News & Updates

OKLAHOMA CITY — The latest development in what has been an on-going, 20-year-old case, a federal judge with the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Oklahoma recently issued a judgement that would hold several poultry companies, many based in Arkansas, responsible for phosphorus pollution cleanup in Oklahoma. In what has been known as the “State of Oklahoma vs. Tyson Foods et al,” the initial suit alleges improper disposal ... read more

NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Outbreaks of highly pathogenic avian influenza continue to wreak havoc nationwide in both commercial and backyard poultry flocks. With these occurrences going into the winter, Tennessee officials, along with other states, are issuing reminders to stay vigilant against the virus. The Tennessee Wildlife Resources Agency is requesting the state’s waterfowl hunters to take the essential precautions against bird flu found in wild birds for the protection of ... read more

As the winter progresses in the northern hemisphere, more poultry flocks across Europe aree being hit by highly pathogenic avian influenza. Also reported are further cases in captive birds and the wild bird population. ... read more

A man in Missouri tried to steal two bags of Tyson chicken and then pulled a knife when confronted by a store employee. ... read more

The state has not had a confirmed commercial flock infection since February. ... read more

GAINESVILLE, Ga. — Salmonella, a word and infection that gives people pause at the mere mention of it. Infections from the bacteria have become more common in recent years, and outbreaks are occurring more frequently. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that 1.35 million infections are caused by Salmonella every year in the United States. Additionally, from 1998 to 2022, the CDC’s Foodborne Disease Outbreak Surveillance System received ... read more

Among the measures proposed to improve the well-being of farmed animals in the United Kingdom are a shift away from colony cages for laying hens, and farrowing crates for pigs, as well as the promotion of slower growing broilers. ... read more

This year's top five egg story topics included avian influenza, politics and acquisitions. ... read more

The egg producer expects to start processing shell eggs at the new facility in Spring 2026. ... read more

The Finland-based company calls the investment an important step in ensuring the availability of high-quality meat products for retail and foodservice customers in Sweden. ... read more

The affected flock is in Cleveland County, says Arkansas Department of Agriculture. ... read more

Following ruling, the state’s attorney general suggests companies don’t appeal ruling and instead negotiate for a settlement. ... read more

Commercial poultry in South Dakota, Indiana, Ontario and British Columbia are the latest reported avian flu cases. ... read more

The state’s poultry industry posted a total estimated production value of $3.73 billion in 2025. ... read more

WASHINGTON — The U.S. Senate has confirmed several nominees for agricultural and agricultural trade roles with the administration. Notably, in a confirmation vote of 53 to 43, Dr. Mindy Brashears was confirmed as the USDA’s under secretary for food safety, and Dr. Julie Callahan gained approval to become the U.S. Trade Representative’s chief agricultural negotiator. “The Senate confirmed a historic number of administration officials this year including 12 leaders ... read more