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Contract tracing has not yet identified the source of the fatal infection. ... read more

GETTYSBURG, Pa. — In a recent announcement Global Eggs, which has major egg companies in Brazil and Spain, has entered into an acquisition agreement in the United States with Hillandale Farms valued at $1.1 billion. The agreement is subject to regulatory review by U.S. authorities. Global Eggs (Luxembourg Holding Co.) is controlled by Ricardo Faria. In Brazil, Global Egg’s Granja Faria company houses 4.5 million breeding birds and produces, on ... read more

WASHINGTON – The USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has awarded more than $15.3 million towards research projects that enhance preparedness and prevention, early detection, and timely response to some of the most damaging diseases threatening U.S. livestock. “These projects will provide producers, veterinarians, and States with tools to better control, treat, and recover from foreign animal disease outbreaks,” said Michael Watson, APHIS Administrator, in a press release. ... read more

Small and medium sized eggs, which are not typically used for retail, will be included in the annual event. ... read more

ALEXANDRIA, Va. — The North American Renderers Association announces that the third annual National Rendering Day will be observed on Monday, April 21. During the inaugural National Rendering Day in 2023, NARA and National Day Calendar issued a proclamation recognizing rendering with this important national day. The date of April 21st was specifically chosen to fall on the day before Earth Day (April 22) in order to represent the sustainable ... read more

New tools can identify the serotypes present and tell you where in the supply chain they are found. ... read more

This Brazilian capital company is becoming one of the largest egg producers in the world with operations abroad. ... read more

ARLINGTON, Va. — In-person attendees at the Animal Agriculture Alliance’s 2025 Stakeholders Summit will have exclusive access to a security panel discussing response gaps in cybersecurity, biosecurity, and animal rights activism. The 2025 Summit, set for April 30-May 2 in Arlington, Va., is themed “Food for Thought: Dishing on Sustainability.” A virtual recording pass is also available. To register or purchase a recording pass, click here. Security experts from the ... read more

GAINESVILLE, Ga. — Mexican officials have confirmed the country’s first human death from H5N1 avian influenza is a 3-year-old girl, who was also the first confirmed human case in Mexico. The young girl, a resident of the state of Durango, passed away on April 8 at a hospital in Torreón where she was initially being treated with oseltamivir, the Mexican Ministry of Health reports. After initial positive test results, it ... read more

The technology gives producers an additional tool besides biosecurity for improving disease control. ... read more

The egg producer’s Class A Stock, previously held only by family members, was converted to common stock and will be offered at $92.75 per share to the public. ... read more

Arkansas governor submits waiver to USDA in hopes of encouraging low-income residents of the state to eat better. ... read more

WASHINGTON — U.S. Reps. Sarah McBride (D-Del.) and Mike Lawler (R-N.Y.) have introduced a piece of legislation to help protect poultry producers and strengthen U.S. agricultural biosecurity. The “Supporting Avian Virus Eradication (SAVE) Our Poultry Act” is described as a “highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) high-priority research and extension area within the USDA.” “The bill aims to strengthen biosecurity protocols and support research into effective prevention – safeguarding producers, the ... read more

ATLANTA — Zaxbys is bringing its fan-favorite Chicken Fingerz and full menu lineup out West with its first-ever Las Vegas, Nev., restaurant opening. Located at 5290 Blue Diamond Rd., the new Zaxbys is owned and operated by Royce Chow and Jie Zhou of Zax Nevada LLC. It opened for dine-in and drive-thru service on April 14. In celebration of the opening, on April 22 at 10 a.m. there will be ... read more

Community poultry farms attract criticism as possible centers of disease transmission. ... read more