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DENVER — Ongoing uncertainty about the direction of international trade policy is clouding the outlook for U.S. grain elevators and merchandisers, CoBank analysts note, adding that the lack of clarity surrounding tariffs with key U.S. trading partners like China has pulled new-crop sales well below historical averages. Many foreign buyers have reduced forward coverage and are buying in the spot market, complicating the picture for elevators and merchandisers that are ... read more

Four workers at the Tyson Fresh Meats plant in Waterloo, Iowa, died after testing positive for COVID-19. ... read more

ST. PAUL, Minn. — Diagnostic laboratories around the nation have not just been working, but working together to test, monitor, and assist in eradicating the ongoing outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza that began in 2022. The University of Minnesota’s Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory (VDL) recently reported that since July 2023 it has conducted more than 115,000 HPAI tests, which notes its key role for animal production in its state and ... read more

While the peak season for avian influenza among European poultry flocks appears to have passed, one new farm outbreak has occurred in each of Bulgaria and the Czech Republic. ... read more

The value of whole egg consumption highlighted as part of educational initiative aimed at Chinese adolescents and those seeking weight management. ... read more

WASHINGTON — As friends and families get ready to kick off summer by firing up the grill and serving foods at a cookout, the USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service is sharing some tips to keep celebrations safe. “Food safety is a year-round priority, but it’s especially important during summer months when we’re cooking outdoors and handling food in warmer temperatures,” Dr. Denise Eblen, FSIS administrator said. “We have ... read more

The Brazil-based meat and poultry company expects to be listed on the New York Stock Exchange on June 12. ... read more

WASHINGTON — U.S. egg farmers, led by United Egg Producers (UEP), the industry’s policy trade association, convened on Capitol Hill this week to meet with U.S. House and Senate agriculture leaders, members of Congress, USDA and U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) officials. They were advocating for urgent, decisive measures to address ongoing industry issues, most notably the current outbreak of highly pathogenic avian influenza. “Our message is simple: ... read more

Mark Clements, Editor-in-Chief Poultry with Watt Global Media is joined by Dr. Nils Grabowski Head of Insect Hygiene and Technology the University of Veterinary Medicine Hannover, to look at the myths surrounding human consumption of insects and what developments in the area might teach the poultry industry. ... read more

WASHINGTON — After pulling a literal “all-nighter,” the U.S. House of Representatives on May 22 passed H.R. 1, also known as “The One, Big, Beautiful Bill.” After passing by a single vote, 215 to 214, the bill, which contains a lot of taxation legislation, is being touted by some and disparaged by others, following almost straight along party lines. Passed by the House just before the Memorial Day holiday recess, ... read more

ATHENS, Ga. — “Anybody who eats food or wears fiber needs to care deeply about farmers,” said Dr. Anna Scheyett. Scheyett is a professor with the University of Georgia spending her time between both the School of Social Work and the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. Her career is lengthy and has extended far beyond where she began. Before working in the academic sector, she was located in Boston, ... read more

TUCKER, Ga. — The U.S. Poultry & Egg Association and the USPOULTRY Foundation announce the completion of a funded research project by researchers from Iowa State University that worked to develop and evaluate bacterin-based vaccines for the control of spotty liver disease in poultry. The research is part of the association’s comprehensive research program encompassing all phases of poultry and egg production and processing. A summary of the completed project: ... read more

ST. PAUL, Minn. — Since 2024 avian metapneumovirus (aMPV) has taken a toll on the nation’s poultry industry, with turkey producers experiencing noted losses. In a recent economic impact study, commissioned by the Minnesota Turkey Growers Association and the Minnesota Corn Growers Association, it shows the state, since last year, has lost 2,201,903 turkeys to the virus. Minnesota is the top turkey producing state but has been fighting against aMPV, ... read more

A dedicated cart inside Gainbridge Fieldhouse offers basketball fans a selection of Chicken Salad Chick menu items. ... read more

The new tool extends welfare certification to cover the entire lifecycle of cage-free laying hens. ... read more