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ARLINGTON, Va. — The Meat Institute’s Executive Board has elected Peter Bozzo, executive vice president of Michael’s Finer Meats and Seafoods to serve as chairman of the Board of Directors to replace former board chairman Jim Snee who is retiring as CEO and president of Hormel Foods. “We are fortunate to have benefited from the wisdom and leadership of Jim Snee and we are excited to welcome the next ... read more

Social media campaign featuring Wayne Brady drives Air Fryer Ready Crispy Wing sales. ... read more

The technologies of today could change how the chicken industry engages with chicken consumer of tomorrow. ... read more

WASHINGTON — Ahead of the Aug. 1 deadline, the United States and European Union reached a tariff trade agreement that states a single 15 percent tariff rate on the majority of European exports, as well as an investment of hundreds of billions of dollars into American industry and energy. President Donald Trump and EU Executive Commission President Ursula von der Leyen made the announcement during the president’s trip to Scotland ... read more

The House Agriculture Committee seeks a solution to how a California law affects agriculture production in other states. ... read more

U.K. company says new premium poultry business growth, plant’s clearance to export pork to China and Pets at Home business partnership were big boosts during the period. ... read more

The transaction is effective immediately and Wayne-Sanderson Farms expects minimal changes to day-to-day operations. ... read more

GREENFIELD, Ind. — Elanco Animal Health Inc. has released its annual Impact Report, showcasing its efforts to enhance animal care, not just improving the lives of animals but also the people who care for them, the company said, adding that, reflecting on its purpose and strategic alignment, the report introduces a new framework centered on key communities of impact, celebrating Elanco's culture of “Going Beyond” for animals, customers, society, and ... read more

Maureen Stickel, director of international program development with the World Poultry Foundation, joins Mark Clements, editor-in-chief, poultry, WATT Global Media, to look at the organization’s transformative work with small-scale poultry producers. ... read more

Findings of new study reveal an innovative approach that could boost egg production in broilers. ... read more

Vaccination may be the best way to win against the costly mutation game of this virally induced cancer. ... read more

The next frontier in keeping workers safe, deboning lines, disinfection and industry 4.0. ... read more

LAFAYETTE, Ga. — Pilgrim’s, one of the nation’s largest chicken and meat producers, announces it is building a new $400 million, multi-phase prepared foods facility in Walker County, Georgia. This new facility, when at full capacity, will add 630 new jobs to Northwest Georgia. “Expanding the Pilgrim’s footprint in Georgia highlights our ongoing commitment to the region and our company’s long-term growth strategy,” Fabio Sandri, Pilgrim’s CEO, said. “This significant ... read more

The chain seeks to make the moniker for July 27 its own. ... read more

TUCKER, Ga. — Industry professionals recently gathered in Nashville, Tenn., for the 2025 USPOULTRY Hatchery-Breeder Clinic, where leading experts shared targeted strategies to optimize hatchery and breeder performance. The two-day event featured sessions on breeder nutrition, holding and transportation challenges, incubation management, chick quality, fertility challenges and the growing importance of automation and technology in streamlining operations. As part of his presentation on “Feeding Today’s Pullets for Overall Performance,” Dr. ... read more