Member Benefits & Services

Get AAMPed up with better, more relevant business decisions!

Do you want to see what AAMP can do for you?  Click on the link and download our new membership mailer.  Whether your business is large or small, partnering with AAMP affords you the opportunity to “let go” of your day-to-day operations and focus on improvements that are necessary to build your business.

Website with Useful Links

To seek further information from other organizations in the food industry. These links are for meat industries, government agencies, organizations such as other trade associations (National, Regional, and State), Universities, meat industry publications, recalls, etc... We do hope that this section provides useful and helpful information as you surf through the websites.

Bulletins

AAMPlifier
The AAMPlifier contains a wealth of information on industry trends, important national news, Association activities, and operational information to keep members fully informed about events affecting their business.

Capitol Line-Up
The Capitol Line-Up deals strictly with governmental affairs in the industry. AAMP publishes the Capitol Line-Up 26 times a year.  The newsletter keeps AAMP members up to date with the latest news about government affairs from Congress and key agencies in Washington, as well as state legislatures and state regulatory bodies.

National Convention

The annual meeting of the organization is the American Convention of Meat Processors. This show features a serious educational program for operators, sparkling entertainment, fun and fellowship...plus exhibits and displays by leading industry manufacturers and suppliers. 

American Cured Meat Championships

North America's largest national competition for cured meats is judged by top meat experts and scientists. 

Representation in Washington

A vigilant watchdog on Congressional legislation, agency regulation, and government activities that affect your business. We develop relationships with members of Congress and their staffs, and provide input concerning laws that would affect the industry.  Adequate input on topics of concern to make your views known to decision-makers. 

Meat Inspection Problem-Solving

AAMP helps its members to solve inspection problems they encounter in the course of day-to-day product production and business with personal attention and advice.  AAMP helps members who are having problems seek fair solutions directly with the federal and state inspection agencies. AAMP also provides immediate telephone advice on SSOP's, sanitation, HACCP, and other problems.

Supporting Documentation for HACCP Plans   (members only)

AAMP has collected numerous papers to help its members support the reason why certain critical limits are chosen throughout HACCP plans.

Representation Before Food Safety & Inspection Service and State Inspection Agencies

AAMP frequently meets with the regulators at both the federal and state levels to make sure that the interests of its members are considered.  When new regulations are proposed, AAMP provides input to make sure that small business interests are taken into account.
    

Education - Workshops and Seminars

Regular hands-on educational programs in various parts of the country that give operators instruction in new products, new technology, new management ideas, and food safety, including HACCP. 

Education - Audio and Video

Cassettes provide a low-cost opportunity for home study. Learning and training tapes offer information on a multitude of topics and timely subjects. 

Management Consulting Service

The Association staff provides assistance to members with individual business problems. Advice may range from administrative concerns to operational questions. 

Supplier Information

AAMP membership is also open to suppliers to the meat industry. They readily provide information and advice on products, services and resources that can be helpful to operators seeking assistance. 

Gold Book All members receive the Gold Book free, a resource directory of AAMP supplier and business operator members, including contact person, phone numbers and descriptions.  Membership contact infomration can also be accessed online (members only).

Membership Plaque

On first year's renewal, AAMP members receive a distinctive membership plaque, suitable for counter or wall display.