows that the average household orders takeout between four and five times each month and eats at a restaurant three times monthly — many people still prefer to cook at home.
These individuals prioritize healthy options, but the convenience factor remains important. To balance the two, many shoppers rely on frozen food. According to one report, 59% of millennials consider frozen food a convenient way to manage their meals.
The same report reveals that 45% and 43% of consumers rely on air fryers and slow cookers to prepare food. These options are widely regarded as simple alternatives to more intensive cooking processes.
Americans are looking for ways to eat well while saving time and money. Schedules have become increasingly busy as life has returned to a normal pace, and simple meals are the preferred option for many consumers.
Premio Foods sausages can be frozen, meal-prepped, air-fried and slow-cooked to meet your weekly needs. On our website, you can find a range of quick and simple recipes to make the most of mealtime. We have ideas for health-conscious individuals, gluten-free diets, delicious grilled sausage meals and more.
Global Flavor Diversity
Another trend is the increasing interest in global food. Whether this has been spurred by travel or the visibility of global cuisines over social media, more Americans are interested in exploring diverse tastes.
For example, one report shows that chorizo sales increased by 11% throughout 2023. Other research suggests that only 48% of Americans are somewhat satisfied with the flavor options of convenience foods at the grocery store.
At Premio Foods, we offer several global sausage varieties so that consumers can have more choices and experience flavors from around the globe. Our high-quality world sausage flavors include the following:
When you want to experiment with global flavors, Premio Foods sausage makes the process convenient and fun. Although our primary market is Italian sausage, we’ve poured the same care and expertise into crafting these global flavors.
Find Premio Foods Sausage at a Store Near You
At Premio Foods, we prioritize quality ingredients, sustainable practices and the needs of our consumers. Our products have been intentionally crafted to increase your options for a convenient and nutritious meal.
The next time you go food shopping, use our handy store locator tool to find the nearest location that offers Premio Foods products near you. After the first bite, we know you’ll be back for more — the quality and taste of our sausage speaks for itself.
When you purchase Premio Foods sausage, you get the best of everything — we offer quality, convenience and deliciousness, all at an affordable price.
