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The outbreak in the state was responsible for an estimated $112.3 million in lost sales during the year, a study reveals. ... read more

ATHENS, Ga. — Calling all chicken wranglers: If you raise free-range or pastured chickens on your commercial farm, researchers at the University of Georgia want to know what your feathered friends are eating. To find out, the research team at the UGA College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences wants your chicken poop for the Chicken Ecology and Ecosystem Services, or ChickEES, study. A multidisciplinary group of faculty with expertise including ... read more

OAKWOOD, Ga. — Wayne-Sanderson Farms announces a partnership with Vestwell to launch a new retirement savings program designed specifically for the company's more than 2,000 farm partners. This collaboration underscores a significant step toward bridging the savings gap for agricultural workers, one of the American economy's most essential yet traditionally underserved sectors, the company noted, adding that, farmers work tirelessly to feed the nation, yet many lack access to employer-sponsored ... read more

More foodservice outlets are taking advantage of chicken’s relative affordability and introducing new chicken tender products. ... read more

This is the state’s second commercial flock to be affected by the virus in 2025. ... read more

The post Alabama Poultry and Egg Association AD first appeared on poultrytimes.com. ... read more

The Democratic senator asks CEOs if the poultry company donated to the Trump-Vance inaugural committee because it and its majority stakeholder sought special favors. ... read more

The country has lost more than 5 million birds to the disease since September 2024. ... read more

ROSE HILL, N.C. — For 12 years, House of Raeford Farms has supported the dreams of students, and this year, the company notes, it is awarding scholarships to 33 promising individuals, helping them take one step closer to their goals. This is the highest number of recipients in the program’s history. “Youth development is one of the pillars that upholds the mission of House of Raeford Farms FLOCK, the ... read more

Brazil has regionalization agreements with some of its broiler meat importers, but sales to its main export market, China, are totally suspended. ... read more

TUCKER, Ga. — Avian influenza, or “bird flu,” is a contagious viral disease of domestic and wild birds that poses a significant threat to the poultry industry, animal health, trade and the worldwide economy. Biosecurity is a key concept to successfully implement to prevent viruses from infecting and spreading in poultry. An increased awareness of the importance of always having a comprehensive and practical biosecurity program in place on all ... read more

COLLEGE STATION, Texas — Have you ever wondered why chicken eggs can be different colors? While most eggs are white or brown, they also come in colors like cream, pink, blue and green. In addition — and this is no “yolk” — some are even speckled. According to a Texas A&M University AgriLife Extension Service poultry specialist, many factors can impact a hen’s egg-making process. Let’s shell out some information ... read more

The proposed combined company would be named MBRF Global Foods Company SA. ... read more

Fresh broiler meat sold at the U.K.’s largest supermarket chain is now sourced entirely from birds that meet Better Chicken Commitment space requirements. ... read more

Nick Fereday, executive director, Rabobank and Christine McCracken, protein analyst, also at Rabobank, share their thoughts on how chicken can benefit from the adoption of GLP-1 weight loss drugs, the Make America Healthy Again movement and other changes to consumer perceptions of health and nutrition. ... read more