News & Updates
- AI vision system could enhance broiler harvest planningContinuous monitoring of broiler weights during production helps optimize processing schedules. ... read more
- IPPE 2026 to feature 90 TECHTalks highlighting innovation and advancementsATLANTA — The International Production & Processing Expo (IPPE) offers attendees access to the latest in protein and feed technology through exhibits and educational programming. TECHTalks are free, 20-minute technical presentations, offered each day at IPPE. For the 2026 IPPE, 90 presentations will be given in the TECHTalks theaters in the A-Hall at Booth A244, in the B-Hall at Booth B45011 and the C-Hall at Booth C14128. The TECHTalks presentations ... read more
- UK’s Avara Foods joins Diversity & Inclusion in Grocery initiativeThe UK poultry producer commits to progress in creating a more inclusive workplace. ... read more
- Scandi Standard awarded CDP A rating for climate actionsThis is the second consecutive year for the company to receive this rating. ... read more
- Hormel Foods vice presidents Morey, Peil to retireTogether, Morey and Peil guided the fresh pork and fresh and ready meats businesses through growth and transformation, helping position Hormel Foods for continued success. ... read more
- APHIS to have new administrator, deputy administratorAdministrator Michael Watson is retiring at the end of January, while Deputy Administrator Rosemary Sifford has already departed. ... read more
- National FFA officer candidates to attend 2026 IPPEUSPOULTRY Foundation will provide all-expense paid trip to the expo. ... read more
- Mar-Jac Poultry announces retirement of Richard Green after 40 years of distinguished serviceGAINESVILLE, Ga. — Mar-Jac Poultry recently announced the retirement of Richard Green, a respected leader whose long-standing service has played a meaningful role in the company’s growth and operational excellence, the company noted in its announcement. Green officially retired on Dec. 31, concluding a career marked by dedication, professionalism, and deep commitment to the Mar-Jac community, Mar-Jac added. During his tenure, Green contributed significantly to strengthening production operations, supporting workforce ... read more
- Rollins: Prop 12’s ‘oppressive actions’ cannot continueU.S. agriculture secretary says California law has “caused real pain to consumers and to our farmers.” ... read more
- Bird flu outbreak continues as the new year beginsGAINESVILLE, Ga. — It’s a new year, but the poultry industry is still dealing with the same issue: bird flu. Less than two weeks into the new year, and multiple new cases of bird flu have been reported around the country. Over the weekend, the Delaware Department of Agriculture announced preliminary testing in Kent County found a possible positive case of bird flu in a commercial broiler flock. The affected ... read more
- Congressional leaders signal momentum for ag labor reformJohn Boozman, Amy Klobuchar, GT Thompson and Angie Craig tell Farm Bureau members they are committed to finding a solution for issues concerning immigrant agriculture laborers. ... read more
- 90 IPPE TECHTalks to highlight innovation and advancementsFree 20-minute presentations will cover food safety, artificial intelligence, animal welfare, sustainability and feed production. ... read more
- Presumed positive HPAI case in Delaware broiler flockNearly a year has passed since the state had a confirmed avian influenza case in a commercial operation. ... read more
- Poultry and eggs on top with newly issued Dietary GuidelinesWASHINGTON — With the recently released new “Dietary Guidelines for Americans,” the poultry and egg industries have an additional cause to promote their offerings as protein is being prioritized for every meal. The recent announcement, made by Robert F. Kennedy Jr., U.S. Department of Health and Human Services secretary; and Brooke Rollins, U.S. Department of Agriculture secretary, pushes what is being deemed “real food” through the first major reset of ... read more
- MBRF integrates B3's Carbon Efficient IndexThe indicator recognizes companies with consistent performance in the management and transparency of greenhouse gas emissions. ... read more
