News & Updates

ATLANTA — Zaxbys® is continuing its expansion into the western U.S. with the opening of its first-ever Phoenix, Ariz. location. Located at 37756 N. Gantzel Rd., the new Zaxbys is owned and operated by Brian and Jessica Nelson of Bockbock LLC. It will be open for dine-in and drive-thru service starting on Aug. 13. In celebration of the opening, on Aug. 19 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. local time, ... read more

Making “improvements on the business” will be emphasized as the list of Popeyes’ competitors grows. ... read more

Data reveals generational differences in purchasing behavior and taste profiles for poultry. ... read more

It is the celebration of an achievement built by thousands of producers, cooperatives and companies. ... read more

SALISBURY, Md. — On Maryland’s Lower Eastern Shore, more than 47 percent of households struggle to afford the state’s high cost of living and don’t earn enough to afford necessities, according to the 2025 ALICE Report. As part of a commitment to help ease that burden for its Lower Shore neighbors, Perdue Farms and its associates have delivered $302,955 to the United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore since December ... read more

Future Biomedical Advanced Research and Development Authority (BARDA)-funded research will focus on “evidence-based, ethically grounded solutions – like whole virus vaccines and novel disease platforms.” ... read more

The Maple Leaf Prime and Mina brands resonate strongly with Canadian consumers, CEO says. ... read more

COLLEGE STATION, Texas — The Poultry Science Association recently recognized faculty, staff and former students of the Texas A&M University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Department of Poultry Science for their exceptional contributions to education and outreach in the poultry industry. Dr. Greg Archer, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service poultry specialist and professor’ and Lesley Gleason ’09, a lecturer and program manager for undergraduate student development and industry relations, ... read more

McDonald’s executives discuss chicken’s popularity with diners in the U.S., Germany, Australia and China. ... read more

France’s leading poultry company has set out further details on its sustainability targets, covering its carbon footprint, water use and biodiversity. ... read more

The industry has been hit by disease outbreaks, high input costs and low product prices. ... read more

The proposed merger between the two Brazil-based protein producers remains subject to regulatory approvals. ... read more

AUBURN, Ala. — Researchers at Auburn University recently developed new methods for safely using poultry processing wastewater for food-grade hydroponic crop production. By eliminating pathogens, like salmonella, the research team was able to use wastewater from a poultry processing plant to grow romaine lettuce safe for human consumption. The breakthrough promises not only a cost-effective means of irrigating crops with poultry byproduct water, but also better water conservation. A team ... read more

SPRINGDALE, Ark. — Tyson Foods announces third-quarter sales of $13.884 billion, an increase of 4 percent from last year, in its most recent quarterly and nine-month financial report. “Our third quarter results demonstrate the strength of our multi-protein, multi-channel portfolio and our relentless focus on operational excellence,” Donnie King, Tyson Foods president and CEO, said. “Delivering our fifth consecutive quarter of year-over-year growth across sales, adjusted operating income and ... read more

WASHIINGTON — Leaders in the U.S. agriculture industry are applauding the Aug. 2 Senate confirmation of Luke J. Lindberg as USDA under secretary for trade and foreign agricultural affairs. “We are thrilled to have Luke join our team and I have full faith that his drive and deep experience will ensure we not only defend our producers, but also open new doors to global trade,” Brooke Rollins, USDA agriculture secretary, ... read more