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  • NCC requests 90-day comment period extension on Salmonella Framework proposals
    WASHINGTON — On Sept. 13, the National Chicken Council requested an additional 90-day extension for the comment period to the USDA Food Safety and Inspection Service’s proposed Salmonella Framework, citing unanswered questions and recent unfulfilling public meetings. When the USDA announced in its Constituent Update two webinars with the focus of sharing the science behind the framework for raw poultry products, NCC noted its approval, noting that this would be an opportunity to learn more about the models, reports and complex risk assessments, as well as an opportunity for participants to ask technical and clarifying questions. “Unfortunately, these webinars. . . 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 NCC requests 90-day comment period extension on Salmonella Framework proposals appeared first on poultrytimes.com. ... read more
    Published on 2024-09-16By David Strickland
  • A first-hand look into a North Georgia Agribusiness Center’s educational opportunities
    GAINESVILLE, Ga. — Located in the heart of the “poultry capital of the world” is the Agribusiness Center of Hall County, Ga. The organization states that their mission is, “to provide Hall County students with hands-on, real-world opportunities, which allow them to develop skills and pursue future occupations in the numerous career pathways available in Georgia’s Agri-Business economy.” The Hall County Board of Education purchased the 51 acres of land for local students to learn more about the agriculture and poultry industries. Superintendent of Hall County Schools, Will Schofield, talked about some of the students, saying “I. . . 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 A first-hand look into a North Georgia Agribusiness Center’s educational opportunities appeared first on poultrytimes.com. ... read more
    Published on 2024-09-16By Elizabeth Bobenhausen
  • Wayne-Sanderson Farms earns 23 safety awards at national conference
    OAKWOOD, Ga. — Wayne-Sanderson Farms has again been recognized by the Joint Poultry Safety & Health Council for its exceptional safety programs and performance, the company announced, adding that 23 of its facilities garnered awards at this year’s National Safety Conference for the Poultry Industry, with nine facilities earning the highest honor, an Award of Distinction. The annual awards recognize safety programs implemented by members of the poultry industry’s National Chicken Council, National Turkey Federation and U.S. Poultry and Egg Association to improve safety performance and recognize high achievers in reducing workplace injuries and illnesses. Wayne-Sanderson. . . 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 Farms earns 23 safety awards at national conference appeared first on poultrytimes.com. ... read more
    Published on 2024-09-13By Staff Edit
  • Chicken Salad Chick launches annual childhood cancer research campaign
    ATLANTA — Chicken Salad Chick has begun its annual “Cookies for a CURE” promotion in partnership with CURE Childhood Cancer, a national nonprofit organization dedicated to funding life-changing pediatric cancer research for children and families across the country. This fall, guests can enjoy Chicken Salad Chick's limited-time Lemon Burst Buttercream Cookies for a good cause. All proceeds from sales of the Lemon Burst Buttercream Cookies will go directly to CURE Childhood Cancer throughout the month of September, also known as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. During the last two Septembers, Chicken Salad Chick raised more than $80,000 for. . . 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 Chicken Salad Chick launches annual childhood cancer research campaign appeared first on poultrytimes.com. ... read more
    Published on 2024-09-13By Staff Edit
  • Texas A&M AgriLife home to top animal science researchers, according to Research.com
    COLLEGE STATION, Texas — Texas A&M University College of Agriculture and Life Sciences Department of Animal Science and Texas A&M AgriLife Research faculty have secured the number one and number two spots in the most recent edition of Research.com’s ranking of the best scientists in “Animal Science and Veterinary.” Dr. Fuller Bazer, is highlighted as the top researcher in the world in the ranking with a D-index of 132. Ranking at spot number two in the world is Dr. Guoyao Wu, with a D-index of 131. The two have independently and collaboratively led. . . 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 Texas A&M AgriLife home to top animal science researchers, according to Research.com appeared first on poultrytimes.com. ... read more
    Published on 2024-09-12By Guest Author
  • Empowering leadership, balancing roles, managing stress, building trust
    TUCKER, Ga. — In a series of impactful presentations, industry experts shared their wisdom on navigating leadership, stress management, team building and financial planning at the 2024 U.S. Poultry & Egg Association’s Women’s Leadership Conference in Destin, Fla. The recent conference offered attendees a diverse lineup of speakers aimed at advancing career growth and development for women leaders in any industry, not just poultry and egg, organizers said, adding that the sessions provided a deep dive into essential leadership skills, equipping attendees with the tools necessary for success. The panel, “Leading While Living: How Do Leaders Do It. . . 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 Empowering leadership, balancing roles, managing stress, building trust appeared first on poultrytimes.com. ... read more
    Published on 2024-09-12By Staff Edit
  • Perdue partners with SustainaBase to enhance sustainability initiatives
    SALISBURY, Md. — Perdue Farms announces a new strategic partnership with SustainaBase, a carbon accounting platform, to further strengthen the company’s commitment to environmental stewardship. This collaboration will provide Perdue Farms with advanced tools to accurately measure, monitor, and manage their carbon footprint across operations, reinforcing their dedication to sustainable practices and transparent reporting, the company noted. Perdue Farms has been diligently tracking and reducing its Scope 1 & 2 emissions during the past decade. The partnership with SustainaBase will now allow the company to start capturing Scope 3 emissions. By leveraging this technology, Perdue Farms customers are expected 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 Perdue partners with SustainaBase to enhance sustainability initiatives appeared first on poultrytimes.com. ... read more
    Published on 2024-09-11By Staff Edit
  • Meyn celebrates 65 years of poultry processing innovation
    OOSTZAAN, the Netherlands — On Sept. 9, Meyn began celebrations for its 65th anniversary. Since its founding in 1959, Meyn has consistently pushed the boundaries of innovation, revolutionizing the poultry processing industry with cutting-edge technologies and solutions, the company noted. For more than six decades, Meyn has been at the forefront of the industry, introducing game-changing innovations such as the Apollo 4, the Maestro, and the Rapid Plus, the company said, adding that these products have not only set new standards in efficiency and quality but have also solidified Meyn's reputation as a pioneer in poultry processing. “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 Meyn celebrates 65 years of poultry processing innovation appeared first on poultrytimes.com. ... read more
    Published on 2024-09-11By Staff Edit
  • CDC issues warning after 65 illnesses stemming from recalled eggs
    GAINESVILLE, Ga. — Milo’s Poultry Farm, Bonduel, Wis., has recalled all of its branded eggs with the labels “Milo’s Poultry Farm” and “Tony’s Fresh Market” after an investigation from the U.S. Food and Drug Administration revealed that these eggs have the potential to be contaminated with salmonella. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention also issued a warning and noted that 65 people from 9 states have gotten sick from the same strain of salmonella believed to be linked to these products. The products were shipped to be sold in Wisconsin, Illinois and Michigan through retail stores. . . 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 CDC issues warning after 65 illnesses stemming from recalled eggs appeared first on poultrytimes.com. ... read more
    Published on 2024-09-10By David Strickland
  • Live Production, Welfare and Biosecurity Seminar to address production efficiencies
    NASHVILLE, Tenn. — The poultry industry has long faced various challenges and opportunities, but one issue that remains at the forefront is bird welfare. This year, the National Chicken Council, National Turkey Federation, United Egg Producers and U.S. Poultry & Egg Association are joining forces again for the 2024 Live Production, Welfare and Biosecurity Seminar. Scheduled for Oct. 3-4 at the Embassy Suites by Hilton Downtown in Nashville, Tenn., this seminar aims to address these ongoing concerns. “Production efficiencies, welfare and biosecurity best practices are ongoing priorities for those involved in live production,” Rusty Langle, Peco Foods. . . 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 Live Production, Welfare and Biosecurity Seminar to address production efficiencies appeared first on poultrytimes.com. ... read more
    Published on 2024-09-10By Staff Edit
  • Six ways to elevate biosecurity implementation for maximum pathogen control
    GREENFIELD, Ind. — Biosecurity, the practice of protecting farm animals from diseases, has become an increasingly important issue as poultry production continues to grow, and with it, the prevalence of disease. Most recently, the threat of H5N1 highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) has raised the stakes on how important biosecurity is to farms and integrators. As of July 2024, more than 97 million cases of HPAI had been detected in U.S. wild aquatic birds, commercial poultry and backyard flocks since January 2022. Disease outbreaks can impact trade, cause financial losses and affect the price of poultry products, placing a significant. . . 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 Six ways to elevate biosecurity implementation for maximum pathogen control appeared first on poultrytimes.com. ... read more
    Published on 2024-09-09By Guest Author
  • Unique chicken line advances research on human autoimmune disease
    FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — A unique chicken breed is helping researchers better understand vitiligo, an autoimmune disease that affects 1-2 percent of the world’s population. In vitiligo, the immune system attacks cells called melanocytes, causing skin pigment to disappear. The effects are more than skin deep. “Autoimmune diseases are multifactorial and non-communicable, and one is often associated with other autoimmune disorders. They call it the kaleidoscope of autoimmunity,” Dr. Gisela Erf, professor of immunology with the Arkansas Agricultural Experiment Station, said. “Vitiligo in humans, is strongly associated with autoimmune thyroiditis where the thyroid gland becomes attacked by the immune. . . 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 Unique chicken line advances research on human autoimmune disease appeared first on poultrytimes.com. ... read more
    Published on 2024-09-09By Guest Author
  • New studies show eating eggs may support brain health
    In a mini-series of articles, Poultry Times is looking at the health benefits of the various poultry industry product segments. This article looks at the health benefits of eggs and a recent study showing a relationship with reduced Alzheimer’s risk. GAINESVILLE, Ga. — Despite what many people think, eggs are very healthy for a person to eat. Poultry Times recently spoke with Dr. Mickey Rubin and Marc Dresner of the American Egg Board. Rubin is the vice president of research and the executive director of the Egg Nutrition Center. Marc Dresner is AEB’s director of integrated. . . 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 New studies show eating eggs may support brain health appeared first on poultrytimes.com. ... read more
    Published on 2024-09-06By Elizabeth Bobenhausen
  • Cargill acquires feed mills in Colorado and Kansas
    MINNEAPOLIS — To grow with the ag retail and large ranching/ farming segments in the western and central regions of the U.S., Cargill has acquired two feed mills from Compana Pet Brands – one in Denver, Colo., and the other in Kansas City, Kan., the company announced, adding that with the addition of the two facilities, Cargill is better positioned to expand the production and distribution capabilities of its Animal Nutrition and Health business in the U.S. The transaction finalized on Sept. 3, 2024. Terms were not disclosed. “These two feed mills are a perfect fit for our Cargill 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 Cargill acquires feed mills in Colorado and Kansas appeared first on poultrytimes.com. ... read more
    Published on 2024-09-06By Staff Edit
  • Chick-fil-A Shared Table food donation program surpasses 30M meals
    ATLANTA — Chick-fil-A Inc. announces that the Chick-fil-A Shared Table® food donation program has provided more than 30 million meals to local communities in need across the United States and Canada, while also helping the company surpass its 2025 corporate social responsibility goal to divert 25 million pounds of food waste from landfills one year ahead of schedule. This significant achievement underscores the company's commitment to fighting hunger and food insecurity while also demonstrating environmental stewardship, Chick-fil-A added. Feeding America® estimates that 44 million Americans, including 13 million children, are food insecure – lacking access. . . 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 Chick-fil-A Shared Table food donation program surpasses 30M meals appeared first on poultrytimes.com. ... read more
    Published on 2024-09-05By Staff Edit