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WASHINGTON – After much anticipation, President Donald Trump has announced an executive order that will enact reciprocal tariffs on foreign imports. The president explained the percentages of these “half reciprocal tariffs” are based on a country’s current import tariffs on American goods. Some examples include a 34% tariff on Chinese goods, 20% tariff on goods from the European Union, and a 26% tariff on goods from India- compared to those ... read more

GAINESVILLE, Ga. — Officials still report that the threat of spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza from infected birds to people remains low, but with outbreaks still occurring; it is crucial to take precautions to prevent the spread of the virus. HPAI transmission can occur through the nasal discharges, saliva and fecal droppings of infected birds, USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service notes. The use of personal protective equipment ... read more

40 poultry flocks in Poland have been affected since the outbreak began in September 2024. ... read more

GEORGETOWN, Del. — The Delmarva chicken community raised 613 million chickens, produced 4.6 billion pounds of shelf- and table-ready chicken, and generated $4.8 billion in sales in 2024, new economic statistics show. The annual figures, compiled by Delmarva Chicken Association, measure the broad, stabilizing contribution that the chicken community makes to Delmarva's economy. Delmarva's chicken companies spent $1.3 billion on corn, wheat, soybeans and other feed ingredients in 2024, and ... read more

The poultry further processor recently announced an initiative involving chicken paws at the Alabama plant. ... read more

Tyson Foodservice might have presented the product as an April Fools’ Day joke, but apparently such a product does exist. ... read more

Over the past week, both Hungary and Poland have reported increased outbreaks of highly pathogenic avian influenza affecting poultry flocks. ... read more

WASHINGTON — An important lesson I’ve learned over the years is that success is built on the foundation of strong relationships. We are stronger when we work together, building trust, exploring new opportunities and navigating challenges. The same idea of relationships can also be said for our trading partners and if we want to keep agriculture moving forward, we need to ensure those connections remain strong. With 95 percent of ... read more

Retiring CEO Clint Rivers will remain as the as executive chairman of the board for Wayne-Sanderson Farms through the 2026 fiscal year. ... read more

While there are obvious geographical tensions between the two countries, that doesn’t appear to be the primary reason such trade is doubtful. ... read more

OAKWOOD, Ga. — Wayne-Sanderson Farms has promoted Kevin McDaniel to the position of president and CEO. “It is an honor to step into this new role and I am excited to lead our exceptional team at Wayne-Sanderson Farms,” McDaniel said. McDaniel will be succeeding Clint Rivers, now former president and CEO, who is remaining with the company through fiscal year 2026 as executive chairman of the board. Prior to this ... read more

GAINESVILLE, Ga. — The spring migration season is almost here, and with it will come more than 3 billion wild birds from warmer climates heading north, and as always is the case, the potential for additional spread of highly pathogenic avian influenza. Wild waterfowl such as ducks and geese have been culprits in the spread, but with the mutating of the H5N1 virus, additional species are now contributing to it ... read more

WEST COVINA, Calif. — Global restaurant, quick service restaurant chain Jollibee announces the launch of its first franchising program in the U.S. Best known for its Chickenjoy fried chicken, chicken sandwiches and other menu items, the chain is the flagship brand of Jollibee Foods Corp., also known as the Jollibee Group, one of the world's fastest-growing restaurant companies. Jollibee said that it is seeking high-caliber, multi-unit franchisees, who can not ... read more

With the exception of poultry meat and eggs, demand for animal protein is continuing to decline in Italy. ... read more

According to the World Organisation for Animal Health, this is the first time the disease has been discovered in the African country. ... read more