January 2004 Volume: 50 No: 1 Features 33 Trading places Poultry exporters seek new markets 38 N.M.A. hits San Antonio A preview of N.M.A.'s annual meeting Article archives: Search the article archives by keyword Featured stories: Special Web features and expanded print articles Labeling issues: Monthly Web column on labeling RED BOOK: Buyer's Guide contact information for hundreds of suppliers and a list of more than 500 products and services. News Today's headlines: The industry's most important news stories developed by the M&P staff Industry News & Commentary: News and information brought to you by LexisNexis and opinion columns written by some of the top people in the industry Association News: Media updates and news from the trade associations that serve the meat and poultry industry News & opinion Departments The Front Page B.S.E. in America and other late breaking news ...................................3 Advertising Index ................85 Classified Ads.....................81 Commentary And now for some good news ..................8 Business Notes News briefs from around the industry ...10 Names in the News ............78 Departments Industry Calendar: The most complete list of industry events available on the web Supplier News: Notes about people, suppliers and new products updated 24/7. Job Center Feedback Letters to the editor ...............................15 News from Suppliers ..........79 Publisher's Note All aboard the M.A.C. express ................16 Product Showcase..............74 International News & Trends News briefs from around the world........ 17 The Insider..........................86 Labor Time clock turbulence ...........................71 Washington ........................73 JANUARY 2004 Trade Events: The latest information about upcoming trade events including conference agendas and exhibitor lists www.MEATPOULTRY.com The meat and poultry industry's most comprehensive resource for career opportunities and resumes of quality candidates! * Search Jobs * Post/Update a resume * Job notification service * Employer profiles * Recruiter services MEAT&POULTRY 7http://www.MEATPOULTRY.com