News & Updates
- ADM, Alltech launch new North American animal feed joint ventureADM and Alltech have signed a definitive agreement to launch a North American animal feed joint venture, bringing together decades of experience and unparalleled capabilities to create new advantages for customers. ... read more
- Sterile layers could counter broiler breeder challengesA new approach that combines the egg-laying benefits of layers with the performance of broilers could combat animal welfare and infertility issues while reducing costs. ... read more
- Thomas Foods International buys closed Tyson plant in FloridaThe Australia-based company also has operations in New Jersey. ... read more
- Kemin Industries acquires CJ Bio subsidiary CJ Youtell BiotechSpecializing in enzymes and fermentation, the biotech company will transform the expansion of Kemin’s global enzyme production capabilities. ... read more
- Avian flu season starts early in South KoreaAs additional cases are reported in India and Taiwan, the disease situation appears to be improving in the Philippines and Vietnam. ... read more
- KFC U.S. names Melissa Cash as chief marketing officerPLANO, Texas — KFC U.S. announces that Melissa Cash has been named chief marketing officer, effective as of Sept. 16. Cash will report to Catherine Tan-Gillespie, president of KFC U.S., who previously held the CMO position before her promotion in April 2025. In her role as CMO of KFC U.S., Cash will be the driving force for the brand’s modern marketing strategy, leading brand strategy, calendar, food innovation, integrated marketing, ... read more
- Future of Canada’s temporary foreign worker program uncertainCanadian Meat Council official says the new government will need to sift through the battle between emotions and the fact that immigrant workers are needed in agriculture. ... read more
- Egg crack prevention requires an industry-wide effortCracks are a food safety and quality issue that can happen throughout the entire supply chain. ... read more
- US Turkey Prices Skyrocket Ahead of ThanksgivingTom breast meat prices just hit an all-time high and are still climbing. ... read more
- Bird flu confirmed in Minnesota commercial turkey flockST. PAUL, Minn. — A commercial turkey flock in Redwood County, Minn., has been confirmed with highly pathogenic avian influenza. This is the first detection in the state since April. “Though we remain hopeful that we can eliminate HPAI in Minnesota’s poultry stock, this case was not wholly unexpected as we move into the migration season for wild waterfowl,” Dr. Shauna Voss, Minnesota Board of Animal Health assistant director, ... read more
- The Golden Egg Award goes to… Colombia!Latin America strengthens its position as a world leader in the egg industry. ... read more
- Duck farming 101: Biosecurity, tradition and innovation [PODCAST]Elizabeth Doughman, editor, WATT PoultryUSA and Poultry Future, and Joey and Michael Jurgielewicz, Joe Jurgielewicz & Son, talk about what makes duck production unique. ... read more
- Lanier named North Carolina Poultry Federation directorHer work experience includes roles as public relations director and antibiotic-free turkey production manager for Prestage Farms. ... read more
- Foster Farms appoints new chief commercial officerLIVINGSTON, Calif. — Foster Farms recently announced the appointment of Riz Akbar as its new chief commercial officer, adding that in this role, he will oversee the company’s commercial strategy as it continues to invest in growing its brand. Akbar brings more than 20 years of experience driving brand growth and developing commercial strategies at major consumer packaged goods organizations to his new job, the company noted in its announcement. ... read more
- Atria launches five-year strategy for growthTogether 2030 plan aims to accelerate the Finland-based company's vision to become the leading food producer in northern Europe. ... read more