Major Group SIC 5421 - Meat And Fish (seafood) Markets, Incl...

SIC 5421 - Meat And Fish (seafood) Markets, Including Freezer Provisioners

SIC 54 - Food Stores
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- SIC 542 - Meat And Fish (seafood) Markets, Including Freezer Provisioners
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  - SIC 5421 - Meat And Fish (seafood) Markets, Including Freezer Provisioners
    SIC 5421 - Meat And Fish (seafood) Markets, Including Freezer Provisioners

Establishments primarily engaged in the retail sale of fresh, frozen, or cured meats, fish, shellfish, and other seafoods. This industry includes establishments primarily engaged in the retail sale, on a bulk basis, of meat for freezer storage and in providing home freezer plans. Meat markets may butcher animals on their own account, or they may buy from others. Food locker plants primarily engaged in renting locker space for the storage of food products for individual households are classified in Industry 4222. Establishments primarily engaged in the retail sale of poultry are classified in Industry 5499.

Industry trends:

One of the latest qualitative trends in the Meat and Fish (Seafood) Markets, including Freezer Provisioners (NAICS 5421), is the increasing consumer demand for sustainably sourced and organically produced meat and seafood. Many consumers are becoming more environmentally conscious, opting for products that have certifications such as MSC (Marine Stewardship Council) for seafood or USDA Organic for meat. This shift is driving suppliers to adopt more sustainable practices, from catch methods to packaging.

Another significant trend is the growing popularity of direct-to-consumer (DTC) models. Many businesses in this industry are leveraging e-commerce platforms to provide fresh and frozen products directly to consumers' doorsteps, bypassing traditional retail channels. This trend has been accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic, which led to a surge in online shopping and home delivery services.

Technological innovations are also playing a critical role. Advanced freezing technologies and vacuum-sealed packaging are extending the shelf life of meat and seafood products, ensuring freshness and reducing waste. Additionally, blockchain technology is being explored to enhance traceability and transparency, allowing consumers to track the journey of their food from source to table, thereby building trust and brand loyalty.

Looking ahead, these trends are expected to continue shaping the industry. Sustainability will likely remain a key focus, with increased regulatory pressures and consumer advocacy pushing for more responsible sourcing practices. Meanwhile, the DTC model and technological advancements will continue to evolve, offering new opportunities for market expansion and operational efficiencies.

This industry is comprised of:

Fish markets-retail

Freezer food plans, meat-retail

Freezer provisioners, meat-retail

Frozen food and freezer plans, meat-retail

Meat markets-retail

Seafood markets-retail

Explore related industries:

SIC 2013 - Sausages and Other Prepared Meat Products SIC 4222 - Refrigerated Warehousing And Storage SIC 5147 - Meats And Meat Products

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