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  • Hannibal-LaGrange University receives $7K USPOULTRY Foundation student recruiting grant
    TUCKER, Ga. — The USPOULTRY Foundation awards a $7,000 student recruiting grant to Hannibal-LaGrange University in Hannibal, Mo. Through its bachelor’s degree in business administration with a concentration in agribusiness, HLGU equips students with a solid foundation in business principles and industry-specific knowledge, preparing them for successful careers in the poultry industry and other related fields. The agribusiness program features a small demonstration farm on campus, which currently houses 42 chickens as the foundation of an egg production operation. This fall, the program will expand to include egg incubation and the beginning stages of raising meat chickens. . . Register or Login to keep reading Thank you for your interest in accessing the complete content. To continue reading, please register for free. By registering, you'll gain full access to our valuable resources, updates, and insights. If you already have an account please Log In. The post Hannibal-LaGrange University receives $7K USPOULTRY Foundation student recruiting grant appeared first on poultrytimes.com. ... read more
    Published on 2024-12-12By Staff Edit
  • TAMU: Controlling infectious disease between wildlife and livestock on shared rangeland
    COLLEGE STATION, Texas — The H5N1 bird flu — widespread in wild birds worldwide and the cause of outbreaks in poultry, U.S. dairy cows and even several recent human cases among agricultural workers – is a prime example of mixed species disease transmission occurring where wildlife and livestock interact. Dr. Sapna Chitlapilly Dass, Texas A&M University assistant professor in microbial ecology and microbiome interactions, Department of Animal Science, is studying the ongoing threat of emerging pathogens that can necessitate prompt deployment of medical countermeasures for life-saving interventions. And Dass, also a Texas A&M AgriLife researcher in the. . . Register or Login to keep reading Thank you for your interest in accessing the complete content. To continue reading, please register for free. By registering, you'll gain full access to our valuable resources, updates, and insights. If you already have an account please Log In. The post TAMU: Controlling infectious disease between wildlife and livestock on shared rangeland appeared first on poultrytimes.com. ... read more
    Published on 2024-12-12By Guest Author
  • Tyson Foods reports its 4Q and FY 2024 results
    SPRINGDALE, Ark. — Tyson Foods Inc. reports the following results for its fourth quarter and fiscal year 2024. Fiscal 2024 highlights: Sales of $53.309 billion, up 0.8 percent from prior year. GAAP operating income of $1.409 billion, up $1.804 million from prior year. Adjusted operating income of $1.820 billion, up 95 percent from prior year. GAAP EPS of $2.25, up $4.12 from prior year. Adjusted EPS of $3.10, up 131 percent from prior year. Total company GAAP operating margin of 2. . . Register or Login to keep reading Thank you for your interest in accessing the complete content. To continue reading, please register for free. By registering, you'll gain full access to our valuable resources, updates, and insights. If you already have an account please Log In. The post Tyson Foods reports its 4Q and FY 2024 results appeared first on poultrytimes.com. ... read more
    Published on 2024-12-11By Staff Edit
  • USDA orders mandatory H5N1 testing on raw milk
    WASHINGTON — Enhancing its procedures to keep highly pathogenic avian influenza H5N1 out of the nation’s dairy cattle herds, the USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Services announces the beginning of its new National Milk Testing Strategy. The department says that this new testing strategy builds on steps taken from the USDA, as well as federal and state partners, which began when the virus was first detected in dairy herds back in March. USDA says that it is issuing this as a new Federal Order along with accompanying guidance which will require raw, unpasteurized milk samples be collected across. . . Register or Login to keep reading Thank you for your interest in accessing the complete content. To continue reading, please register for free. By registering, you'll gain full access to our valuable resources, updates, and insights. If you already have an account please Log In. The post USDA orders mandatory H5N1 testing on raw milk appeared first on poultrytimes.com. ... read more
    Published on 2024-12-11By David Strickland
  • ProEgg Cooperative announces Greg Bilobran as new CEO
    AURORA, Colo. — ProEgg, a farmer-owned cooperative of egg producers with farms across the United States, recently named Greg Bilobran as the organization’s new chief executive officer. With more than 22 years of experience in strategic planning, operations, finance, supply chain and logistics, Bilobran will lead the cooperative through improving cash conversion for ProEgg’s members, enhancing logistics and business operations, and creating raving fans through a customer-centric approach, the group announced. “We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Greg as ProEgg’s new CEO,” Ross Dean, ProEgg board member and senior vice president of. . . Register or Login to keep reading Thank you for your interest in accessing the complete content. To continue reading, please register for free. By registering, you'll gain full access to our valuable resources, updates, and insights. If you already have an account please Log In. The post ProEgg Cooperative announces Greg Bilobran as new CEO appeared first on poultrytimes.com. ... read more
    Published on 2024-12-10By Staff Edit
  • Turkey industry is resilient to challenges and evolving with new opportunities
    WASHINGTON — The U.S. commercial turkey industry has faced both significant challenges and remarkable growth this past year. From navigating animal health concerns to responding to shifting consumer preferences, turkey producers have demonstrated resilience and adaptability. As 2024 unfolds, the industry stands poised to continue its evolution, adapting to new opportunities in international markets and consumer preferences.   Avian Metapneumovirus and Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza Avian Metapneumovirus (AMPV) and Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) are two challenges that have impacted the U.S. turkey industry significantly this past year, underscoring the ongoing need for additional resources and robust. . . Register or Login to keep reading Thank you for your interest in accessing the complete content. To continue reading, please register for free. By registering, you'll gain full access to our valuable resources, updates, and insights. If you already have an account please Log In. The post Turkey industry is resilient to challenges and evolving with new opportunities appeared first on poultrytimes.com. ... read more
    Published on 2024-12-10By Guest Author
  • Wayne-Sanderson completes $25M renovation of N.C. feed mill
    OAKWOOD, Ga. — Wayne-Sanderson Farms has completed a $25 million renovation and upgrade of its Mocksville Feed Mill facility. This facility, which was acquired in 2022 from J.P. Milling, now features state-of-the-art renovations, and has the capacity to produce 4,500 tons of feed each week to serve more than 140 family farms in the area that serves the company’s processing facility in Dobson, N.C. “Our farm partners depend on a steady supply of quality nutrition and the renovations were imperative to continue to support their needs and satisfy demand for our. . . Register or Login to keep reading Thank you for your interest in accessing the complete content. To continue reading, please register for free. By registering, you'll gain full access to our valuable resources, updates, and insights. If you already have an account please Log In. The post Wayne-Sanderson completes $25M renovation of N.C. feed mill appeared first on poultrytimes.com. ... read more
    Published on 2024-12-09By Staff Edit
  • Poultry exports are making their way around the world, even through difficult times
    TUCKER, Ga. — No news is good news. Bad news sells. You hate to be cynical, but it can be hard to not concur with those observations when your industry or organization is thrust suddenly into the public eye. Because when that happens, it’s usually not to announce that all is well. Most Americans likely don’t spend much time thinking about U.S. exports, let alone poultry and egg exports. When they ponder chicken, turkey, duck, and eggs, it’s probably about their taste, price, and menu possibilities. They’re not spending much or any time wondering about animal. . . Register or Login to keep reading Thank you for your interest in accessing the complete content. To continue reading, please register for free. By registering, you'll gain full access to our valuable resources, updates, and insights. If you already have an account please Log In. The post Poultry exports are making their way around the world, even through difficult times appeared first on poultrytimes.com. ... read more
    Published on 2024-12-09By Guest Author
  • Cleveland Community College awarded $7K USPOULTRY Foundation student recruiting grant
    TUCKER, Ga. — The USPOULTRY Foundation awards a $7,000 student recruiting grant to Cleveland Community College in Shelby, N.C. CCC successfully completed its second year offering applied animal science courses to students in the agriculturally rich foothills of North Carolina. Through its Associate in Applied Animal Science Technology degree program, CCC provides students with a strong foundational education, preparing them for careers in the poultry industry and related fields. To foster engagement with the poultry industry, the animal science program organized a variety of field trips and events in collaboration with Case Farms, the Farm Bureau, 4-H and. . . Register or Login to keep reading Thank you for your interest in accessing the complete content. To continue reading, please register for free. By registering, you'll gain full access to our valuable resources, updates, and insights. If you already have an account please Log In. The post Cleveland Community College awarded $7K USPOULTRY Foundation student recruiting grant appeared first on poultrytimes.com. ... read more
    Published on 2024-12-06By Staff Edit
  • Preparations are going strong for the upcoming IPPE 2025
    ATLANTA — Growers, service technicians, office personnel, students, researchers, and more are all gearing up to convene on Atlanta, Ga., for the 2025 International Production & Processing Expo. This year will mark the U.S. Poultry & Egg Association’s 77th annual International Poultry Expo; and it will also be the 13th annual event where the American Feed Industry Association’s International Feed Expo, and the Meat Institute’s International Meat Expo, all join together to form the IPPE. Held at the Georgia World Congress Center in downtown Atlanta, show days and times will be: · Tuesday, Jan. 28: 10 a.m. . . Register or Login to keep reading Thank you for your interest in accessing the complete content. To continue reading, please register for free. By registering, you'll gain full access to our valuable resources, updates, and insights. If you already have an account please Log In. The post Preparations are going strong for the upcoming IPPE 2025 appeared first on poultrytimes.com. ... read more
    Published on 2024-12-06By David Strickland
  • Gamers scramble their way through AEB’s ‘Tower of Eggs’ pop-up in Roblox
    CHICAGO — The American Egg Board announces the launch of a first-of-its-kind, in-game activation exclusively in Roblox, an immersive gaming and creation platform: a “Tower of Eggs” pop-up filled with a dozen delicious egg recipes. Featured in popular Roblox obby (obstacle-course) games now through Feb. 5, 2025, it's an “uneggspected” way for players to explore the unlimited potential of eggs to fuel their day — and gameplay. With a challenge to make recipes like Sausage, Egg and Cheese Roll-Ups and Ramen Carbonara, players will run, jump and duck their way through a four-level. . . Register or Login to keep reading Thank you for your interest in accessing the complete content. To continue reading, please register for free. By registering, you'll gain full access to our valuable resources, updates, and insights. If you already have an account please Log In. The post Gamers scramble their way through AEB’s ‘Tower of Eggs’ pop-up in Roblox appeared first on poultrytimes.com. ... read more
    Published on 2024-12-05By Staff Edit
  • Cargill lays off 5 percent of its workforce, with job cuts impacting thousands of employees globally
    NEW YORK— Agribusiness giant Cargill is laying off thousands of its employees. Cargill confirmed that it would be reducing its global workforce by about 5 percent. In a statement sent to The Associated Press on Dec. 3, the food production company said that the cuts were part of a long-term strategy “to strengthen Cargill’s impact,” which includes realigning resources. Minnesota-based Cargill did not immediately provide further specifics around the layoffs. But a 2024 annual report from the company noted that it had more than 160,000 employees worldwide, meaning the latest job cuts would be set to. . . Register or Login to keep reading Thank you for your interest in accessing the complete content. To continue reading, please register for free. By registering, you'll gain full access to our valuable resources, updates, and insights. If you already have an account please Log In. The post Cargill lays off 5 percent of its workforce, with job cuts impacting thousands of employees globally appeared first on poultrytimes.com. ... read more
    Published on 2024-12-05By Guest Author
  • Perdue Farms’ new liquid barge ‘Miss Madeline’ sets sail
    SALISBURY, Md. — The “Miss Madeline,” an innovative new vessel within the Perdue AgriBusiness supply chain, was welcomed to the company’s hometown recently after completing its maiden voyage. In addition to being a milestone in Perdue Farms’ 104-year-old commitment to sustainability, the barge is named in honor of Madeline Perdue and her legacy as the beloved matriarch of the Perdue family. The Miss Madeline reflects PAB’s ongoing efforts to improve supply chain efficiencies and revolutionize freight transportation by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and easing road congestion, the company said, adding that, by replacing traditional truck and rail. . . Register or Login to keep reading Thank you for your interest in accessing the complete content. To continue reading, please register for free. By registering, you'll gain full access to our valuable resources, updates, and insights. If you already have an account please Log In. The post Perdue Farms’ new liquid barge ‘Miss Madeline’ sets sail appeared first on poultrytimes.com. ... read more
    Published on 2024-12-04By David Strickland
  • CPF presents its 2024 award winners at its annual conference
    MODESTO, Calif. — Every year at the California Poultry Federation Annual Conference and Meeting, held this year in Monterey, Calif., the federation recognizes outstanding people and companies for their exceptional service and contributions to the poultry industry. The 2024 honorees include: · Golden Rooster Award Richie King, Pitman Family Farms CEO, was chosen for the Golden Rooster Award, CPF's highest honor. King has served on the CPF Board of Directors for more than 20 years and joined Pitman Family Farms as its CEO in 2016. During his years on the Board, King has supported the industry, its members, and the CPF. . . Register or Login to keep reading Thank you for your interest in accessing the complete content. To continue reading, please register for free. By registering, you'll gain full access to our valuable resources, updates, and insights. If you already have an account please Log In. The post CPF presents its 2024 award winners at its annual conference appeared first on poultrytimes.com. ... read more
    Published on 2024-12-04By Guest Author
  • USDA launches agribusiness trade mission to Morocco
    CASABLANCA, Morocco — The USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service Administrator Daniel Whitley arrived in Casablanca on Dec. 2 to begin a USDA-sponsored agribusiness trade mission. Whitley is leading a delegation of nearly 50 U.S. agribusinesses and trade groups and 14 state departments of agriculture to expand U.S. farm and food exports to Morocco and other West African markets. “I am honored to lead this delegation to Casablanca as we work to strengthen vital connections, grow U.S. agricultural exports, and showcase the broad array of products American agriculture has to offer,” Whitley said. Morocco. . . Register or Login to keep reading Thank you for your interest in accessing the complete content. To continue reading, please register for free. By registering, you'll gain full access to our valuable resources, updates, and insights. If you already have an account please Log In. The post USDA launches agribusiness trade mission to Morocco appeared first on poultrytimes.com. ... read more
    Published on 2024-12-03By Staff Edit